Matt DiPietro is a multi-faceted artist and teacher, specializing in fine-art inspired miniatures. He started his professional career as the Lead Studio Painter at Privateer Press before launching his own art studio, Contrast Miniatures. Today, he makes his living by creating miniature art for private collectors and by teaching the next generation of miniature artisans, both regionally (Pacific Northwest) and nationwide. When you hear Matt talk about miniatures, art, sculpture, and painting you feel the love he has for all aspects of our hobby. Matt strives daily to bridge the gap between the worlds of hobby miniatures and fine art through his teachings and artwork. To find out more about Matt, visit his website.