Memories Eternal, Siren Wail

Eighth in a series of commissioned paintings by Matthew Leaper (ML) under a “Memories Eternal” theme inspired by the people, places, and things that shape our lives. This work – “Siren Wail” – was inspired by the most powerful source of energy for growth, regeneration and destruction ever known. Actual size: 12x16".

Siren Wail, 2013 © Matthew Leaper

~Dedicated to the capitalist economic development which arises out of the destruction of some prior economic order.

Memories Eternal, Rocket in Flight

Seventh in a series of commissioned paintings by Matthew Leaper (ML) under a “Memories Eternal” theme inspired by the people, places, and things that shape our lives. This work – “Rocket in Flight” – is dedicated to all the 2013 birthday wishes received whilst occupying Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Actual size: 12x16".


Rocket in Flight 2013 © Matthew Leaper 

~Dedicated to April fools and the Republic of Uganda.  

Duality of Man Series, 12 of 15

Twelfth in a series of 15 paintings by Matthew Leaper (ML) under a "Duality of Man" theme. This piece - "The Journey"- was directly inspired by Friedrich Nietzsche's "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" ("Man is a rope, tied between beast and overman – a rope over an abyss."); ("You must have chaos within you to give birth to a dancing star."). Hangs in Philadelphia, PA. Actual size of 36x36". The art has been made available via www.ImageKind.com; please click the picture for details.


The Journey, 2011 © Matthew Leaper 


~Dedicated to #2 Door.

Memories Eternal, Full House

Fifth and Sixth in a series of commissioned paintings by Matthew Leaper (ML) under a “Memories Eternal” theme inspired by the people, places, and things that shape our lives. These two works – “Full House” – represent me and my love (www.nadiasingh.com) as the kings and queen we are. Actual sizes of 12x16". 


Full House, 2013 © Matthew Leaper 


~Dedicated to ML+NYS circa September 21, 2013. 

Duality of Man Series, 11 of 15

Eleventh in a series of 15 paintings by Matthew Leaper (ML) under a "Duality of Man" theme that was inspired by the absented minded steps we take along our ultimate journey across land, water and humanity to achieve our objectives. This piece - Arrogant Strides - was influenced by Matthew 14:22-31. Actual size of 30x40". The art has been made available via www.ImageKind.com; please click the picture for details.


Arrogant Strides, 2011 © Matthew Leaper 

~ Dedicated to leaps of faith.