MrLeica Patreon Testimonials
After 4 years on Patreon we are getting closer to 1000 members so I asked for some feedback:
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Patreon community since 2021
Thanks to everyone who found time to share a few words –
“Love MrLeica Patreon for the BTS and the tips and information about camera’s and lenses. Thinking about it… like all the vids and information” – Rene, (2025)
“I follow it for advice and instruction on portraiture” – Geoff, (2025)
“Beyond Matt’s ability to light, pose, and shoot beautiful women is the knowledge he has in his head about lens, and bodies, both film and digital. Thirty minutes with Mr Leica will save you many hours of research and you’ll learn stuff you probably wouldn’t have found even with the search. Ten years of knowledge in your brain is hard to complete with. He can retrieve the info at will and apply it across contexts. Now that I think about it, yeah – I hate that about him! lol” – Will, Hawaii (2025)
“I joined recently after watching Matt’s portrait adventures; especially useful are his insights on Leica hardware and lenses. I appreciate Matt’s genuine passion for Leica and his talent in composition. I am fascinated by the simplicity with which he conveys his tutorials. This is my first and only Patreon subscription…and lovin’ it.” – Lax, (2025)
“4 years ago I was looking for a lighter setup for my cameras (Canon Eos and fast lenses). I discovered MrLeica.com‘s YouTube videos and started following Matt and his channel. Then I became a member of his Patreon to have access to specific BTS videos and all his tips that helped me improve my photography technique. In addition to regular Zoom Calls with Matt and other enthusiasts, we also met for great photo sessions. And same as @Lax : this is my only Patreon subscription.” – Grom, France (2025)
“I am here to exchange ideas with others in portrait photography, to learn from others, to get to know other approaches and ideas. No matter how long you have been taking photos, a new point of view helps to be creative. I’ve been following Matt’s YouTube channel for a while and I liked his idea with Patreon.” – Michael, Germany (2025)
“About 3 years ago I was bored with digital and looking for a new challenge. I liked the look of the old Opton Sonnar 50/1.5 in B&W, spent many months learning to do a CLA on a Contax iia body to be able to use that lens, and came across an enthusiastic Matt who raved about it as well, so I started following and then became a Patreon. Some two years ago we met in London and he guided me through my first model shooting experience. Fast forward to now, I did more than 60 shoots with models, have photographer and model friends in art communities all over Europe and beyond, which swept my photography from a lonely hobby to a very social environment and my photography has exploded more or less into a second job. Oh, and although I was allowed to linger along with my Nikons, the damn guy eventually triggered me buy my first Leica, so now I’m poor but very very happy” – Arno, The Netherlands (2025)
“I followed Matt’s YouTube and then became a Patreon supporter. I don’t have a Leica but do have an old Hassy – Matt’s second love.” – Andy, New Zealand (2025)
“I’ve been lurking around Matt’s YouTube channel for ages, but I figured it was about time I stopped freeloading and became a Patreon supporter. I’ve got to say, those behind-the-scenes videos are like hidden treasure, totally worth it. Not only have I unlocked some exclusive content, but I’ve also walked away with a fresh dose of inspiration for my future shoots. Money well spent.” – David, UK (2025)
“Two years ago, I had the itch to learn more about Leica and eventually adapting onto the platform after photographing 28 years on the EOS system. That’s when I discovered Matt’s YouTube channel. Not only his detailed technical knowledge in Leica immediately caught my attention, I also found that his pacing in mode photography was very similar to mine. And of course, as obsesses with camera as I am! Every time I would like to research on a new topics of camera, lenses, or film, his video provide concise information that one can absorb quickly, his dedication in photography as well as the YouTube platform is unparalleled to many others.” – Rex, USA (2025)
“I found Matt and photography after a dreadful diagnosis of vasculitis. I stopped all contact sports and picked up my first M240. I emailed Matt and he was so gracious and patient. I knew joining his Patreon community was going to be a wonderful experience. The family here is kind, uplifting, and eternally curious about photography and Leica! I have suffered more personal and family setbacks and health issues since joining. However, these Leicamen have been a joyful distraction through it all. God bless you Matt and all my fellow MrLeica family members.” – Timothy, (2025)
“Self proclaimed introvert created an amazing community out of nothing that goes beyond just behind the scenes content from his many inspiring travels and photoshoots. Anybody who enjoys Matt’s and his regular content will feel right at home in this group of friendly photography geeks like me!” – Thomas, The Netherlands (2025)
“Hey Matt,✌ You make me feel like I’m right in the middle of what you’re doing. Just the way you post and make videos on YouTube. I’m on Patreon to support you because I know what kind of content I get from you👌✌At least for me, that’s a very big added value, I have to say. We’re all freaks😁And I’m still willing to learn even though I’ve been taking photos myself for many years👌It’s just fun to watch you tips and tricks are always useful, so definitely keep up the good work and stay down to earth👍✌” – Odin, Germany (2025)
“I was in London on a Peter Coulson lighting course and he’d invited a guest to come along. Matt was that guest and on return from London I followed him on YouTube and soon after joined his Patreon. The regular zoom calls provide a great opportunity to ask questions and gain insights from other, like minded people.” – Sam, Guernsey (2025)
“As far back as 2015, I think pre-YouTube channel, I discovered Matt on Flickr. It was during my early searches for gems of lenses I could adapt to the Sony A7 back when there were only 2 lenses for it. Discovered Matt’s work on Flickr and have been a fan since, so given the chance to support his creation of content, it was a no brainer to join Patreon. Indeed Matt’s is the first Patreon I signed up for.” – Ken, Scotland (2025)