About Matt Arnold
Lived 1976 – 2026 (aged 50). Matt Arnold was a New Zealand designer.
Matthew Thomas de Lauret Arnold (6 January 1976 – 10 April 2026) was a New Zealand graphic designer and blogger.
Early life and family Arnold was born on 6 January 1976 and grew up in Sydney, Australia. He met his wife, Kate, a veterinarian from New Zealand, while living in Melbourne. The studio won awards for their work, including for the design of the Christchurch Art Gallery website in 2010. In 2020 he published the book I never met a straight line I didn't like about the Christchurch Style with co-author Mary Gaudin.
Death Arnold was hit and killed by a car at Lower Moutere while cycling in the Tasman District on 10 April 2026; he was 50 years old. A number of notable designers and institutions expressed their condolences,
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Matt Arnold?
New Zealand designer (1976–2026)
When was Matt Arnold born?
Matt Arnold was born on 6 January 1976.
When did Matt Arnold die?
Matt Arnold died on 10 April 2026 in Lower Moutere.
What was Matt Arnold's occupation?
Matt Arnold was a designer.
What nationality was Matt Arnold?
Matt Arnold was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Matt Arnold (designer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Matt Arnold. https://biography.guide/matt-arnold/
MLA: "Matt Arnold." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/matt-arnold/.
Chicago: "Matt Arnold." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/matt-arnold/.
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