Matt Hansen brings the beauty of wildlife and nature right to your heart in a most inspiring way...I see His new photos and I always find them strikingly touching. He is quite in tune with nature and wildlife on a deep level. I mean it when i say "In-Tune" Matt composed a piece for Me- and He did it 1x only- I listen t… Read more

Matt Hansen brings the beauty of wildlife and nature right to your heart in a most inspiring way...I see His new photos and I always find them strikingly touching. He is quite in tune with nature and wildlife on a deep level. I mean it when i say "In-Tune" Matt composed a piece for Me- and He did it 1x only- I listen to it all the time! when I want peace in My heart it is an earthy and nature sounds composition with woodwinds, birds and other animals and TRULY a touching piece. Its called 'Echo's Of Eden' I purchased and ordered it specifically for My websites from Matt, Who is Not only amazing at photography but a talented musician who puts so much feeling into His music!! Music and Photographer of Nature - cant get much closer to God's Creations. A Very Talented Man that Mr Hansen! Thanks Matt- I also know Him as helpful, great to work with and very kind.

Matt captures some truly amazing shots of red-tail hawks, gators and wildlife in every day scenes. Oh, and he's an excellent high-speed photographer, too. There doesn't seem to be anything he can't do! Some of my favorites include the little duckling trying to hop up with the Lincoln Memorial in the background, the win… Read more

Matt captures some truly amazing shots of red-tail hawks, gators and wildlife in every day scenes. Oh, and he's an excellent high-speed photographer, too. There doesn't seem to be anything he can't do! Some of my favorites include the little duckling trying to hop up with the Lincoln Memorial in the background, the wine cellar image with the smoking cigar and who could forget the upside-down red-tail hawk capture of an unsuspecting squirrel. Who knew red-tails were so agile? And imagine the agility of Matt to score the shot! I am truly impressed and always left in awe of Matt's work. I am thrilled to have Matt as a flickr contact and friend. His images reveal the dedication and inspiration of a talented photographer and artist.

Matt is an all around talented guy. Yeah, his wildlife pictures rock but really he's good at anything he tries. He threw up some "touristy" photos when his in-laws came to town that were so amazing. He does great portraits. Matt is brilliant musically too. Matt is an all around great guy and I'm thankful to have him as… Read more

Matt is an all around talented guy. Yeah, his wildlife pictures rock but really he's good at anything he tries. He threw up some "touristy" photos when his in-laws came to town that were so amazing. He does great portraits. Matt is brilliant musically too. Matt is an all around great guy and I'm thankful to have him as a contact and friend. Matt's nature photos have inspired me to try things that are out of my comfort zone at to grow as a photographer. Thanks for the inspiration and keep up the fantastic work!

I think everyone has said just about everything I wanted to say about your photography skills Matt, but since I joined Flickr and we became contacts I have totally enjoyed viewing your work and can't wait each time to see what you have posted. You are so talented and make Flickr totally worthwhile.......... Keep post… Read more

I think everyone has said just about everything I wanted to say about your photography skills Matt, but since I joined Flickr and we became contacts I have totally enjoyed viewing your work and can't wait each time to see what you have posted. You are so talented and make Flickr totally worthwhile.......... Keep posting Matt, there are so many of us that love your work........

I have been following Matt’s stream since way back when he was known as ‘Gator Man’. Matt is a natural at photography. His wildlife photography is beyond incredible. He has a great love for nature as well as a wonderful knack of being at the right place at the right time (with his camera always at the ready). The r… Read more

