About Matthew Roby

Matt Roby is a designer, illustrator and sculptor who creates strange and wonderful characters, stories and films.

Design/Illustration

Matt is experienced in all aspects of character and narrative themed projects. He has produced design concepts and artwork within various media, including children's books, vinyl toys, film/animation and advertising. Specialist areas include:

Art Direction / Creative consultant
Character design/concepts
Character model making
Story writing / Storyboarding/ animation
Production and set design
Book Illustration

Sculpture / Public Art

Matt is a professional sculptor who has exhibited work in numerous UK galleries. His unique collection of characters are created as one offs or in limited editions. They vary in size from 30cm to over 6 meters. With visual influences drawn from pop culture, literature, animals and human behaviour. The sculptures are created in various materials, including cast resin, mixed media and recycled materials. Many of the ever growing cast of sculptures have been specially commissioned for various public spaces including parks, schools, museums, libraries and business foyer's. Some of the sculptures have also been adapted (with a little digital tinkering) into illustration and animation projects.