Building the Art You See Everywhere in Dallas - Shane Kiel

In this episode of Find Your Brightside, we sit down with Shane Kiel, the creative force behind Decotron Art Shop in Dallas, Texas - a custom fabrication studio redefining the line between art, architecture, and innovation.From building signs as a teenager to crafting large-scale sculptures, architectural elements, and immersive lighting installations, Shane’s journey is anything but traditional. His work has reached national stages - including Sundance and major brand collaborations - all while staying rooted in hands-on craftsmanship and a relentless drive to create.We get into how Decotron evolved from a small operation into a full-scale fabrication team, the mindset behind turning ideas into reality, and why Dallas has become a launchpad for creative growth. Shane also shares how music, vintage culture, and retro futurism influence his work - and how a single moment with no electricity in his shop turned into a breakthrough opportunity.If you’ve ever walked past a piece of public art and wondered who made it - this conversation pulls back the curtain on the people and process behind it.Filmed in Dallas at the historic Longhorn Ballroom, this episode is about creativity, persistence, and building something that lasts.🎙️ The Brightside is produced by NHuS³ Media.Subscribe and stick around - we’re just getting started.New episodes of Find Your Brightside drop weekly.