About

I started Matt Pendleton Photography so that I could create images that help tell a story: your story! As your content partner, I believe every person, every brand, and every product has a story to tell. I want to be there alongside you in telling that story.

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Matt Pendleton
Owner / Lead Photographer

I’ve been shooting photos since I could get my hands on my first digital camera (Sony CyberShot) and my obsession with imagery only grew from there. In 2007, I got my first taste of professional photography shooting for the Florida Gators at the 2007 SEC Basketball Tournament. A few years later, in 2009, I started professionally shooting college graduation photos at the University of Florida and continued working with an expanded portfolio of sports teams like the Florida Gators and visiting teams.

In 2012, I took my passion for sports photography and merged it with my love for portraits. My first fitness photo shoot was with my good friend, Steffi Sorensen, in Jacksonville, FL. Since her shoot, I’ve collaborated with many athletes and models documenting their hard work and dedication to their sport.

In 2020, I took the next step and I now partner with brands and their sponsored athletes creating the content they need to showcase their partnership with the brand. From creating photos to short videos to supplement their user generated content, my team provides a full suite of services. to help both the brand and the athlete.

I offer many photography services from brand/commercial work to headshots and event coverage. I’ve worked with some of the largest brands like the WWE and Disney/ESPN but I also really enjoy helping small to medium sized businesses enhance their presence visually.

I’ve lived in Florida all my life and truly enjoy the beautiful, tropical weather. I travel often for photo sessions throughout Florida and across the United States.

I look forward to working as your content partner creating images that create a lasting effect.

Support Team

Jesse Gann
Assistant Photographer

Jesse is a professional photographer who has been shooting over 4 years. Jesse helps Matt Pendleton Photo as an assistant photographer on marketing and branding shoots, events, and headshots. He is also a production assistant on larger marketing and branding shoots.

When Jesse is not working with Matt Pendleton Photo, he covers various comedy / stand-up shows and travels with top-rated comedians across the USA.

Chris Watkins
Assistant Photographer

Chris is a professional photographer who has been shooting over 6 years. Chris helps Matt Pendleton Photo as an assistant photographer on events, headshots, and other sessions.

When Chris is not working with Matt Pendleton Photo, he works across North Central Florida photographing events and weddings along with real estate for Realtor’s and rental owners.

Credentials

  • Commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000/occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate

  • Contracted Photographer

    • WWE

    • Imagn Images (formerly USA TODAY Sports Images)

  • Registered Supplier

    • Disney / ESPN

    • State of Florida

    • University of Florida

    • UFHealth / Shands

  • My team has all the necessary equipment to shoot in-studio or on-site.