Matt Smiley
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Matt Smiley (born 1981) is a Canadian artist.[1]
Biography
[edit]Growing up in Quebec, Smiley initially pursued acting before focusing on visual arts. He has spoken of being influenced by Marilyn Manson.[2]
Art career
[edit]Selected exhibitions
[edit]Documentary filmmaking
[edit]Smiley has earned acclaim for his documentaries:
- Highway of Tears (2014) - Directed by Smiley, this documentary focuses on the missing women along Highway 16 in British Columbia.[5]
- For Love (2022) - Narrated by Shania Twain, this documentary addresses the overrepresentation of Indigenous children in Canada's foster care system.[6][7][8]
Personal life
[edit]Smiley was previously married to actress Lyndsy Fonseca. The couple married in April 2009 but separated in July 2012. Fonseca filed for divorce in January 2013, citing irreconcilable differences. There were no children from the marriage.[9]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Matt Smiley - Biography, Shows, Articles & More". Artsy. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ↑ "How Marilyn Manson Inspires an Artist Known for Smiley Faces". The Hollywood Reporter. 2019-01-18. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ↑ Smith, Jane (2024-10-17). "Artist Matt Smiley's New Exhibit Is a '90s Ode to 'Love' and 'Nostalgia'". Newsweek. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ↑ "Matt Smiley Unveils His Exhibition 'Work in Progress: Emotions' at 1 Hotel West Hollywood". HollywoodLife. 2023-12-13. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ↑ "Film shines light on 'forgotten' Highway of Tears women". Vancouver Sun. 2015-02-24. Retrieved 2025-09-22.
- ↑ "Shania Twain Narrates Documentary 'For Love': Details". US Magazine. 2022-05-16. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ↑ "Documentary addresses the loss and reconnection with culture". Park Record. 2022-05-16. Retrieved 2025-02-04.
- ↑ "New film narrated by Shania Twain an ode to Indigenous love and resistance". CBC News. 2021-10-03. Retrieved 2025-09-22.
- ↑ "'Kick-Ass' Star Lyndsy Fonseca Files for Divorce". TMZ. 2013-01-13. Retrieved 2025-02-04.