Matt Scobey

Matt Scobey
1979, Danville, IL
lives and works in Marfa, TX

Matt Scobey creates sculptural works characterized by a responsive approach to public spaces and utilization of everyday materials, aiming to engage viewers and prompt contemplation. By employing humble materials such as found marble and wood, he challenges traditional notions of art and aesthetics, pushing boundaries and sparking dialogue. In his Remnant Suite series, Scobey collects discarded marble remnants from local contractors, repurposing them into stacked sculptural objects. Additionally, he utilizes cast acrylic to complement the stone or wood, further exploring the interplay between different materials.

Throughout his practice, Scobey also draws inspiration from the Light and Space movement. His installations are characterized by a sharpened focus on perceptual phenomena such as light, volume, and scale. By directing natural light within his artwork and considering their surroundings, he creates immersive experiences prioritizing the viewer’s encounter with light and other sensory stimuli under specific conditions.

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Matt Scobey is the founder of Formal Alchemy, a process driven Design and Fabrication studio. He has recently finished a series of residencies in collaboration with Biennial of the Americas, SOMA Mexico, Art-Plant and Dateline gallery. Matt Scobey draws on a range of influences and interests, Pop-Surrealism, Memphis School, Neo Eclectic Design, Proun, Readymade, and Assemblage. His interest in space, form, context and economy often manifest in murals, installation, design, performance, and sculpture. The work reflects less of a personal observation as it offers a bizarre mirrored reflection of our own society. He has participated in solo and group exhibitions at Rhinoceropolis, Denver Art Museum, MCA Denver, Pirate Gallery, Denver Arts and Venues, Denver International Airport, Redline, RMCAD, SuperOrdinary Gallery, and Pawn Works Gallery.