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Matthew
Three women in coats by Matthew Broughton in Melbourne
Three women in coats
Illustrations for a book
Meet the Artist
Melbourne, AustraliaMatt: Bespoke Pencil Drawings & Fine Art Commissions
Capturing Homes, Histories, and Life’s Milestones
With over 25 years of experience as a Melbourne-based freelance illustrator and graphic artist, I specialise in creating heirloom-quality pencil drawings that preserve the things that matter most: your home, your family history, and your most cherished memories.
Art with a Hand-Drawn Soul
My practice is rooted in traditional craft—honed through decades of professional work and a foundation in linocut printmaking. When you commission a piece, you aren't just getting a drawing; you are getting a carefully considered work of art designed to last for generations.
What I Can Capture for You:
- Architectural Portraits: Detailed pencil drawings of your family home, first house, or a place of deep personal significance.
- Milestones & Memories: Commemorating weddings, anniversaries, or significant life events through figurative storytelling.
- Family History: Bringing old stories or heritage locations to life, bridging the gap between your analogue roots and the present day.
- Portraits & Personal Projects: Whether it’s a gift for a loved one or a legacy piece for yourself, I work closely with you to ensure the "visual thread" of your story is captured perfectly.
The Collaborative Process
Commissioning art is a personal journey. I take a collaborative approach, working with your photos, stories, and requirements to find the artistic essence that makes them click. I am just as happy working from a grainy old photograph as from a modern brief, guiding you from the initial rough sketch through to a final original drawing, linocut, or artwork.
Melbourne Studio. Proud Member of Illustrators Australia. Available for bespoke commissions across Australia and globally.
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