Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
A Glass Artist’s Love, Lust, and Fury For Glass | Feat. Sibelley
Matt Robertson chats with glass artist, Sibelley Yukesk, about her stories of extensive travels, personal growth, and deep connection to glass.
Sibelley opens up about adjusting to the mountain climate, embracing the local glass community, and the challenges and satisfactions of working with the medium. They also explores the mystical and adventurous aspects of life in Colorado, from ghost towns to natural hot springs. Sibelley's plans for upcoming classes and exhibitions are also discussed, providing an engaging look into the life and creative journey of a passionate glass artist.
Also in this episode:
- Sibelley has successfully transitioned from living in Los Angeles to living in Colorado, and she is enjoying the change of scenery and the outdoor activities available.
- Sibelley has been very active and traveled extensively over the past year, teaching classes, attending conferences, and collaborating with other artists around the world.
- She values maintaining a healthy lifestyle through exercise and fitness, and she emphasizes the importance of this for glass artists.
- She had some challenges with social anxiety and confidence when she was younger, but she has worked on overcoming those issues and becoming more outgoing and authentic.
- Sibelley is fascinated by the paranormal and has had some unexplained experiences, such as witnessing strange lights and orbs that she believes could be related to UFOs or other unexplained phenomena.
- Plans for some upcoming classes and collaborations, including a community-focused class at Pilchuck and a return to Barcelona.
- Cooking and experimenting with different recipes, particularly when it comes to making delicious sauces and marinades.
- Sibelley values the glass community and the sense of camaraderie and support it provides, and she hopes to foster more of that in the Colorado area.
- Exploring the unique history and folklore of Colorado, such as the state's many ghost towns and reports of a "man-eating goat" in the 1800s.
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Matt Robertson is a visionary artist who has made a significant mark in the glass art world with his unique matte-finished caricature sculptures, each reflecting pivotal moments from his life. His playful spirit shines through in his whimsical glass animal sculptures, often depicted in humorous scenarios that embody his vibrant personality. Inspired by creatures like giraffes, Robertson is captivated by the challenges of working with glass, a delicate medium that demands intense focus and energy, which he channels into his art. Each piece captures a dynamic energy, freezing it in time and offering a glimpse into his imaginative universe. After discovering his passion for glassblowing at Sheridan College in Ontario, he honed his craft in Eugene, Oregon, before returning to Canada to co-founded the Edy Roy Glass Gallery, a pioneering space that merges high art with functional glass pipes. Now based in Evergreen, Colorado, Robertson continues to evolve as a glass artist while hosting "The Robertson Stash" podcast and showcasing his work in galleries worldwide, all while advocating for contemporary glass art and its vibrant possibilities.