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About the Artist
Hubert E. Quade was born and raised in Waupaca, Wisconsin. He is an accomplished, self-taught artist. He studied lost wax casting of bronze at the University of Wisconsin. He also worked at several fine art foundries. This foundry experience taught him what the limits are when designing a sculpture to be cast in bronze. It is important for a sculpture artist to understand not just sculpting, but the rest of the process to get to the final bronze.
Anatomically correct is what Hubert strives for when creating a sculpture. He researches what is under the skin of an animal before he begins the actual sculpting. It is important for him to know what the skeleton of an animal is so that the armature of the sculpture can be put together properly. The armature is the skeleton of the sculpture, and it usually is very similar to the skeleton of the subject ot be sculpted.
How the muscles attach to the bones of the animal is also researched. Showing that an animal has muscles under its skin is one of the things that brings life to the piece.
Hubert's research does not stop there. He spends time in the field observing how his subjects interact with each other and the other species they share their environment with. This is where he learns about expressions on their faces and how their bodies move. this gives the sculpture a spirit or an attitude.
Many times Hubert spends more time researching than the actual sculpting or painting. He strongly feels that one must do his homework first when trying to depict nature. Once the homework is completed, then Hubert begins the sculpting or painting.
Aside from sculpting, Hubert also paints in watercolor and oils. His favorite subject matters are landscapes and wildlife. His style varies from impressionistic to highly detailed work. Hubert's goal is to create a piece he is proud of. Then he as a clear conscience that those who collect his work have a piece that has been given his best.
Early in Hubert's career, he was invited by Owen Gromme to show his bronze sculptures in Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. Hubert's work has also gained the attention of and is in the collections of such people as the Rockefeller's and the DuPont's.
Several books on falconry feature Hubert's work. He is currently writing a book on falconry that will also contain some of his work.
Hubert has been a contributor to Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, and other organizations dedicated to preserving habitat for future generations to enjoy wildlife.
Hubert lives in southeast Idaho with his wife,
Margaret, and his two children, Sarah and Cameron.