Friday, January 25, 2013

The Next One: Matthew Hartwig


'It’s exciting to go on one adventure after another, bonding with strangers over an artistic idea. By the end of the process, we’ve become a family, of sorts, connected by talent, passion, style, creativity and most importantly, beauty.'
Matthew Hartwig


When people write about 22 year old model Matthew Hartwig they often comment on his classic good looks. Hartwig has a classic Americana look, blended with a European twist, reminiscent of a young Pierce Brosnan, George Clooney or Clark Gable. Hartwig (as seen clearly in the two images above) can transform his appearance in front of the camera and easily transition from classic to a more modern look to match whatever theme or concept he is working in.

Matthew by Ev Dylan

I was first introduced to Matthew two years ago when profiling his work with Ev Dylan. Ev has always been one of my favorite photographers, not just because of his ability to capture incredible men, but his eye and focus on the exquisite, almost ethereal beauty, that many who shoot the male form seem to overlook. It is this quality, the almost seamless weaving of body with spirit that Ev captures so masterfully. This was clear in his earlier work with Matthew, (seen in the image above) and their most recent collaboration together in the image below.


When Matthew was 18 he was scouted by a local photographer and told to test, and give it a try, to see what opportunities might arise. Soon after, Matthew went to an open casting and was the only model there that was booked both designers for the show and the subsequent ad campaign. Since first featuring Matthew back in 2010, he has continued to be in demand with fashion, print and runway work.

Matthew by WagnerLA

'Each shoot is a dream to me. I just cant believe how truly blessed I am to be given so many amazing opportunities!'

Matthew by Doug Adams

Next two images: Matthew by Doug Adams for Euro Como Clothing

Matthew Hartwig
Favorites:


Nick Name: Machu
Pet you had as a kid: Dog named Emma
Animal: Horse
Sport: Dressage
Tv show: Game Of Thrones
Tv show you watch but are embarrassed to admit: America's Next Top Model
Movie: Kingdom Of Heaven
Actress: Julia Roberts
Actor: Johnny Depp


Cartoon Character: The X Men
Halloween costume you wore as a kid: Pirate
Singer: Way to many, but If I had to choose it would be Pavoratti
Food: ALL ! haha I love experimenting with different sauces and spices to come up with fun dishes
Restaurant: the next one! lol I love eating out and trying new foods
Drink: Anything that is refreshing/enjoyable to drink


Modeling photo of yourself: My next one ! Always love shooting
Photographer: That's hard, I love all my photographers and how each one captures me differently.
Subject in School: marketing/art
First Celebrity Crush: Catherine Zeta Jones in Zorro
Moment in High School: Competing and placing in DECA at the international level

Next 2 images, Matthew by Robert McCadden

Check out more of Matthew Hartwig on:
ModelMayhem
Facebook Fanpage
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