Matt is currently an Andover resident who grew up a few towns to the north in West Newbury. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2013 with a degree in Environmental Engineering and is working within the field in Chelmsford, MA. Painting is mostly a hobby which he has been lucky enough to pursue thanks to the many hours spent in hotel rooms when travelling for work. When not travelling to job sites in New England, he likes to vacation abroad and is inspired by the unique countries and their trademark landmarks to create many of the art deco travel posters on display here. Inspiration for the oil-based animal paintings comes from enthusiastic friends and family and their all too willing subjects. If you have any questions or like what you see he can be reached at matthewrp91@gmail.com.
Essex Art Center Adult Clay Pieces in Reference Area Display Case
Works in clay created by adult classes at the Essex Art Center are on display. The exhibitors include students in Clay Works with Larry Elardo: Gale Batsimm, Christianne Tardif-Kellerd, and Amy Ferguson, and students in Hand-building with Peter Wood: Virginia Dalis, and Kristen Donegan. Gayle Heney, who has taken classes at EAC, also has two pieces on display.