ALL: Master Collection List
Nationality
American
Preview
Date of Work
ca. 2022
Medium
Digital drawing
Height
96"
Width
72"
Collection/Provenance
Art & Design Study Collection
Status
Stored: CE
Location
UND Art Collections Repository
Artist Bio
Matthew B. Anderson is an artist and art educator with a deep appreciation for the natural world and a strong belief in the importance of arts education. Earning a Master’s Degree in Fine Art from the University of North Dakota, Matthew combines over 15 years of experience in the arts with a passion for teaching and advocacy. His art is inspired by his home life in rural North Dakota, where he often finds himself on walks, observing and sketching. This connection to nature is evident in his works, such as "A Wish That Waits" and "Covenant," where he transforms simple natural discoveries into drawings. Matthew's approach to art is straightforward yet thoughtful, focusing on how nature's simplicity can convey complex emotions and stories. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Matthew is a dedicated advocate for arts education. He believes that art is a vital tool for communication and understanding, providing individuals of all ages with the means to express themselves and engage with their communities. Through his role in arts education, he works to ensure that everyone has access to the benefits of artistic expression. Balancing his time between creating art and promoting arts education, Matthew is also an outdoors enthusiast. He finds joy and inspiration in hiking and biking, activities that keep him connected to the landscapes that shape his artistic vision.
Additional Information
A stylized landscape scene featuring vibrant yellow flowers with delicate petals growing along thin stems. The plant is adorned with layered green leaves, some rendered with soft shading and others defined by fine green line art. The background consists of a dark, murky stream or forest floor, contrasting with the bright foliage and subtle hints of grassy textures at the top.
Condition
Excellent
Rights
Images are provided for educational purposes only and may not be reproduced for commercial use. Images may be protected by artist copyright. A credit line is required to be used for any public non-commercial educational purpose. The credit line must include, “Image courtesy of the University of North Dakota.”