As an ocean abstract expressionist painter, Matt strives to capture the ethereal beauty and boundless power of the vast seas that surround us. Through his minimalist monochrome art, he invites the viewer on a contemplative journey, where the rhythmic ebb and flow of emotions and feelings converge with the soothing embrace of the ocean.
His artistic practice is deeply rooted in the philosophy of minimalism, which seeks to distill art to its essential elements, stripping away extraneous details to reveal the purest form of expression. In embracing this aesthetic, his aim is to create a visual language that transcends the constraints of representation, allowing the viewer to delve into the depths of their own inner world.
Through deliberate brushstrokes and subtle variations of tone and texture, his aim is to evoke a sense of calmness and serenity, transporting the viewer to a meditative state. By reducing the oceanic expanse to minimal forms and monochrome palettes, MD invites contemplation of the infinite possibilities contained within each simple gesture. The absence of colour and intricate details encourages a deeper connection with the raw emotions that lie beneath the surface.
Born 1977, Tamworth, Australia.
Online Gallery Representation
2019 - 2023 Art Pharmacy Gallery
Selected Solo Exhibitions
2016 Frances Keevil Gallery, Sydney
Selected Group Exhibitions
2018 Piermarq Gallery, Sydney
2017 Manyung Gallery, Melbourne
2017 Manyung Gallery, Sorrento
2016 Frances Keevil Gallery, Sydney
2015 Frances Keevil Gallery, Sydney
2014 Castle Fitzjohns Gallery, New York
2014 Black Penny Gallery, Sydney
2014 Chica Bonita Space, Sydney
2014 Beach Road Hotel Gallery, Sydney
2014 Whitehouse Design College, Sydney
2014 LoFi Gallery, Sydney
2014 LoFi Gallery, Sydney
Private Collections
2018 The Collectionist Hotel, Sydney
2018 Washington DC, USA
2018 Freshwater Beach, Sydney
2018 Warriewood Beach, Sydney
2018 7thDay Brewery, Sydney
2016 Adelphi Hotel Series, Melbourne
Publications
2017 North Journal
2016 White Horses Magazine
2016 No Cure Magazine
2015 Property Pantry
2015 White Horses Magazine
2015 T-world Magazine
2014 White Horses Magazine