John Sabraw
Professor & Artist | Sustainability & Environmental Activism
About
John Sabraw is a Professor of Art at Ohio University and an internationally recognized painter and sculptor. His artwork explores the intersection of art, science, and the environment, often using pigments derived from polluted waterways.
Sabraw co-founded the Willow Springs Center for the Arts to promote eco-conscious creative practices. His TED talk on the power of art to drive environmental change has been viewed over 1 million times, inspiring audiences to rethink how they engage with the natural world.
Talks1
How I make paint from poison
Artist and professor John Sabraw is turning industrial acid runoff into striking pigments and paints. In his talk, Sabraw shares how he's inspired by southern Ohio's rivers and streams to turn environmental catastrophe into works of beauty.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TEDxWarwick 2017 | 2017 | 🇬🇧Warwick, United Kingdom |
At a Glance
Industries
Get in Touch
Save for Later
Is this you?
Claim this profile to edit your bio, add talks, and get verified.
Know a talk we're missing?
Similar Speakers
Related by topic and shared stages
Explore related directories
Conferences, directories, and industries connected to John Sabraw

