“I am interested, primarily, in geometry, the human form, and the human form’s capacity for abstraction. I start with a basic idea, often utilizing phi, the “golden ratio”, to lay out the canvas, but then distance myself, in a way, and watch the piece develop itself. There’s no limit, really, to the amount of work that can be done in this way.”
Matthew’s current body of work is a continuation of this exploration of the human figure and its relationship to abstraction. He is drawn to larger canvases and enjoys the effect produced by vibrant color. His inspiration is derived, first and foremost, from the human figure, but the figure itself, each pose, quickly yields inspiration for the inclusion of geometric consideration and abstraction. It is his hope that viewers will be left with an increased appreciation for not only the human form, but for the beauty that can arise when it is considered from the perspective of symmetry, geometry, and controlled abstraction.