Today we’d like to introduce you to Sean Madden.
Hi Sean, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I was born into an artist family. My father a painter and sculptor and my mother, a professional oil painter and teacher. Most of my formidable years were spent pursuing music and I really didn’t begin taking my artistic upbringing seriously until 2019. Since then, I have put forth great efforts, creating and getting involved in the local art community. I have works displayed in galleries, businesses and homes around the state and the country. I have also, recently, gotten involved with public art and am in the design phase for a mural commemorating the railroad history of my hometown of Irmo.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The biggest obstacles I’ve faced are ones that I believe confront most artists. Those are time and money. While I do make money through art sales and commission work, it doesn’t grant the security and and consistency of a full-time job. Of course, I have begun taking steps towards teaching, but that is a whole other pursuit that is still in it’s infancy stage.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
My work is, primarily landscape and seascape painting. I enjoy many mediums, but oil is probably my favorite. I also quite enjoy reproducing images of buildings and local landmarks.
What matters most to you?
What matters most to me is doing what I enjoy and not compromising. My first couple of years in this pursuit, I would take on any project that brought me money. This included portrait work and reproduction work. Neither of which I enjoyed. And if you don’t enjoy what you’re doing, chances are you aren’t going to do great work. And if you don’t enjoy it, then it just becomes another job.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: Seanmaddenartist
- Facebook: Sean Madden Arts
