Matthew Ferris

Biography

Falmouth University 2011-2014 • BA (Hons) Photography 2:1 • Dissertation: In a postmodern society, the digital image is continually making us aware and seeking to disrupt what is and has been taken for granted. Why then would we still posit that the photograph can accurately represent reality or truth? Result: First • Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) in Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop CS6 • Self-taught Adobe InDesign for a Blurb creative book project Cornwall College St Austell 2007-2010 • A Levels in Photography, Graphic Design, and Media Studies • ABC Diploma (Foundation) in Photography, Distinction • ABC Award in Creative Book Structures • ICT Key Skills Level 3 Fowey Community College 2001-2006 • 11 GCSEs including English Literature and English Language, B; Mathematics, C • ICT Key Skills Level 2 WORK EXPERIENCEFalmouth University, Technical and Facilities Assistant September 2014 – Present • Independent role; responsible for the maintenance, rental, and safekeeping of more than two million pounds worth of industry leading photographic and design equipment • Providing technical support to staff and students for the correct usage of equipment • Fire Marshall and Manual Handling training received Michelle Sank, Photograph Retoucher/Editor August 2013 – Present • This position has involved working on a number of digital images; a mixture of both heavy edits (reconstructions and delicate removal of visual information) and minor retouching

Research Interest

photography, photographic retouching, exploring the local landscape, reading, fitness, world cinema, visiting galleries and exhibitions