This dynamic floral painting is an example of the artist’s
ability to create beauty with a fresh and different look.
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His work is compelling in that while
he uses bold colors and well-accepted
and recognized images, he is able to
make them subtle and introspective
as well. By working in larger scale,
Haghighi is able to add complexity
to his compositions that often merge
overall concepts with small details,
such as the rabbit formed by the smoke
on his Playboy magazine cover tribute.
As an artist, he carefully plans his
project, yet gives himself the freedom
to adjust his concept as he moves
along. His process is both detailed
and fluid, so that the finished product
reflects both planning and emotion.
He is a passionate person on all
levels. Unpredictable in style, he is
ever consistent in quality, color and
perspective.
It is difficult for an observer to look
at a Matt Haghighi painting without
having an emotional thought. It is this
ability to generate feelings that makes
his paintings so memorable. 9
EDITOR’S NOTE: Matt Haghighi can be
contacted at (847) 651-5439 or by visiting
his website at mhaghighi.com.
Artist Matt Haghighi creates
large-scale works of art that
reflect his life experiences.
SUZANNE ZYGAMUNT
/mhaghighi.com