Matt Quest Originals

Matt Quest Originals I am a visual artist and photographer from Los Angeles, California. I believe that art is in all of us.

The world would be better off if everyone had an artistic outlet. I hope that you enjoy some of the pieces, and are inspired to create, as well.

"Rome is a poem pressed into service as a city." — Anatole BroyardHard to believe it’s already been a half a year since ...
05/25/2026

"Rome is a poem pressed into service as a city." — Anatole Broyard

Hard to believe it’s already been a half a year since this European adventure. Standing beneath the towering arches of the Colosseum, you really feel the sheer scale and weight of history. The way the late afternoon light caught the weathered travertine stone and highlighted the statues within the arcades made framing this shot an absolute dream. Looking forward to my next adventure! ✈️🏛️🇮🇹

“Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still.” - Chinese ProverbModel Photographer .matt.questFlas...
05/22/2026

“Be not afraid of growing slowly; be afraid only of standing still.” - Chinese Proverb

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"The marvels of daily life are exciting; no movie director can arrange the unexpected that you find in the street." — Ro...
05/19/2026

"The marvels of daily life are exciting; no movie director can arrange the unexpected that you find in the street." — Robert Doisneau

There is a quiet, natural rhythm to the city if you pause long enough to look. I was drawn to the contrast in this scene—the sharp geometry of the staircase and fence, the rigid stillness of the parked scooters, and the fluid, unscripted motion of a solitary figure just passing through. I waited for someone to walk through so I could frame them perfectly with the scooters.

It’s capturing these fleeting, everyday intersections that makes street photography so compelling.

Simple Times...Model: .sproutPhotographer: .matt.questHosts: .gallery Set design: .setsLocation:
05/18/2026

Simple Times...

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"There are no shortcuts to any place worth going." – Beverly SillsChasing the golden hour through these winding mountain...
05/12/2026

"There are no shortcuts to any place worth going." – Beverly Sills
Chasing the golden hour through these winding mountain roads. There's something incredibly humbling about standing before a sweeping landscape as the light breaks through the heavy clouds, revealing the rich textures of the valleys below. It’s moments like these that remind me why I am always searching for the perfect frame. Every twist in the road offers an entirely new perspective.
Where is the most scenic drive you've ever taken? 🌄⛰️

05/09/2026

When you're out for an innocent stroll, expect the unexpected....

Every shoot is an opportunity to bring a daydream into reality. I loved capturing the intricate pearl details and the pu...
05/04/2026

Every shoot is an opportunity to bring a daydream into reality. I loved capturing the intricate pearl details and the pure, ethereal energy of this session. It’s collaborative moments like this that remind me why I love being a visual artist. Keep creating, keep dreaming. ✨

"The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination and brings eternal joy to the soul." – Robert Wyland

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"Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience." – Ralph Waldo Emerson 🌅✨There’s a unique kind of tranquility that se...
04/29/2026

"Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience." – Ralph Waldo Emerson 🌅✨

There’s a unique kind of tranquility that settles over Corona Del Mar during the final moments of golden hour. Looking out at the sentinels of agaves and the breakwater, it’s hard not to find your peace. 🌴🧘‍♀️

​This viewpoint, overlooking the entrance to Newport Harbor, always makes me reflect on how the tide changes and yet the horizon remains. It’s the perfect place to pause and breathe. What does peace look like to you? Are you a mountains or ocean person when you need to recharge? Drop a comment below! ✍️👇

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"Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey toward it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us." – Samuel Smiles ✨🌊Ther...
04/27/2026

"Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey toward it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us." – Samuel Smiles ✨🌊

There is nothing quite as grounding as standing where the ocean meets the rocky shore. Let the tides wash away the noise and let the endless horizon remind you of the beautiful possibilities ahead. Keep looking forward, and step into your light.

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