Let’s get to know the artist:
David Hugg
1. Where are you from?
Cedar Lake, IN., but my heart belongs to Strawberry.
2. How did you begin your art journey?
I knew from a very young age that I wanted to be an artist. As a child, we had a set of child craft books. I completely wore out the volume on art. In my teens, I began to really study art history via the public library. I would just stare at art and think to myself, “I think I can do this”. Later, I began working in the restaurant business as a waiter, but also decorating the restaurant walls with my early “paintings”. That is where my art started to attract outside attention.
3. What inspires you?
I get inspiration from the entire history of mankind, all periods, all styles.
4. Does your piece always end up looking like the idea that inspired you?
No, not always. The idea for the picture may not change, but the colors and details of the composition can sometimes change. There are times that I completely go back and rework. Picture. At times, if I stand back and look at a work, it can look too stark, and I want to make it kinder.
5. Do you have a favorite music/artist/genre while working on a piece?
I don’t generally listen to music while I’m working, but I am a child of the glam rock era, early 70’s. So, if I do, it’s usually that genre… Think T-Rex, Bowie, Queen.
6. Most artists are creative in many ways, what is your favorite?
I grew up in a family heavily into gardening, something I grew to love. So after many years in restaurants, I took up gardening as my main source of income. I also have a passion for antique and second-hand shops. Or maybe it’s an obsession!! I love to collect… everything!! And I can cook.
7. Do you have a favorite piece of your work and why?
I do have a favorite piece of my work. It was done after the consumption of copious amounts of red wine. The next morning, I looked at it and everything… color, composition, etc. was perfect.
8. Does your art help with other areas of your life?
Finances… sometimes!! Realistically, I have developed some of my very closest friendships, not to mention business relationships through dealings with my art. I love you all!! Thanks.
9. How do you define success as an artist?
Finding that little kid that tore apart that childcraft book. Achieving that childhood vision. That would be success.
10. How can people who are interested in your work contact you?
