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Matt LivelyMatt Lively began his career as an artist at a young age when he believed that the life of an artist would afford him late, sleepy mornings. While sleeping until noon did not work out, he has enjoyed a successful career - guided by his suburban upbringing in Richmond, Virginia. Lively graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in sculpture, and soon after moved to Atlanta and began creating his whimsical artwork.Lively’s work in sculpture and in restoration have provided him with the tools and knowledge to create three-dimensional artwork. His paintings depict implied movement through subtle hints of things that have been displaced. The paintings playfully represent a less hectic time where the minutes go by so slowly that normally stagnant objects seem to be moving. To fully appreciate Lively’s world, it is important to know the meaning behind his paintings: Chairs The main characters in the paintings, possessing distinct personalities and gender roles. Windows The portal through which all can escape or enter, often causing the activity inside the room by way of wind. Bird Cage The imagined motion of the bird that is long gone. Beecycles The Beecycles have the ability to charge the painting with life. Sky The heavy, oppressive clouds are not ominous but rather heavy, providing a contrast to the sprightly activity in the foreground. Telephones Sound movement, communication and the changing of moods as calls are received or not received. Electrical Cords Physical movement on the floor of the setting, leaving a path from the movement of the equipment. Irons Indicate that someone is getting ready, an important event is looming. Dresses Empty dresses are a perfect replacement for a person because they still reflect character and personality. Lively is currently an adjunct faculty member at Virginia Commonwealth University. He devotes much of his time to his son and enjoys experimenting with animation and 8-millimeter movies. Artwork
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