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Matthew Dines
Degree: (BA) Photography
University: University of Central Lancashire
Graduation Year: 2005
Matthew Dines synthesises light-hearted humour with immense beauty in his striking Urban Unrest Series and the Miniature Conflict series. Dines creates colossal environments - both natural and architectural - out of little, hinting at the sublime, against which the figures appear obscure, and capturing our insignificance in a momentous world. The images are always cinematic, and often hint at epic narratives, or suggest a dramatic and pivotal moment.
“The subjects in my photography can vary greatly. I am drawn to vast or dramatic landscapes, captured in a lively and vibrant way with an emphasis on bold high contrasting colours and with a particular focus on dominating extensive skies. Passionate about traveling and exploration, I love capturing the details that stand out, working creatively with light to create dramatic images through shadows, silhouettes and colours.
In the studio I also like to create dark, suspicious images that have strong but ambiguous narratives dealing with real life issues in today’s society such as fears of war and terrorism. I am influenced by artists such as Edward Hopper, Ansel Adams, David Levinthal, Harry Gruyaert and Cindy Sherman."
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Group Exhibitions
2008, Chorlton Arts Festival, Bar 480, Manchester
2005, Ellipsis, BBset of Cutting It, Manchester
2005, University Degree Show, University of Central Lancashire, Lancashire
2003, Untitled, Gallery 1, Victoria Building, University Of Central Lancashire, Lancashire