I have been following Matt’s stream since way back when he was known as ‘Gator Man’. Matt is a natural at photography. His wildlife photography is beyond incredible. He has a great love for nature as well as a wonderful knack of being at the right place at the right time (with his camera always at the ready). The result continuously leaves one feeling awed at the magnificence of nature and his ability to truthfully capture it. Matt would tell you that his favourite subject is deer, however the passion in which he approaches every subject leaves you loving them all, whether it is his predatory or ‘seed and nectar loving’ flying friends or his vast array of land creatures. My personal favourites will always be his gator shots with his hawk and deer photos falling in close behind. I encourage you to browse through his photo stream where I guarantee that you will instantly form favourites of your own. Matt is also very gifted in the art of after processing, which allows him to explore a creative and truly talented side of his art. It is also very evident that Matt is a devoted family man, gifted musician and a passionate hunter. I have found Matt’s enthusiastic approach to life refreshing and his friendly, warm personality truly hard to resist. It just seems like there is nothing that Matt can’t master! Thank you for our ongoing friendship, Matt (aka. Gator Man!) =^D

When I first saw Matt's alligator photos, I couldn't believe what I was seeing - such incredible interaction and sensitivity with these magnificent creatures. But, even more than with the alligators, Matt carries those interpretative skills and sensitivity into all his pictures and music. And he's become a friend al… Read more

When I first saw Matt's alligator photos, I couldn't believe what I was seeing - such incredible interaction and sensitivity with these magnificent creatures. But, even more than with the alligators, Matt carries those interpretative skills and sensitivity into all his pictures and music. And he's become a friend also. It's an honor to have a photographer like him with his skills offering his very caring comments on my pictures. Thanks, Matt!

Matt is THE resident flickr expert on photographing wildlife, especially deer, birds of prey and of course, alligators! I regularly get lost in his photostream, looking through the incredible action and candid shots of these beautiful animals. The way that he is able to seem to be in the perfect position for every sh… Read more

Matt is THE resident flickr expert on photographing wildlife, especially deer, birds of prey and of course, alligators! I regularly get lost in his photostream, looking through the incredible action and candid shots of these beautiful animals. The way that he is able to seem to be in the perfect position for every shot is just masterful, and he is able to make us feel like we are crouching there with him to get that perfect shot! He has a way of combining the wildlife and their corresponding environment in an outstanding way, making it look so natural, the way that wildlife photography is supposed to be! He is also very versatile, producing beautiful landscapes, incredible high speed shots, and showing our nation's capital in a beautiful way!!! He is an outstanding contact as well, always there to give advice and support on every upload. He is open to helping you out and making you a better photographer, and I am very honored to have him as a flickr friend! Keep up the great work Matt, can't wait to see what you come up with in the future!

This friend of mine is just about crazy. and his photos are too. He's the best NGC grade wildlife photographer friend that I have on flickr... His guts and skills with animals and especially so with the alligator leave me speechless more often than not. Its always a pleasure to visit his stream and I've lost count of h… Read more

This friend of mine is just about crazy. and his photos are too. He's the best NGC grade wildlife photographer friend that I have on flickr... His guts and skills with animals and especially so with the alligator leave me speechless more often than not. Its always a pleasure to visit his stream and I've lost count of how many friends I've shown his work to. I clearly remember the first time I visited his stream. It was from an article that he had written about the photographing the alligator and I've been his fan ever since.. Theres just no stopping this guy.. He's crazy! :D The best in life for you, my friend. Keep doing the wonderful work that you do.

I'm not one for writing testimonials and going on about how great people or their photos are but I think Matt is deserving. There is probably very little that I can write that hasn't already been said but since our paths first crossed back in January '09 he has been one of my best contacts and continues to post the … Read more

I'm not one for writing testimonials and going on about how great people or their photos are but I think Matt is deserving. There is probably very little that I can write that hasn't already been said but since our paths first crossed back in January '09 he has been one of my best contacts and continues to post the most stunning wildlife shots, whether it be 'Gators', birds, deer or any other animal. I always look forward to his next upload so keep them coming mate!

