We were lucky to catch up with Sean Yarbrough recently and have shared our conversation below.
Sean, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Naming anything – including a business – is so hard. Right? What’s the story behind how you came up with the name of your brand?
I am enthralled with sacred geometry, and when my Dad and I started sculpting steel together it seemed appropriate that we respect our creations as a sacred process. Steelwork dates back centuries and I believe its one of those primal art-forms that still burns embers In our souls and sparks our creative fire from the divine forge.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I studied sculpture and painting in college, and am now a 3rd generation metal worker creating outdoor kinetic and stationary sculptures inspired by nature, geometry, time and spirit. Creativity for me is a divine and spiritual process. Being creative is a way of life and I try to apply it in my relationships, and my other day jobs (coaching). I have been evolving a body of paintings and sculptures that depict the human experience since childhood and in the last decade created painting and home decor businesses with my wife, and an outdoor sculpture business with my Dad. Ive always seen collaborations as one of the greatest ways to become a better artist and human, so doing it with those close to me is a blessing but of course has hardships. I feel obligated to continue my creative explorations even if they aren’t always fruitful.
How about pivoting – can you share the story of a time you’ve had to pivot?
Painting is still a great passion, but being that there are many amazing painters our there, I felt compelled to utilize tools and knowledge from my father, to diversify my medium and start sculpting with steel on a larger scale. My aim is to get a city or private funded sculpture commission every year, which seems much more lucrative, attainable and sustainable then anything in my painting career.
We’d love to hear about how you met your business partner.
My Dad and I have been long time collaborators, and making outdoor sculptures seemed like a natural progression. I always have looked up to him as an artist and business owner. His professional outdoor sport’s photography career is impressive to say the least but he like myself was a jack of all trades and master of many mediums. He will forever be remembered through our sculptures.
Contact Info:
- Website: Sacredsteelwork.com
- Instagram: Sacredsteelwork
- Facebook: Sean Yarbrough art
Image Credits
Sean Yarbrough