I met Matt Whorlow at Saltram while he was selling prints of his work. I had a good look through his work and thought they were quite remarkable. He is a freelance photographer who specialises in landscape photography. I went up to him and explained who I was and asked if I could ask a few questions. He was very busy but he did give me a few minutes.
How long have you been a photographer?
Not long I have only been photographing for 10 years but now I do it I can't really imagine myself doing anything else.
Do you use film or digital?
I use digital now but I did start on film.
What made you change from film to digital?
Digital is just easier and cheaper to use then film. I know you don't get the same quality but it's so much easier and I see the results right away whether that be on the back of the camera or on a computer.
How did you first start your business?
I started by going to various places like these and try to sell as many prints as possible to gain confidence and to see what sold. From the confidence gained I went full-time into photography and now promote myself as much as possible.
Where do you like to photograph?
Cornwall is the main place but anywhere beautiful really.
I notice you use black mounting on your work and not white why?
I use black mounting because I personally think it looks more professional then white. I also think the black enhances colours and white makes them looked washed out.
I found this to be a really good experience as im not used to going up and talking to people. I have seen him and his work at Saltram before but never had the courage to go and talk with him but am now glad I did.
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