Hi, I'm Mat. A former enforcer in a criminal gang now writing and illustrating a children's book. I'm here for friendship primarily. If it develops into something more that would just be a natural process, nothing forced. Definitely not here for hook-ups. I love loud guitars. Formerly a vocalist in several obscure punk and hardcore bands you've probably never heard of.
In my 9 til 5 I lead a team in a busy and successful city centre retail outlet selling vintage and alternative clothing. I hire a team who are all young and neurodiverse. In a world built by farmers and industrialists those with hunter-gatherer minds deserve their chance to thrive.
Outside of the day-job I like to spend quality time with my friends and family and I'm currently illustrating a roleplaying game for a games company. I also do graphic design for bands and promoters.
I like to go hiking and explore off the beaten path. The quiet places in the great outdoors are where I find my inspiration. If I can squeeze in some wild swimming that's a bonus.
I'm a father with a teen aged son. He lives in Norway. So I don't have him 50% of the time for obvious reasons related to distance and travel time. We meet up as often as we can. Despite the distance we're very close, love each other to bits and when we're together we're inseperable.
I'm also currently saving for a new motorcycle and looking forward to the day trips and travel opportunities that will open up for me.
On an average Saturday night you can find me often meeting friends to go and watch live bands.
Or if it's a quiet night in I can be found reading HP Lovecraft while listening to a cosmic horror soundtrack.
Or sipping a glass of wine while watching a youtube tutorial about Shibari.
Or taking a stroll round the local graveyard to watch the bats.
Or perfecting my vegan Mac n Cheeze recipe.
Or planning my next Halloween outfit.
Message me if you're the kind of person who is looking to make a genuine connection.
I’m artistic, creative, imaginitive and I’d love to chat to similar folks. If you’re someone who likes to laugh, loves alt music of some description, appreciates the darker things in life, is klnk positive and is a genuinely happy person, we might get along great. Anything vintage or alternative usually gets a thumbs up.
Sound like you? Send me a message and let's chat.
