Matt Growcoot

Senior News Editor

Matt Growcoot spent ten years as a news photographer in the UK, carrying out assignments for the Guardian, the Daily Mail, the Telegraph, and many others. Aside from shooting breaking news and Premier League soccer, he began to write as well, getting bylines as well as photo credits. Matt has since produced photography-focused books for Penguin Random House and dabbled with video too, with his story-led camera work seen on the BBC, ABC, and NHK.

Articles by Matt Growcoot

A woman in a light-colored dress stands on a city sidewalk, reaching into a large bag. She wears sunglasses and is surrounded by tall buildings, with two people walking away in the background.

This Photographer Shot 1970s New York From the Hip

In July 1973, Mark Cohen spent a month living in a dorm room at New York University (NYU) while taking part in a film production workshop. His daily classes were short so he used his free time to walk around the city with his camera.

A black-and-white split image: on the left, a child stands by the river with a bridge in the background; on the right, an older man in a suit stands indoors, laughing.

Photographer’s 10-Year Project Captures the Charm of Paris

Paris is perhaps the most important city in photography's history. As the birthplace of the medium, it has long been a haven for iconic photographers. It’s no surprise, then, that contemporary documentarians continue to turn their lenses on the City of Light -- Mathieu Bitton being one of the most notable, capturing its essence over the last 15 years.

A scuba diver with a camera setup is photographing vibrant orange sea fans and coral on a reef, surrounded by small fish in clear blue water.

Thailand Bans Underwater Cameras on Deep Dives for Most Divers

Thailand has introduced strict new regulations targeting underwater photography. In an effort to protect its increasingly fragile coral reef ecosystems, only experienced divers are now allowed to take underwater photos, a measure prompted by concerns over the damage caused by tourism.