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Matt Dillon's 'Messy' Neo-Expressionist Art Hits NYC
13 May
Summary
- Actor Matt Dillon showcases his Neo-Expressionist-inspired paintings in New York.
- Dillon's art reflects influences from Schnabel, Kippenberger, and Basquiat.
- He developed his artistic style during film production lulls over the years.
Matt Dillon, a celebrated actor since the 1980s, is showcasing his large-scale paintings in New York. His Neo-Expressionist-inspired art features a brushy, textural style, echoing the works of artists such as Julian Schnabel and Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Dillon developed his artistic talent organically, with early exposure through family and later by engaging with conceptual artists. He honed his skills by painting during lulls in film productions and in hotel rooms.
Initially creating smaller pieces, Dillon began working on a larger scale a decade ago after renting his first studio. Despite lacking gallery representation, his art has earned admiration from fellow artists and is currently on view in his first New York solo exhibition.
