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Matthew Hassell

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Self-taught field recordist with over thirteen years of collecting recorded experience, stemming from a rich education and a history of engaging with 2-D abstract spaces. I enjoy exploring the many-layered connections between audio and imaginary lived experiences. One half of Brooklyn sound art duo Re.hear.sal.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Curator in Residence

Re.hear.sal at Ultraviolet Visual Studio
New York, New York
08.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with artists to develop engaging installation concepts.
  • Curated diverse art exhibitions showcasing contemporary artists' works.
  • Coordinated logistics for installation and deinstallation of exhibitions.
  • Secured talented individuals, performing artists, and musicians to provide engaging entertainment during special events.

Venetian Plaster Artist

Fresco Decorative Arts
New York, New York
10.2013 - Current
  • Collaborated with clients and top-level designers to develop custom plaster artwork for residential and commercial spaces, including Chanel, Tiffany's, LV, etc.
  • Worked as the leading artist to manage teams of talented plaster workers on-site, completing wet applications of Venetian plaster treatments flawlessly, as a team.
  • Built and maintained working relationships with top level Interior designers based on individual performance and ability to manage stressful job situations to completion.

Field Recording Artist

Self-employeed
Brooklyn, New York
09.2010 - Current
  • Self-educated and meticulously acquired equipment to be able to audio record exciting soundscapes from everyday life.
  • Carefully amassed a growing library of spatial sound experience recordings over a span of 13 years and counting.
  • Practiced deep listening and repurposed my own recordings into new artistic projects and ventures.

Education

Master of Arts - Painting And Drawing

Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY
06-2010

Bachelor of Arts - Painting

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05-2006

Skills

  • Field Recording
  • Creative Sound Composition
  • Exhibition curation
  • Artist collaboration
  • Audience engagement
  • Art installation
  • Event planning
  • Creative problem solving

Accomplishments

  • Pratt Institute Excellence in Academic Achievement, 2010.
  • JGS Photography Award, University of Connecticut Scholarship Show, 2006

Timeline

Co-Curator in Residence

Re.hear.sal at Ultraviolet Visual Studio
08.2021 - Current

Venetian Plaster Artist

Fresco Decorative Arts
10.2013 - Current

Field Recording Artist

Self-employeed
09.2010 - Current

Master of Arts - Painting And Drawing

Pratt Institute

Bachelor of Arts - Painting

University of Connecticut

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