Matt Maddock - Maryland based Creative Photographer

After years of refining my eye, I’ve realized that my style isn't defined by a subject, but by the chase. Whether it’s the high-octane grit of an action set, the technical precision of a VFX composite, or the raw honesty of a street portrait, if there’s a spark of creativity there, I’m in.

People ask me to shoot a bit of everything, and when the light is right and the vision is clear, how can I say no? This gallery is a collection of those "yes and…" moments, Every frame here is a story I couldn't walk away from. Enjoy the chase.

A historic stone archway with three arches, part of an old structure, surrounded by trees with green foliage, sunlight shining through the branches, and a clear sky in the background.

A woman with dark, messy hair and dark makeup, dressed in a leather jacket, lacy shirt, and oversized boots with buckles, standing in front of a dark wall with a digital red dragon outline and light trails around her.

View of a park with blooming trees, a lake, and a grassy area, under a partly cloudy sky.

Top-down view of a person with dark hair looking at a corkboard with several photographs and handwritten notes connected by red string. The notes include phrases such as 'Same Colour,' 'Do People Like These?,' 'Have You Found the Secret?,' and 'Shit!

A young woman with brown hair and fair skin stands outdoors on a brick pathway, wearing a red jacket over a white dress with a pattern, black combat boots, and accessorized with necklaces and bracelets, with a background of trees and steps.

Silhouette of a person with glasses and curly hair, standing near a brightly lit window in a dark room.

A person with light brown hair walking on a grassy field toward a line of trees in the distance under an overcast sky.

Person with short gray hair and dark eyeliner, resting chin on folded hands, wearing a black t-shirt with white text, in an indoor setting with blurred background.

Sunset over a lake with trees on the shoreline and reflections in the water.

Two young women sitting at a table outdoors at night. One has long blonde hair, wearing reflective sunglasses, and the other has short red hair, wearing a beige jacket. They appear to be deep in conversation. There is a can of beer and a person in th

A man with a hood and a beard holding a flaming torch in a forest, preparing for combat or action.

Two women sitting inside near a large window. One woman with short red hair and tattoos on her arm, dressed in a leather jacket with gold details, looks at the other woman with dark hair and a serious expression, who is also dressed in a black and wh

A woman with long black hair and sunglasses perched on her head posing in front of a pink neon butterfly symbol. She is wearing a black and white jacket and purple gloves. The background shows a building with illuminated windows, and the scene is lit

A person with blond dreadlocks sitting on a sidewalk outside a brick building, reading a pamphlet or card, with a backpack and a water bottle nearby, in daylight with shadows on the ground.

A person with short, platinum blonde hair wearing black armor and gloves, wielding a glowing sword, with sparks flying around in an urban environment.

A woman with dark hair holding a black lace fan partly covering her face, looking at the camera with a sly expression, in a dimly lit room with wooden beams and patterned wallpaper.

A person standing on a balcony, looking down at a phone or device, with chairs and a railing in the foreground and a cloudy sky in the background.

A black and white dog walking on a wooden bridge covered with fallen autumn leaves in a forest, with trees and foliage in warm colors in the background.

A woman with long hair and a serious expression wearing a large, semi-transparent hat with decorative elements, leaning forward against a snowy background with a full moon and orange clouds in the sky.

A young man with red hair, glasses, and casual clothing standing outdoors near a painted utility pole with a stormy sky in the background.

Person walking alone on a dimly lit street during sunset or sunrise, with trees and street lamps in the background.

A person wearing glasses, a black face mask, and a black hat with a wide brim, looking downwards.

Young man with wavy, reddish-brown hair wearing a denim jacket over a graphic t-shirt, standing against a dark, textured background.

A person with dark skin and white face paint looks directly at the camera, holding a gun with glowing green laser beams and light effects surrounding him, wearing a sports jersey and gloves.

A person stands in a dark parking lot at night, illuminated from behind by streetlights, wearing glasses, a dark Under Armour shirt, and workout pants.

Electrical power lines running through a wooded area with green trees and a cloudy sky.

Close-up of a young person with wavy, shoulder-length hair, wearing a dark jacket and a yellow shirt visible underneath.

A woman with long blonde hair wearing round reflective sunglasses, a denim jacket, and a leopard print scarf, holding sushi in front of her.

Person wearing a skull mask, sunglasses, and a black hat, playing an acoustic guitar in front of a wall decorated with Día de los Muertos skull and flower patterns.

A digital collage featuring three characters with vibrant, glowing green halos and symbolic designs, set against a blurred green and brown jungle background, with a dynamic motion blur effect.

Close-up of a person's hand with rings holding a phone, reflected in a small rectangular mirror, with a blurred background of trees and sky seen through a vehicle window.

A young girl with a white lace dress and a ribbon in her hair looking at a religious painting in a museum.

Person dressed in an elaborate red and white costume with long white hair, walking outdoors near a building with a striped awning and a sign that reads 'Riverview Ballroom'.

Two people pointing guns at the camera, standing in front of a blue police public call box and a white pillar. The woman on the left is wearing a beige trench coat, and the man on the right is dressed in a dark coat.

A woman with dark hair and glasses, wearing a white shirt, is in a room with modern decor. She is holding her hands apart as glowing blue digital particles and sparks are emanating from her palms, creating a futuristic visual effect.

A forest scene with tall trees and autumn foliage in shades of orange, red, and brown. Sunlight filters through the trees, illuminating the forest floor with patches of light.

Two people in costumes, one with dark hair and one with white hair and round sunglasses, standing outdoors with a building in the background.