Matthew Small: Everybody is a Masterpiece

Artist Matt Small's upcoming solo exhibition, "Everybody is a Masterpiece," seeks to remind us of the inherent worth of every individual, encouraging us to view one another with the same admiration that we reserve for masterpieces in art galleries.

 

Small's captivating and thought-provoking new body of work aims to inspire a sense of universal recognition of the unique beauty within each of us. His vivid and emotive portraits, often featuring young people from under-represented communities, urge the viewer to look deep into the eyes of the model and dialogue with the multi-layered complexity of humanity. Juxtaposing classical portraiture and intricate craftmanship with a bold modern aesthetics, these works are modern monuments that transcend time and embrace timelessness.

 

Inspired by the lyrics of Three Dog Night's song "Everybody's a Masterpiece," the exhibition serves as a powerful reminder that beauty resides in the heart of each person. It evokes the notion of an infinite treasure, a wealth beyond measure, that lies hidden within all of us. If we all recognized our own and each other's true worth, the world would be a much richer place.