Matthew Harding is a multi-faceted sculptor, furniture designer and craftsman whose practice ranges from large-scale civic sculptures and exhibition pieces to innovative object design.  His ability to cross-link traditional construction methods and craft techniques with industrial materials and processes has been shaped by a background encompassing the visual arts, design and construction industries.  This coupled with a deep appreciation of form, structure and function brings a unique sensitivity to Matthew's art and design practice.

Matthew's commissions include the the ACT Memorial (2006), the Garden of Remembrance (2004-5), Playhouse Theatre (Newcastle, 2005), Calvary Hospital (ACT, 2003).  His work is held in the public collections of National Gallery of Australia, Art Bank (Sydney), Australian National University, University of Newcastle, Chinese Embassy (ACT), John Hunter Hospital (Newcastle), Sydney International Airport Terminal (Sydney), Lord Mayor’s Office (Newcastle), Newcastle Regional Museum, The Royal Collection (England), Saskatchewan Arts Board Collection (Canada), Inami Sculpture Park (Japan), Toyota (Japan), Vanuatu Parliament (Vanuatu), Wing Tai Holdings (Singapore), Eastcom City (Hangzhou, China).

He has exhibited at the Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award in Werribee Park (2003, 2004 and 2006), Sculpture by the Sea (2002), Victoria and Albert Museum (2004), and in several galleries in New South Walles and throughout America.  Matthew won the People's Choice award for the Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award in 2004