Living the City Highlife

This surreal artwork depicting double-decker buses stacked on top of each other, symbolizing the chaotic yet structured flow of urban life. The buses, iconic red against a muted cityscape, rise precariously like a vertical skyline, representing the highs and lows of navigating a bustling metropolis. The composition reflects the constant motion and unpredictability of city living, with each bus level potentially suggesting a new challenge or perspective, creating a playful yet thought-provoking take on urban commuting and resilience.

Matt draws inspiration from urban environments and the vibrancy of the city which he presents onto the canvas with a distinct sense of energy. Matt has described how he is concerned with capturing the ‘immediacy’ of those surroundings that people become immersed in.

His technique of applying the paint quickly to the canvas in a perhaps more sketch-like manner lends itself to the fast-paced lifestyles of today’s society that Matt is eager to convey. There is often humour and wit in the scenes that Matt reveals to us, but he also captures those moments of human isolation in the contrasting chaos of busy city life.

Fine art quality print, hand trimmed and packed with care in the North West, UK. Free shipping is available within the UK.