News Archives - Equal Motion

Dec 23

by Matt in News, Seattle, Travels 0 comments

My Favorite Photos of 2025

2025 has been quite a year, and it was fun to look back on all the media I captured. More than ever, I realized just how many different aspect ratios I worked in this year, which honestly got a little silly. So this photo recap focuses on my favorite horizontal photos. Trying to make a year-in-review post that works across multiple social media sizes is more time than I want to spend on this small annual project. With that in mind, these are my favorite photos of the year based purely on my own judgment. They’re the images I enjoyed the most and that brought me the most joy during the creative process. If this recap were based on social media engagement, it would look very different and lean much more toward journalism-focused content. On that note, enjoy, and I’ll see you in 2026. Super Leo! I did a little marketing promo for the Superman movie and Leo with a Krypto stuffy. You can see the full post HERE. While taking the ferry back from Bainbridge Island these three sailboats lined up perfectly. I was in Seabrook capturing photos for work and happened to bring along a Teenage Mutant Ninja […]

Dec 17

by Matt in News, Video 0 comments

King Country Metro: Where To Metro Social Campaign

I am helping with the #WhereToMetro King County Metro Transit campaign and I originally captured the first half of this as a traditional video, but it just did not feel right. So, I captured some stop-motion videos instead and walked around downtown in an elf hat. It was a lot of fun and pretty silly to say the least. My mom loves to remind me that when I was a kid, I used to say, “Hi, my friend bus! Bye, my friend bus!” every single time one drove by. I’d even cry if I missed it. Some things never change because I still love buses and snapping photos of them around Seattle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Matt McDonald (@equalmotion)

Jun 03

by Matt in Action, News, Travels 0 comments

Basecamp and Pacific Edge Adventure Photoshoots in Seabrook

I have been surfing, skimboarding and going the Washington coast since I was a kid. When Basecamp and Pacific Edge Adventure reached out for me to come capture some photos at Seabrook I was quite excited. I captured photos of people surfing, biking and all the coast for the two businesses to entice to people to go on an adventure. You can see some of the photos I captured here and how their marketing team is putting them to work.

Jan 16

by Matt in Action, News, Seattle 0 comments

Thanks for everything Pete Carroll

Thanks for everything Pete Carroll! A few photos I captured on the sideline of the winningest coach in Seahawks history who led the Hawks to the Super Bowl title. He will not be returning as the coach in 2024, but is staying on as a team advisor. Also, Seattle artist Rudy Willingham put together an amazing tribute to Pete Carroll using 150 pieces of gum. I will now refer to it as the Pete Carroll Seattle Gum Wall going forward. Last, but not least a big thanks to Pete for reposting my photo before the 2014 Super Bowl. My photo went on to represent the Seahawks in the Super Bowl on Good Morning America and is still one of my more popular prints.

Jan 01

by Matt in News 0 comments

My Favorite Photos of 2023

My favorite photos I captured from 2023. Spring rain at the Quad – Thanks to my fisheye lens I was able to capture a new reflection photo at the quad. Usagi – This photo took much prep time and execution and was one of the most complex composites I have ever created. I love Usagi the character and this photo. Thunderpussy at Bumbershoot. A walk through the Hoh Rainforest’s Hall of Mosses in the fall. MLB All-Star Drone show – Way better than expected. Goth Babe at @capitolhillblockparty. Grogu riding @leotheninjadog for my annual May The 4th Be With You photo. Fog rolling through Seattle. Self-portrait of me longboarding down a colorful street in the spring. Fake Matt Hassleback taking out fake Russell Wilson at @bumbershootofficial.

Oct 16

by Matt in Landscapes, News 0 comments

The Hoh Rainforest covered in fall colors

I have been to La Push so many times to go surfing over the years and have never been able to convince my surf buddies to take a detour to the Hoh Rainforest. That being said, I made a special trip to the Olympic Peninsula to finally take in the old growth and nature.

Sep 20

by Matt in News, Seattle 0 comments

NW Trolls: Way of the Bird King Photography

I live in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle, so I have captured a couple photos of a troll in the past. With that being said I was excited to hear about Thomas Dambo’s “Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King” art installation coming to the Pacific Northwest. These art pieces are created out of recycled materials, which makes them even cooler in my opinion. That being said here are some photos of the Northwest Trolls. The Ballard Troll in front of the Nordic Museum The West Seattle Troll at Lincoln Park – Brun Idun Bainbridge Island Troll – Pia The Peacekeeper Here’s some video on my Instagram account as well.

Jun 29

by Matt in Music, News 0 comments

Logic In Seattle at WAMU Theater

“It’s all about peace, love and positivity.” – Logic I have been capturing photos of live music for over 15 years and Logic at WAMU Theater is in my top 3 shows ever. Naturally I love listening to an MC who loves Star Wars, sci-fi, and feelings. The show had it all ranging from a unique stage design, crowd interaction, and comedy. Someone even proposed in the crowd and Logic mixed up the lyrics of the song Everyday to celebrate. I even bought a tour t-shirt, which was a first for me. You can see some of my photos below and more at Do206 and Do503.

Dec 31

by Matt in News, Seattle 0 comments

Seattle King Tides Photos

Each year in December the King Tides return in the Pacific Northwest and slight flooding of our shoreline appears. King tides occur when the orbits and alignment of the Earth, moon, and sun combine to produce the greatest tidal effects of the year. This year was no different and I ventured out to Alki Beach Park in West Seattle to capture some photos you can see below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Matt McDonald (@equalmotion)

Nov 15

by Matt in News, Toy Photography 0 comments

Yoda and Grogu Photography

The first movie I remember seeing was Empire Strikes Back and I recall my tiny brain being blown by the fact a tiny green dude was the master Luke was looking for. From that point on I have always been a fan of Yoda and he is my all-time favorite character. I even refer to him as pop culture Buddha sometimes. When the Mandalorian came on the scene and Grogu was introduced that childhood joy returned and I really dove into creating art around the two characters for some toy promos and for the ToyPhotographers.com website. Take a look at some of my favorite creations below and stay tuned for more!