Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Matthew Trujillo is a New York City–based artist whose bold, graphic portraiture blends pop art with a raw street aesthetic. After building a strong following across Texas, his work has been shown alongside notable names such as Tyler Shields, Blek Le Rat, Gary James McQueen, and KAWS, and he continues to expand his practice through exhibitions, large-scale murals, and collaborative projects. 

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His exhibitions include BLISS: A Solo Exhibition, South by Southwest - 2026, NYC Stories, BAM Red Dot Art Experience, Art Affair Hamptons (3rd Annual), Miles From Here, From Beginning To End, ILLfest, Art Campout #1 "Back to Basics", Swaylo – Oasis Day Festival, Art Outside Campout, Luna Nativa Solo Show, Zilker Brewery Make Art Matter, the East Austin Studio Tour and ART Club Block Party.

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Notable collaborations include a Von Dutch partnership, the PLAY West 6th Austin mural, Brooklyn Mirage, and a Rolling Stone SXSW mural and live painting.

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Matthew Trujillo has also created numerous large-scale murals across Austin, Texas, and New York City, bringing his vibrant pop-art style into public spaces and cultural venues, transforming walls into dynamic canvases that merge street energy with contemporary design