MATTHEW

ABERLINE:

ARTIST

MATTHEW ABERLINE: ARTIST

Matthew Aberline

Matthew Aberline

Aberline is an Australian Queer Artist and Craftsman of French descent who works primarily in visual art and sculptural textiles.

Drawing inspiration from the classical world, the decorative arts, and fashion - his work compasses installation, ephemeral art, exhibition, performance, and collaboration.

Using collaboration as the cornerstone of his practice, he uses his art as a tool for Social Change, championing an inclusive and participatory approach to art making and story telling.

Aberline is an Australian Queer Artist and Craftsman of French descent who works primarily in visual art and sculptural textiles.

Drawing inspiration from the classical world, the decorative arts, and fashion - his work compasses installation, ephemeral art, exhibition, performance, and collaboration.

Using collaboration as the cornerstone of his practice, he uses his art as a tool for Social Change, championing an inclusive and participatory approach to art making and story telling.

Aberline is an Australian Queer Artist and Craftsman of French descent who works primarily in visual art and sculptural textiles.

Drawing inspiration from the classical world, the decorative arts, and fashion - his work compasses installation, ephemeral art, exhibition, performance, and collaboration.

Using collaboration as the cornerstone of his practice, he uses his art as a tool for Social Change, championing an inclusive and participatory approach to art making and story telling.

About:

Aberline is recognised nationally and globally for his social activism and inclusive art-making practice.

His projects have been shown in New York: the United Nations General Assembly, the World Trade Center Oculus, and NYC World Pride;

In London: Australia House / the Australian Consulate;

In Canberra: the National Library of Australia and the National Science and Technology Centre;

And in Sydney: the Sydney Opera House Centre for Creativity, the Powerhouse Museum, and the Art Gallery of NSW.

Works With:

Aberline collaborates with cultural organisations; Galleries, Museums, Libraries, Art Centres, and City Councils - to consult, collaboratively devise, and deliver art and culture making projects across Australia and the World.

Drawing on an existing body of work and established methodologies, Aberline develops bespoke solutions that respond to each project’s specific needs. He works with partners who value creativity, play, innovation, and inclusivity, focusing on practical and engaging ways to bring art to their communities.

You're Included:

Aberline’s practice is rooted in inclusivity, creating spaces where artistic expression is a shared experience rather than a solitary act.

His work invites communities to actively participate in the creative process, breaking down traditional hierarchies and ensuring that every voice—regardless of background or experience—is seen, heard, and valued.

Through immersive installations and collaborative projects, he transforms art into a collective act of storytelling, identity-building, and cultural dialogue.

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