Artist Bio - CV
Matthew Sir Robertson (Born 1993) is a contemporary abstract expressionism artist and visionary currently living and working in central Virginia. Matthew is a talented and passionate artist known for creating vibrant, energy filled works that capture the beauty and complexity of the world around him. With a focus on abstract expressionism, Matthew combines bold colors, unique techniques, and multiple layers of texture to evoke powerful emotions and invites viewers into a deeper connection with his artwork.
Drawing inspiration from his personal experiences, the natural world, and his own emotions, Matthew brings a unique perspective to each piece, creating works that resonate with collectors and art enthusiasts alike.
Matthew is dedicated to continuously evolving as an artist, exploring new techniques, and pushing the boundaries of creativity and abstraction to bring fresh and meaningful works to life.
Some of his favorite past artists include: Claude Monet, Clyfford Still, Wassily Kandinsky, Mark Rothko, Helen Frankenthaler, Willem de Kooning, Joan Mitchell, and Gerhard Richter.
His favorite contemporaries and influences: Stanley Casselman, Daniel Arsham, Touils, Nathan Terborg, Paul Kenton, Alex Gray, and James Jean.
Curriculum Vitae
Group Exhibitions
2023 - Twentieth Anniversary Show - Riverviews Art space, Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
2021 - ROMANTICA - M.A.D.S. Milano, Milan, Italy
2019
Staff Art Show - Academy Center of Arts, Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Skate dreams - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
2018 - Similar Yet Different - Riverviews Art Space, Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Solo Exhibitions
2024 - Residency Show - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
2022 - Findings Art Gallery - Virginia, USA
2021 - Steven Francis Fine Art Gallery - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
2020
The Virginian Hotel - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Westminster Canterbury - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Rendezvous - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
2019
Magnolia’s - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Flint Property Group - Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Residencies
December 2023 - May 2025 Artist in Residence at Riverviews Art Space, Lynchburg, Virginia, USA
Artist Statement
My name is Matthew Sir Robertson, I’m a contemporary artist born 1993 in central Virginia, USA. My work focuses on abstract expressionism, where I aim to explore unseen and unknown concepts to provoke emotional responses. Through my paintings, I strive to engage viewers in a deeper reflection on abstract ideas and concepts.
I work with a variety of materials, including acrylic paints, gel, glass beads, heavy texture acrylic polymer, gesso, sand, sawdust, inks, and wood chips. Each material is chosen for its unique properties and contributes to the overall texture and depth of the piece. My technique involves layering and manipulating these materials to create dynamic, tactile surfaces that engage both visually and physically.
I use a range of application methods to manipulate these materials, utilizing brushes, drywall knives, squeegees, putty blades, and other utensils. Each tool is carefully selected to achieve specific textures and effects, allowing me to approach the surface in a versatile way. This variety of techniques helps me create complex, multidimensional compositions that invite exploration from different angles.
I create art as a means of expressing what words cannot convey. Driven by a deep urge to challenge myself, I aim to explore the limits of possibility through my work. My focus is on themes of spirituality, the human experience, and collective consciousness.