MATTY BOVAN
Matty Bovan’s work demands to be heard. The London-based fashion designer is repositioning colour and texture into new forms, and is inspired by the changing world around him. He describes his work as a ‘bit of a riot’ responding to a culture where being an artist is increasingly difficult. His view, is that this generation are agitators, which informs his work. His thrilling aesthetic which using clay, lurex and neon, is a representation of Bovan’s personal style.
Is the political climate inspiring a generation of creatives?
Matty Bovan: I don’t think young people are on the fence. You have to be quite brave to be a creative in this climate, it’s a risk and I see labels go under every week. But people are still pushing themselves and pushing boundaries.
Is is a risk to be creative in the current climate?
Matty Bovan: It’s very risky for a lot of people, but that kind of makes it a lot more inspiring because people have to really believe in the work they are creating. I believe in my aesthetic and I’ve been lucky enough to be in spaces where that’s been encouraged.
Is being uncompromising key to way you make work?
Matty Bovan: You have to keep questioning taste. Glitter, and dodgy colours are exciting to me because it helps me challenge peoples perceptions. If it encourages people to look at the world differently that’s great – and if people hate it, well, that’s fine.
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