Thanks for joining me here to discover amazing current artists who focus on creating Sacred Art.
This week I'm interviewing Adalee Hude. Years ago I had the pleasure of meeting her at a Catholic women's retreat in Bend, OR. I was so inspired and impressed by the beautiful art she displayed at her booth! I have enjoyed following her creative journey over the years and continue to be inspired by the beauty she puts forth into the world. I hope if you don't know of her work that you'll soon be as much of an admirer as I am. Most of all I pray you are blessed and encouraged in your faith by her talent.
On to the interview!
What is your name and where are you from?
Adalee Hude, Clark County, WA
How did you end up creating sacred art? Did you start out with a desire to do that or were you eventually lead in that direction?
I had been doing secular art, namely ceramic horse sculpture, professionally for 15 years. It was and intricate art that I enjoyed for a long time, but my interest in it waned over the last few years. I felt called to do art for a higher purpose, and after entering a sacred art contest in 2015, I was hooked. I discussed switching entirely to sacred art with my husband, and he agreed that I should. So in 2016 I started to paint Jesus, the saints, and symbols, and I have not stopped since.
What medium/s do you work with?
I started out using acrylic and gouache (opaque watercolor), but switched primarily to watercolor and digital art, a couple of years ago. I would love to do some sacred art sculpture, someday.
Do you have a favorite or patron saint? Who inspires your work?
Gosh, I’m blessed to have many saint friends! St. Catherine of Bologna, the patron saint of artists is my confirmation saint. Our Lady, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Benedict, St. Therese, and many others, remain close to me as I work.
Do you have a favorite historical artist or period?
My favorite artist is Alphonse Mucha, the father of the Art Nouveau period (turn of the last century). I’m smitten with art from that era, from poster art to Arts & Crafts. I’m also a huge fan of medieval art, and have studied it a little.
It's kind of silly to ask an artist what their favorite color is, but are there colors you are more drawn to?
Yes- bright colors! I never realized how much I loved bright colors until I changed my studio name along with my surname after getting married. I went from Velasquez Artistry to Brightly Hude Studio, and embraced all things bright. I particularly like shades of green, sunny yellow, and blues.
Do you have a website? Can my readers find you on any other social media platform?
My website is brightlyhude.com or brightandholy.com There is a Catholic Children’s book blog on my website (Bright and Holy Kids), and I am on Pinterest (brightlyhude).
*If you would like to shop for some beautiful sacred art from Adalee she has so kindly given a 10% discount code just for you! Use the code BRIGHT10 at check out.
Do you take commissions?
I do not take commissions right now; my plate is too full!
Is there a work of art you have created that is your favorite?
Hmm… I think my favorite work so far is my Divine Mercy painting that I did years ago. I would like to re-paint it someday!
Is there anything specific I haven't asked that you would like to share about your process or what inspires your work?
The Holy Spirit definitely inspires my work! I am so grateful for His guidance. He has led me to do illustrations for Catholic children’s books, and I’m loving it!
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