Kindred Jiu-Jitsu

Last August, Kindred Jiu-Jitsu reached out to me through our mutual connection at The Guild Muay Thai looking for photos for some upcoming marketing material, their new website along with their social media accounts. I was super excited for this project for a couple of reasons, 1. because Jiu-Jitsu has been a love of mine for the last decade or so, and 2, because as much as I’m around BJJ and a camera, I rarely get to combine the two. It was a busy couple of days of shooting, covering all of their classes. Youth and adult gi and nogi classes along with wrestling and yoga. Kindred was great! From the moment I wanted in the doors to when we were all wrapped up. If I lived in the north end of Seattle, I would for sure be a visiting this spot for some good rolls with some good people.

Here’s a few selects from my short time with these fine folks.

San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks 12-29-2019

In the final game of the regular season it came down to two teams that would leave first place in the NFC and a bye in the first round of the playoffs. With the season ending injuries of starting running backs, Chris Carson, Rashaad Penny and CJ Prosise, we got to see the return of Marshawn Lynch into the Seahawks backfield. It was only fitting that the game came down to the last play of the game. With that, San Francisco came out ahead after stopping Seattle in the red zone with only seconds left on the clock. The 49res take the win 26-21, a first round bye are lined up to play the Vikings on January 11th. Meanwhile the Seahawks drop from 1st place into 5th and head into the post season as a wild card team against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Here’s a few highlights from the final game of the regular season.

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) dives over the pile at the line of scrimmage to score a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) runs with the ball during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks running back Travis Homer (25) runs with the ball during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) returning a kick off during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll on the sidelines during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) dives for extra yards after contact during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) tackled after a catch and run by San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon (23) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker K.J. Wright (50) hits San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders (17) during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) runs past San Francisco 49ers defensive end Solomon Thomas (94) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) drops back in the pocket to pass during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) runs past Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver David Moore (83) runs with the ball during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

San Francisco 49ers running back Raheem Mostert (31) runs past Seattle Seahawks defensive back Lano Hill (42) and outside linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49) to score a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, December 29, 2019, in Seattle. The 49ers defeat the Seahawks 26-21. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Seattle Seahawks

What a wild game... the Seahawks beat the Buccaneers 40-34 in overtime on a Russell Wilson to Will Dissly Touchdown. I’ve shot at Century Link Field several times for the Sounders matches, but how loud the 12’s get, is on a whole other level! Soon as I get back I dropped some ear plugs to into the camera bag for the next time.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during pregame warm-ups of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (14) on the sidelines during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (14) runs with the ball during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) looks for an open receiver the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) drives for extra yards during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws the ball during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver David Moore (83) runs with the ball after a catch in the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister (48) breaks across the goal line during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll during the second quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) passes the ball during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (32) runs past Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White (45) for a 59 yard gain during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) catch a touchdown pass in the end zone over Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Jamel Dean (35) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) passes the ball during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones II (27) runs with the ball during the third quarter of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver D.K. Metcalf (14) runs with the ball after contact with Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Sean Murphy-Bunting (26) and linebacker Devin White (45) during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) bounces away from Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Vernon Hargreaves III (28) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister (48) reacts to scoring the game winning touchdown reception from quarterback Russell Wilson (3) in overtime of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019, in Seattle. Seattle defeated Tampa Bay 40-34 in overtime. (Matt Ferris/Image of Sport)

Seattle Sounders FC SEAvNE (8-10-2019)

What a crazy game! From the Sounders being up, to being down and then pulling ahead again just to have the game end in a tie. But the most important part was that I broke my stupid monopod the night before and didn’t have the reach that my 400mm lens usually gives me. Looks like I’ll be visiting B&H to pick up a new one before the next match.

Here’s my selects from a bright sun shinny day at Century Link Field in Seattle, WA

From the fine folks at, Asgard503

It’s always a lovely surprise when I get care packages from the homies around the way. Huge thank you to, Michael Ciochon, who sent up up some of the new gear from his Portland, OR based Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gear and lifestyle brand, Asgard503. Wanting to mix it up a bit from the last shoot, I got a hold of one of my old kickboxing student and talked her to meeting me at 11pm to do a little shadowboxing in the middle of the street. Totally a normal thing, I swear. Here’s a few of my favorite shots from the night…

2019 Crazy Monkey Kettlebell Competition

This last weekend I had the privilege of shooting the 2019 International Kettlebell Organization USA National Championship hosted by Crazy Monkey USA for the 3rd straight year. This has quickly became one of my highlights of the summer. Not only do these athletes train like animals, but they also leave it all on the platform. It’s awesome to see the athletes putting in work. Many competed for the first time and others broke personal records. Overall with, Saiko Shima-Kolesar taking the lead, this is one of he best organized events I’ve ever shot with everything running like clockwork!

Here’s a few of my faves from this years comp.

Full gallery…https://www.mattferrisphotos.com/2019-Crazy-Monkey-Kettlebell-Competition

Seattle Sounders FC SEAvHOU (5-11-2019)

May 11th saw the Seattle Sounders FC come away with a 1-0 win over the Houston Dynamo for a much needed 3 points by way of Christian Roldan scoring from the outside at 4:41 in the first half. On a photography related note, I wanted to push myself outside the usual thing I’ve been doing and shot a good portion from the 300 level at Century Link Field. I think I got a couple interesting shots. That said, next time I think I’m gonna add a 1.4x or 2x converter to the Canon 400 f/2.8L to shoot from up on high.

Here’s a few highlights from the match…

Seattle Majestics vs SD Surge 5-4-2019

Saturday night saw the Seattle Majestics come out swinging and for the first time in team history, beat the powerhouse San Diego Surge 22-10! Just like in life, it’s all about small steps and being a little better today than you were yesterday. Today the Majestic were the best they’ve ever been with all aspects of the team firing on all cylinders! It was an impressive win!

And now it’s time for the playoff’s!! I can’t wait to see where this team goes in the post season!!

Seattle Majestics vs LA Bobcats (4-27-2019)

First off...What an amazing group of ATHLETES here!!!  
Here’s a few highlights from Saturdays WNFC game featuring the Seattle Majestics Women's Tackle Football and the Los Angeles Bobcats. The Majestics faced the bobcats in the season opener in LA and came away with their only loss of the season as well as couple season ending injuries. This time around the Majestics came out in a dominate fashion with a solid 16-6 victory over their west coast rival! 
Full game album is up on the Seattle Majestics Women's Tackle Football FB page!

Seattle Sounders FC SEAvLAFC (4-28-2019)

What started off looking like it was going to be a high scoring match up with Jordan Morris scoring the fastest Sounders FC goal (as an MLS Franchise) at the :46sec mark into the match, and LAFC equalizing a few minuets later. And that’s where the score stood for the next 90min of play (inc. the 4 added min by the ref). Things heated up pretty quickly after Christian Roldan received a red card in the 18th minuet as play became more and more physical with the sounders down to 10 men on the field. It wasn’t the prettiest of matches as both teams come away with 1 point each.

Here’s a few of my selects from the match.