RICHARD MATTHEWS
The mark of a great artist is the ability to push the envelope. Take some of the old and mix it with their version of the new. Richards is one of those artists, who combine experience, memory, and the environment in order to create his poignant colour field artwork. Centered around patterns, shapes, and the interaction of colours he utilises acrylics and pigments on small to medium-sized canvases. Painting at a quick pace yet with a conscious and measured approach results in compositions that convey different moods and a sense of intimacy.
Where are you from?
I was born in Oxfordshire, UK.
Favourite colours to use at the moment.
That’s a difficult one, possibly crimson red, sap green, and dioxazine purple.
Most inspiring country or city you’ve visited.
There are three choices which are either Seychelles, Amsterdam or Berlin.
How has your art evolved over the past 3 years?
I believe it’s become more bold and fluid.
What effect did the quarantine have on your creative process?
To keep working even in the dark abyss.
An artist, writer and musician you´d invite to dinner.
Vivian Suter, Fela Kuti, Hunter S. Thompson.
Biggest artistic achievement so far.
Producing work that challenges your perception.
Favourite art gallery.
Tate Modern, London.
Something creative you´d like to try.
I would like to try out installation and ceramics.
Describe your art in 3 words.
Philosophical. Transcendent. Passion.
What do you listen to when creating?
Fleetwood Mac, although I like a mixture of genres depending on my mood that day. A podcast I’ve been listening to recently is Talk Art.
The most visually striking film you´d recommend.
Enter the void – Gasper Noé
What would you be if you weren’t an artist?
Time traveler.
What keeps you inspired?
Nature, people & films.
Favourite quote.
“Find what you love and let it kill you´´. – Charles Bukowski.
An artist we need to follow on Instagram.
