London Portrait and Conceptual Photography. Matei is a self-taught portraits photographer and visual artist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in portrait and conceptual photography, living and working across UK and Europe. His multidisciplinary background in Fine Arts and Performance Arts informs his collaborative approach, creating empowering and authentic photographic experiences.

London Portrait and Conceptual Photography.

London Portrait Photoraphy

Creative Insights

This blog is where I share thoughts, behind-the-scenes moments, and reflections from my journey as a photographer and visual storyteller. It’s a space for ideas in progress, creative experiments, and personal notes on what inspires me, from the play of light in a quiet room to the textures of identity and transformation.

Whether you’re a fellow artist, a curious mind, or someone looking for inspiration through imagery and words, I invite you to browse through these posts. Each entry offers a glimpse into the creative process and the stories that unfold behind the lens.

Why Every Artist Needs a Photographer Who Gets Their Process

Why Every Artist Needs a Photographer Who Gets Their Process

In this artist-focused photoshoot, I worked with a contemporary dancer and an actress at the beginning of their careers to capture not just portraits, but the emotion, movement, and creative spark behind their practice. My photography helps artists tell their story and connect with their public in a deeper, more human way.

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