Matt Dodge
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MATT DODGE
Sculpted Photographs “Modern images that capture contemporary man’s celebration of the eternal earth,” responds Matt Dodge, when asked to describe his work. “In order to thrive,” he adds, “a huge slice of my soul demands active adventure, while another craves to create.” Combining the two, his work visually translates the intrinsic elation of outdoor engagement, when the synapses are firing and the soul rejoicing. |
He begins his creative process with photographs taken while pursuing outdoor activities. These images are digitally edited and printed on canvas. Next, color is applied by hand, using inks and dyes, pencils and pastels, oils, acrylics and watercolors. Outlines, designs and textures are then steadfastly and meticulously carved into the core of the canvas using rotary engraving tools and
X-Acto knives. These steps are repeated as necessary, until the final image reveals itself. Wire is sometimes stitched through the canvas as a final embellishment. All resulting works, which he terms “Sculpted Photographs”, are one-of-a-kind treasures.
Born in Santa Monica, and after 26 years in Lake Tahoe, Matt Dodge currently resides in the Humboldt County enclave of Big Lagoon, California. A daily outdoorsman, he is a snowboard pioneer and former world champion who now savors fat-tire pedaling and prone paddling his neighboring terrain.
Matt Dodge received the degree Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Colorado, Boulder.
www.MattDodgeImages.com
X-Acto knives. These steps are repeated as necessary, until the final image reveals itself. Wire is sometimes stitched through the canvas as a final embellishment. All resulting works, which he terms “Sculpted Photographs”, are one-of-a-kind treasures.
Born in Santa Monica, and after 26 years in Lake Tahoe, Matt Dodge currently resides in the Humboldt County enclave of Big Lagoon, California. A daily outdoorsman, he is a snowboard pioneer and former world champion who now savors fat-tire pedaling and prone paddling his neighboring terrain.
Matt Dodge received the degree Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Colorado, Boulder.
www.MattDodgeImages.com
These are some representative pieces. Please visit Trinidad Art Gallery for the latest available pieces.
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These are some representative pieces. Please visit Trinidad Art Gallery for the latest available pieces.
