Large-Scale Art
Matthew’s 3m x 6m oil on canvas works invite expansive, expressive gestures, demanding full-body movement to engage with the surface. Using 7-inch brushes, he loads and blends layers, merging worlds through dynamic, in-the-moment motions. His on-and-off technique reveals suggestive imagery, allowing forms to emerge organically through a balance of spontaneity and intention.
These large-scale paintings act as a connection point between his personal practice and his work in art direction within fashion editorials and filmmaking. The same sensitivity to composition, texture, and emotional resonance that shapes his visual storytelling in film and set design is present in these canvases, creating a dialogue between disciplines.
At the core of this process is a personal and emotional journey. Each mark holds the tension between control and surrender, reflecting an inner landscape shaped by both raw, primal expression and moments of quiet reflection. The scale amplifies this experience, turning the act of painting into an immersive, physical exploration of self and story.
