Mathew Chavez (born 1986 in Dallas, Texas) is an American contemporary artist working with mixed mediums, such as paper and various textiles on canvas to create abstract portraits.
Mat moved to New York City to pursue his art – intending to move audiences nationwide with his sense of humor, storytelling, and ability to reflect emotion. Sexuality, with a provocative undertone, has been the main platform for his current body of work.
While studying Fine Arts at New York’s notable Fashion Institute of Technology, Mat discovered instantly that his true passion was in painting. Carefully guided by well-respected professors, he was inspired by the Cubist, Minimalist and Dada eras. He has since explored his talents by breaking down organic shapes, inspired by his love of geometry, symmetry and mathematics.
When Mat isn’t in the studio painting, he enjoys spending time with his husband, Greg and their dog Gloria as they settle in their new home in New Haven, Connecticut.