Matthew Ryan Herget, who goes by the name of Mr.Herget as budding artist in the Wynwood district, is gaining quite a bit of momentum by filling countless walls with his vibrant pieces of pop art. His art is exclusively housed at The Hangar gallery and is also currently carrying out a 30 day long, live installation inside the gallery as well. There is something about his artwork that just keeps the eyes wanting more. The choice of color, although very different, blends in very well together to create a spectacular sense of surrealism. We were able to catch Mr.Herget in the middle of his live installation to have him answer some questions exclusively with Chasseur.
What would you say is your source of inspiration?
My late grandmother has actually been my biggest source of inspiration, she was a spectacular woman. It’s because of her I developed this strong interest in the arts. She always instilled in my mind that I can do anything, as long as I have it crafted in my mind. From her, I learned to always share love, give what you can to others in need, and to respect everyone that is around you. When I share my art, I feel like I am sharing all the love I have for her.
What thoughts go through your mind while working on a new piece?
When I start on a new project, I try to have the final product envisioned in my mind. Just because I can see what I want to accomplish, doesn’t mean I necessarily know how to get there though. But as long as I have a vision, there is a way to make that vision come to life. I don’t always know how I will get to that final product, but as long as I continue to work, I will make it happen.
Does the way you are feeling on a certain day affect the outcome of your work?
I like to think that I am a very happy, go-lucky person for the most part, I can’t remember the last time I was too upset. The right attitude carries me to the goals I have in mind. I wake up every morning and think about the possible and about the impossible. I take those thoughts about the impossible and translate them into my artwork. My goal is to make what others believe to be impossible, possible.
How does your creative process work?
I will sit still for about half an hour to create everything I have envisioned in my mind. I’ll take my tablet and draw it out, and then while I’m working on the actual piece I just make the conversions on the spot. I used to be obsessed with stencils, but it’s safe to say I am pretty against them now.
What detail do you pay most attention to when working on a piece?
Having it come with a sense of realism. I know I’m done with a piece when I know I’ve created something that doesn’t really exist in our world but looks like it does.