Matthew Finley

Matthew Finley (b.1972) uses a variety of photography processes to communicate his life’s experience and form emotional connections to viewers. Growing up queer, Finley’s experiences of loneliness and separation from the world around him fostered a fear of being singled out, yet at the same time a desire to see and truly be seen by others. Now, the studio is a safe space where he can be vulnerable and express his true self that wants to dialogue with an audience. Creating and exhibiting his work is a way to forge relationships with viewers outside of traditional social pressures. The photography tells autobiographical stories which convey an emotional honesty of experience. He addresses issues around queer issues, personal growth and universal emotional commonalities.