Matthew Wong - Artist Info

About Matthew Wong

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    "Matthew Wong, Painter on Cusp of Fame, Dies at 35", Online obituary of The New York Times, by Neil Genzlinger, Oct. 21, 2019

    Mr. Wong, who had Tourette’s syndrome and depression, drew wide acclaim for his first solo show in New York just last year.

    Matthew Wong, a promising self-taught painter whose vibrant landscapes, forest scenes and still lifes were just beginning to command attention and critical acclaim, died on Oct. 2 in Edmonton, Alberta. He was 35.

    The New York gallery Karma, which represented him, said the cause was suicide. His mother, Monita (Cheng) Wong, said Mr. Wong was on the autism spectrum, had Tourette’s syndrome and had grappled with depression since chil...

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