Artist Bio

Matthew Borchert is a photographer based out of South West Minnesota. Not specializing in any particular style he explores all aspects of photography. His passion for photography can said to be accidental. Suffering from many setbacks during life Matthew developed several mental health issues. Such as bi-polar disorder, depression, anxiety, survivors syndrome and PTSD. Those conditions led him to be extremely introverted, cutting himself off from the world. Through these conditions Matthew reached a peak weight of 425 lbs and tried to end his life twice.  He had pretty much given up, then in 2021 something snapped and he said “no more”. He began looking for help and started seeing a counselor. Matthew decided to buy a camera, not to have gallery shows or be in magazines but as motivation to get out of his comfort zone. He began to search for the beauty of the world around him through his camera. While looking for this beauty something even more profound happened. He began to find himself. He began to find self worth and meaning. He began to find happiness. Then he discovered his photos stirred a feeling in others. He decided to use this platform to help spread awareness of mental health issues, hoping to help lift the stigma they have long held. Having had digital gallery shows at the FotoZ Gallery in Johannesburg South Africa and the Conningsby Gallery in London England and an in–person Gallery Show at the Madison Mercantile in Madison MN. Having photos published in numerous magazines and newspapers including Minnesota Monthly Magazine and having photos highlighted on several news stations like WCCO. His photos have been shared on social media by entities such as Nat. Geo and NASA. Photographing several band and musicians including names like Terri Clark, Magdalene Rose, David Nail, Tyler Braden and many others including too many to name from right here in Minnesota. He can still be heard saying “I’m no professional, I’m just a redneck with a camera”.