About
Meet Matt, an acclaimed photographer based in Macon, just south of Atlanta. With a deep passion for editorial portraits, commercial advertising, industrial, and sports photography, Matt has earned a reputation for his striking visual style and meticulous attention to detail. Boasting over 15 years of experience, he has collaborated with some of the world’s most prestigious publications and brands.
Matt’s work has graced the pages of renowned outlets such as National Geographic, The New York Times, Barron’s, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Bloomberg, Washington Post, Fast Company, and ESPN. He has also spearheaded campaigns and promotional projects for leading brands, including Ryder, Dell, Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Atrium Health, Boise Cascade, Burberry, Rack Room, Wendy’s, Comcast, WeWork, Martin Marietta, Gensler, Gray Construction, and Truist.
Beyond his expertise in portraits and sports photography, Matt has become a highly sought-after talent in industrial, agricultural, and architectural photography. His exceptional skill in these fields earned him a spot on Architectural Digest’s prestigious list of Top 50 Interior Photographers to Hire in 2021, a title he has held consistently ever since.
Matt’s talent has also been recognized locally, as he was recently featured on GPB’s Color of Atlanta television series as one of 12 highly sought-after photographers from the Atlanta area.
As a Unit Still Photographer, Matt has contributed to TV shows such as Outrageous Pumpkins (Food Network), Critter Fixers (Disney), and Secret Celebrity Renovation (CBS). He is a proud member of IATSE Local 600 and is available for both union and non-union film and television projects.
When he’s not behind the lens, Matt can be found cheering on his beloved soccer team, Arsenal FC, or diving into his passion for vintage comic books. He is one of the few individuals in the world to own an original copy of the 1984 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 first print, along with several other rare comics dating back to the late 1800s.
Matt is available for assignments both domestically and internationally, always keeping his passport at the ready. Reach out today to bring his unique and captivating vision to your next project.
Awards, Exhibitions, Recognition
2014: Award: ASMP IMAGE 14, 1st Place Professional Category
2014: Recognition: Spotlighted Photographer ASMP Atlanta
2015: Award: American Photography 31
2015: Award: 11th Hour Magazine Reader's Choice: Best Photographer
2015: Exhibition: Macon Arts Alliance: Taken
2015: Exhibition: The 567 Center for Renewal: Black & White
2015: Exhibition: Profiles of Poverty
2015: Press: Macon-Bibb TV: Herbert Dennard Show
2015: Press: WMAZ Channel 13 News
2015: Recognition: A Photo Editor Feature : Art of The Personal Project
2015: Recognition: 11th Hour Magazine: In A Snap
2015: Recognition: ASMP Spotlight : Ask A Pro
2015: Exhibition: The 567 Center for Renewal: A Long Look
2015: Press: Professional Photographer Magazine UK: Pro Kit
2016: Recognition: Oxford American: Eyes of the South
2016: Award: 11th Hour Magazine Readers Choice: Best Photographer
2016: Award: American Photography 32
2016: Panelist: Around The Lens Podcast
2016: Press: VoyageATL: Meet Matt Odom
2017: Exhibition: Tubman Museum: Montford Point Marine
2017: Interview: The Candid Frame Podcast
2018: Press: 11th Hour Magazine
2019: Press: Top Sports Photographers in Atlanta: Peerspace.com
2020: Exhibition: Tubman African American Museum: Looking Forward To Looking Back
2020: Exhibition: Bright City
2020: American Photography 36
2021: American Photography 37
2021: 50 Interior Photographers You Should Hire (Architectural Digest - AD PRO)
2022: Exhibition: The Blue Collar South
2023: American Photography 39
2024: Press: VoyageATL: Matt Odom
2024: Press: Macon Melody
2024: Award: Emmy Award: Drive With Swiss Beats Season 1 (Episode 2 Photographer)
2024: 100 Interior Photographers You Should Hire (Architectural Digest - AD PRO)
2025: PBS's Colors of Atlanta: City of Magic Episode
Filmography: Unit Still Photographer
2019: Atrium Knows BTS
2020: ATT B2B (Client: Seven2)
2020: Truist TV Commercial "Main Street Love"
2020: Food Network: Outrageous Pumpkins (Season 2) | (Realscreen Awards 2022 nominee)
2021: National Geographic TV: Critter Fixers (Season 3)
2022: CBS: Secret Celebrity Renovation (Season 2)
2022: Food Network: Outrageous Pumpkins (Season 3)
2022: National Geographic TV: Critter Fixers (Season 4)
2023: National Geographic TV: Critter Fixers (Season 5)
2023: Hulu: Drive With Swiss Beats Season 1 (Episode 2) (Emmy Nominated)