The Number 27
Pushing

Pixels

since 2008...

Hello…

My name is Matt and I spent a little over ten years designing websites and printed material for a wide range of clients and their businesses.

A few years ago I decided I wanted to spend less time in front of the computer, and get out with my camera and explore the beautiful Devon countryside (and beyond) a lot more.

And so this website is based around that – charting my journey away from the desk and into the wider world.

Have a browse of what I’ve been up to lately – you’ll find some featured post’s about recent work, news, gear, trips and forthcoming plans below. You’ll find all those – and a lot more (including stuff about ‘bucket list’ trips and adventures) – in the News & Stuff page…

Every so often I am either commissioned, or am inspired to produce a set of images that are either an in depth study of a specific subject matter or based around a style or genre that I’m exploring. To showcase some of this work I have now created a Featured Projects page. You can visit these select galleries via the link in the text – or via the main menu at the top.

Mat Hills

Featured news posts…

GoPro HERO8 Black

I recently purchased a GoPro HERO8 Black - I’ve been thinking of getting one for some considerable time - so decided to take up a great discount from GoPro...

Lockdown Photo Project

So, because of Lockdown I, and I’m sure all of you - have been somewhat bored with not being able to go into work and exercise my brain...

Elder Statesman - Felled

Back in the storms of January - my local parkland lost one it’s 'Elder Statesmen’ trees - a London Plane. I’ve taken images of this tree a few times before.

Surfing the Cobb

Late last year I was asked by a good mate, Reg, to accompany him to Lyme Regis and capture him whilst he spent a few hours surfing the swell around the Cobb.

Recent instagram posts…

Ok, so my Instagram can be a little ‘eclectic’ – but you’ll find quite a few work related images in amongst the iPhone snaps…