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Magic City

This series is focused on capturing the mood, characters and moments that define a specific undercurrent of daily life running through Billings, Montana. Locals call it the “Magic City”, a nickname that perfectly personifies a peculiar energy that is here today. Thanks for your consideration.

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2022

Honorable Mention

Photojournalism

Professional

Magic City

This series is focused on capturing the mood, characters and moments that define a specific undercurrent of daily life running through Billings, Montana. Locals call it the “Magic City”, a nickname that perfectly personifies a peculiar energy that is here today. Thanks for your consideration.

About Artist

Matthew Hayes

Matthew Hayes graduated with a degree in photojournalism from the University of Montana in 2004. Since, he has worked for a variety of editorial, commercial and private clientele while also exhibiting in galleries and museums. The major theme throughout his work has been documenting rural life within the Rocky Mountain regions of Idaho and Montana.

Matthew Hayes

Photographic Areas of Focus

Film/Analog, Fine Art, People, Photojournalism, Portrait, Street

Location

United States of America

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