Featured Artist of The Week: Not Pop!
"NOTPOP explores simple abstract shapes paired with a symphony of bold pop colours. Each bespoke piece breaks the mould of a standard frame, not-conforming to being put in a box, NOTPOP hand makes bespoke frames which wrap the subject matter. Inspiration comes from familiar objects, font and landscapes. Many of the pieces are an interpretation of the Giants Causeway, a landscape from Northern Ireland.
Having previously exhibited character-based paintings in Italy, Amsterdam, London and Dublin, Matthews new alias NOTPOP has been under wraps as he has worked on progressing and perfecting the idea for years, finally launching NOTPOP in October 2021.
Based in Northern Ireland, Matthew works between his studio in Carrickfergus and wood workshop in the Gortin Glens."
Selected artwork:
Artworks in order:
A, 2021, Spray Paint & Acrylic on handcut wooden canvas, wrapped in a bespoke frame, 33x33cm, £275 (Sold)
A is inspired by Matthews son Ashton, who is a big part of NOTPOP and can often be seen or heard in the background of his works. A splash of bold colour and hard edges, this is modern take on type.
Causeway, 2021, Spray Paint & Acrylic on handcut wooden canvas, wrapped in a bespoke frame, 40x38 cm, £350
Inspired by the Basalt Columns at the Giants Causeway, this piece is an abstract interpretation of a landscape close to home.
Bolted (Large Bolt), 202, Spray Paint & Acrylic on handcut wooden canvas, wrapped in a bespoke frame, 64x100cm, £825
Inspired by the weather system in Norther Ireland - rain and storms.
Bolt, 2021, Spray Paint & Acrylic on handcut wooden canvas, wrapped in a bespoke frame, 58x38cm, £500
Inspired by the weather sytem in Northern Ireland - rain and storms.
Chunky Lines, 2021, Spray Paint & Acrylic on handcut wooden canvas, wrapped in a bespoke frame, 68x60cm, £750 (Sold)
Abstract shapes in a muted colour palette.
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