What happens if you meet your heroes and they live up to the hype?
Most people warn you never to meet your heroes. Journalist and photographer Matt Carmichael has spent a lifetime proving them wrong. In this humorous, heartfelt, and photo-filled memoir, he shares 75+ unforgettable encounters with the famous, the fascinating, and the quietly extraordinary.
About Matt Carmichael
Matt is a writer, photographer, speaker and lifelong journalist.
Matt has been called “an actual photographer” by Dave Barry and an “internet guru” in Rolling Stone. A former U.S. Census Bureau director said Matt’s work was important for the nation. An Emmy-winning cellist said, “Matt Carmichael is one of those people you wished lived nearby so you could invite him to every dinner party.”
As a photojournalist his work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Spin, and hundreds of other publications around the world. His work is represented by Getty Images and can be seen at rocknroll.net, Currently, Matt is an SVP at Ipsos where he leads or co-leads the largest and most impactful public trends and foresight projects.
He is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Medill school and was awarded a certificate of achievement from the University of Houston’s Foresight program.
Photography by www.seriophotography.com
Discover Inspiring Stories and Lasting Impressions
Delve into Matt Carmichael’s captivating memoir, published by Odd Hours Media, where heartfelt encounters blend humor, wisdom, and stunning photography to inspire and engage readers.
- Meet remarkable figures through vivid storytelling and candid moments
- Gain life lessons woven with humor from genuine personal experiences
- Enjoy exclusive excerpts showcasing compelling narratives and images
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Words and images
Many of the stories are illustrated by rarely seen photos of musicians, actors, authors and more from Matt Carmichael’s rocknroll.net archive.