What can I say about Matt that would be original? How about that he may very well be the BEST contact on Flickr? Nope, that's not original, because I'm certainly not the only one that feels that way. Since I started posting images, Matt has ALWAYS been right there to give me a boost and very kind support. For a pho… Read more

What can I say about Matt that would be original? How about that he may very well be the BEST contact on Flickr? Nope, that's not original, because I'm certainly not the only one that feels that way. Since I started posting images, Matt has ALWAYS been right there to give me a boost and very kind support. For a photographer of his incredible talent to take the time to keep the rest of us motivated to shoot shows what kind of guy he is. Kindness and generosity are two attributes that Matt has absolutely mastered; which serves him well not just in Flickr, but in life. He has limitless talent, and I usually find myself slack-jawed when his images arrive in my contact list. Do yourself a favor and get to know Matt... he's one of a kind.

Matt Hansen is an extraordinarily gifted photographer who can take amazing wildlife pictures AND create wonderful composite images. I was utterly impressed when I first saw his photos – I had never seen those fierce American alligators captured so well, in so many different angles and poses. He was “the” Gator Man.… Read more

Matt Hansen is an extraordinarily gifted photographer who can take amazing wildlife pictures AND create wonderful composite images. I was utterly impressed when I first saw his photos – I had never seen those fierce American alligators captured so well, in so many different angles and poses. He was “the” Gator Man. His captures are so expressive and well composed! The focus, lighting and details in his pictures are excellent. Matt was able to capture the beasts right when they were catching their prey and those are very impacting photographs. But I also saw the sweetest, most tender captures of deer, frogs and birds. His deer series is outstanding. I love the natural ones as much as I love the very original, beautifully processed ones. Mr. Hansen never ceases to amaze me with his talent. He does not limit himself to wildlife photography. He has also created some of the most breathtakingly beautiful composite images I’ve ever seen. He once said: “The beauty of the imagination can be unimaginable!” ~ indeed! I also love his black and white photos, his striking minimalist pictures and his captures of unusual angles. I hope he will keep taking awesome pictures and sharing them with us. I look forward to his next uploads! Daniela

Matt, is a Superb Photographer, one of the best seen on flickr. He just gets the Best out of every photographic situation. It's a Blessing to know you, Matt, and to be able to view such a wonderful photostream. Your photographs are Inspirational. This can be observed by the amount of friends and viewings you have o… Read more

Matt, is a Superb Photographer, one of the best seen on flickr. He just gets the Best out of every photographic situation. It's a Blessing to know you, Matt, and to be able to view such a wonderful photostream. Your photographs are Inspirational. This can be observed by the amount of friends and viewings you have of your Magnificent photostream, and, by the wonderful comments that are left there. MATT. ONE GREAT GUY! Dave.

Matt is an amazing photographer and musician. He is also a wonderful person and a very good friend. Matt is great for bouncing ideas off of and for advice in photography or everyday life. Matt loves his work and is easily one of the best photographers I know. He is extremely creative and dedicated. He puts so much t… Read more

Matt is an amazing photographer and musician. He is also a wonderful person and a very good friend. Matt is great for bouncing ideas off of and for advice in photography or everyday life. Matt loves his work and is easily one of the best photographers I know. He is extremely creative and dedicated. He puts so much time and effort into his images whether its staking out an alligator or creating masterpieces layering images together to make incredible scenes. I love his work and look forward to it daily...I value his work and his friendship :) .

Matt is a superb photographer. Everyone can tell that by seeing his marvelous works. The subjects are incredibly fascinating.. At the moment I'm writing this, he has this gator set! Which I think is one of the most interesting series I've ever seen. I admire his great works and I always look forward to see many m… Read more

Matt is a superb photographer. Everyone can tell that by seeing his marvelous works. The subjects are incredibly fascinating.. At the moment I'm writing this, he has this gator set! Which I think is one of the most interesting series I've ever seen. I admire his great works and I always look forward to see many more of them. More success to you, Matt. I'm blessed for being in your circle of Flickr friends. Wish you all the best~Tata (July'09)