MATT MACKEN

Matt Macken is a contemporary artist born in Leicester, UK, in 1986. His work explores the complex relationship between human nature and the natural world, using abstract-figurative forms to convey the emotional and psychological struggles of modern life. Macken's paintings are marked by their vibrant use of color, dynamic composition, and deep engagement with the tension between humanity's intellectual consciousness and primal instincts.

Having exhibited his work internationally in galleries across the UK, Europe, the USA, and Asia, Macken’s art is known for its emotionally charged and introspective qualities. His paintings challenge viewers to reflect on their own experiences, emotions, and fears, creating a deeply personal connection between the viewer and the artwork. Matt’s approach encourages multiple interpretations, leaving space for individual meaning within the boldness of his strokes and compositions.
Matt Macken's work is about bypassing intellectual analysis and going straight for the gut. I want viewers to feel something raw—something that connects them with a deeper sense of who we are as humans.

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This friendly worldThis friendly world
Matt Macken
This friendly world Sale price€2.000,00
Weather ReportWeather Report
Matt Macken
Weather Report Sale price€2.400,00

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Exploring the Human Condition

Born in Leicester, UK, Matt Macken is an abstract-figurative painter whose work grapples with the fundamental tensions of human nature. His paintings explore the emotional disconnect between intellectual awareness and the natural world, using bold, expressive brushstrokes and dynamic color palettes to challenge the viewer's perception of modern life.

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A Global Artist

Macken’s work has gained international recognition, with exhibitions in the UK, France, Hong Kong, and the USA. His distinctive approach allows viewers to interpret his pieces in a personal way, engaging deeply with themes of vulnerability, fear, and emotional introspection. His recent shows, including Pyromaniac in Paris, reflect his ongoing exploration of the human psyche.
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Exploring the Human Condition

Born in Leicester, UK, Matt Macken is an abstract-figurative painter whose work grapples with the fundamental tensions of human nature. His paintings explore the emotional disconnect between intellectual awareness and the natural world, using bold, expressive brushstrokes and dynamic color palettes to challenge the viewer's perception of modern life.

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A Global Artist

Macken’s work has gained international recognition, with exhibitions in the UK, France, Hong Kong, and the USA. His distinctive approach allows viewers to interpret his pieces in a personal way, engaging deeply with themes of vulnerability, fear, and emotional introspection. His recent shows, including Pyromaniac in Paris, reflect his ongoing exploration of the human psyche.

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