Matthew's artwork is a response to nature, form, and light. He often works in situ, directly connecting him to the subject while exploring places of natural beauty. He references terrain that interacts with light and atmosphere including features found in the landscape.
With expressive brushwork, his artworks are often dreamlike as he explores composition and colour. His imagery is tranquil and infused with vitality as he translates with pigment his surroundings.
After training in Art and Design - at Geelong TAFE, (1993) Sansom lived between country Victoria and Melbourne where he was involved in community theater, set and costume design/making. Between 1998-2000 he worked with the Chandrabhanu Dance Company and School of Classical Arts as a lighting and stage assistant to Geoffrey Goldie (student to George Bell). During this time of exposure to performing art and Melbourne's artistic communities, he produced a series of paintings and drawings for the Brunswick Art Collective.
In 2000 he moved to the UK. While living in the Devon countryside he painted a series of Plein air paintings and experimental studio works. These formative experiences set the tone for his artistic development.
In 2004 Matthew returned to Australia to further his creative portfolio by exploring drawing, print mediums, and oil painting.
Along with art making he curates an exhibition space, Galleon in Bangalow NSW.