"Matthew Walton's mixed-media practice merges drawing and painting, resulting in figurative compositions that create a distinct textural contrast between softness and hardness, celebrating authentic self-expression."
"Froot Loops features a series of mixed-media works on paper that reimagine mundane moments, transformed by Walton's bold, graphic approach and vibrant technicolor lens, inviting viewers into relatable scenes."
"In this liminal realm, Walton's camp and Cubist-coded figures exist uninhibited, creating a welcoming world where everyone is invited to step inside and experience the charm of everyday queerness."
Matthew Walton is a Toronto-based artist with a B.A.A. in Animation from Sheridan College. His mixed-media practice combines drawing and painting, creating figurative compositions that contrast softness and hardness. His series, Froot Loops, highlights everyday queerness through bold, graphic depictions of mundane moments. These intimate scenes invite viewers into a unique world where camp and Cubist influences thrive. Walton was recognized as a 2025 Art & Photo Book Award Winner, leading to the publication of his work, and opportunities for others to publish their art are available.
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