Behind the Lens

Hi, nice to meet you!

 

 

Here are some fun facts about me...

 

Tampa portrait photographer

 

... and some serious ones too!

 

A bit more about me

 

I’m Matt, Tampa based photographer, and founder of Lakay Motion Photography.


I started this journey with one mission: to help people and brands show up unapologetically. I’ve always believed that great photography is more than aesthetics, it’s presence. It’s the power to say, “this is who I am, and this is what I stand for.”

Raised with deep Haitian roots, “Lakay” means home to me, and it’s the heart of everything I do. My goal is to create a space where people feel confident, grounded, and fully seen in their best light.

My clients are entrepreneurs, artists, influencers, and creatives who are building something bigger than themselves. They come to me not just for a photoshoot, but for clarity, energy, and visuals that command attention without saying a word.

When I’m not behind the camera, I’m studying brands, light, and movement. I’m obsessed with story-driven imagery that looks effortless, but feels unforgettable.

 

 

I was supposed to be a medical doctor. After 3 yrs studying for it, I switched to computer science and photography which I liked better.

 

Being a husband and father, I love traveling to new places with my family! I mean, who doesn't? But I genuinely love spending quality time out of the house with my loved ones whenever we can.

If I wasn't a photographer, I'd be a music artist. Not that I learned to play any instrument, but the love that I have for music is very deep. Having an eclectic taste, I will listen to anything from Enya to Shenseea as long as it goes with my mood and creativity at the moment.

I am a licensed drone pilot with experience with construction logistics, real estate photography and residential inspection. Many different hats and lenses!

I am still looking for the perfect client to do an aerial portrait photoshoot.

I truly believe that in order to be truly financially independent, you have to build something that will work for you instead of you working to make someone else's dream come true.

If you like to read like me and you want to learn what I think about freelancing in the USA, click here to go through this article about it from Scripps News where I was featured.

Model walking Ybor

 

Your future self will thank you!

 

Contact me today - let’s chat!