Pavone works across various medias and frequently utilizes refuse and discarded materials in his project areas. The action of his creative process incorporate handmade woodcuts to facilitate color and image transfer. The approach and technique inside Pavone's action collapses drawing, painting, and printmaking into one process.

Pavone is known for his Flag Series. In this series, he showcases the possibility of interpretations of familiar objects. This series is part of a broader ongoing study on symbolism, and the diversity in thought, views and identity of Americans. Pavone uses his depiction of the American Flag across his fundraising work to support philanthropic organizations. He has fundraised in partnership with the UNICEF, American Veterans Center, and Artists in Middleburg. He also contributes the proceeds from the sale of pop-up events to the American Cancer Society, Rotary International and the American Cherry Blossom Foundation.

Frequent themes in the Pavone's work include horticulture, statues and sculpture, flags, food, and iconic shapes. All objects he closely associates with childhood memories. Significant influences on his style are drawn from his early exposure to street art, pop art and counter culture of the 80-90s in New York City. Pavone's work is privately collected. Two of pieces belong to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Interior.

Matt currently lives in the D.C. metropolitan area with his wife where he works for the federal government, and turns to his artwork on nights and weekends.