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Meet a Stylish Artist Whose Work you Will Love

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Happy Thursday everyone. Today I am joining my frend Brenda from 1010 Park Place for our monthly Ageless Style Series. I am over the moon excited to be interviewing my good friend, artist Pat Huber. I have been trying to twist her arm (coerce) her for years to do this. While visiting her recently she miraculously agreed. Pat is one of the most stylish women I know. She has completely honed in on what looks great on her, what she feels comfortable in and what reflects her personality and lifestyle. I am so excited for you to meet my darling friend Pat. I can’t think of a person I admire or respect more. Let’s meet a stylish artist whose work you will love.

Ageless Style Interview with artist Pat Huber on Cindy Hattersley Design

Our home is filled with Pat’ s beautiful paintings. Steve and I always laugh about what we would save in a fire…Pat’s paintings. Let’s get to know Pat a little better. You can find all of Pat’s work on her website here

TELL OUR READERS A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR STORY

ARTIST PAT HUBER PLEIN AIR PAINTING

I grew up with 8 brothers and sisters just inland on the central coast of California.  My dad worked in agriculture, my mom was an artist.  I attended the University of Oregon for my BS and MS.  Travels in Europe, one entire summer with two friends, was my first intense exposure to world famous art.  I met my husband in Oregon and Bill’s job moved us to Seattle, then on to California with our two sons, ages 6 and 3 at that time.  Between the move we traveled in Europe for 3 months, with our base in Bergamo, Italy, where our 3-year old met his future wife, 2-year old Ester.  Of course, none of us knew it would turn out that way until about 20 years later when we celebrated their marriage in Italy.  Bill and I have been married for 46 years, have two treasured daughter-in-laws, and 7 amazing grandchildren who bring a lot of laughter into our lives.   

Our move to Lexington, KY came after we retired, to continue our volunteer work with Prison Fellowship, a Biblically-based organization devoted to changing the trajectory of prisoners’ lives in order to benefit society as a whole.  We have been appreciating this pastoral horse country, with its dramatic sky, and aged limestone walls along rolling hills, for four years now.     

Our sons’ careers have taken us around the world, including South America, Asia and Africa. I’ve also traveled to the Middle East with my mom and two sisters, and Bill and I celebrated a wedding anniversary in Australia.   The beauty of this earth and its people are what inspire and thrill me.  Painting eventually became a natural result of that inspiration.  

WHAT DO YOU THINK ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF GOOD DESIGN

Artist Pat Huber in her home in front of her work

I am often told by master painters that simple lines and shapes are the secret to a good painting.  I try to emulate that concept in my home design as well.  It is refreshing to live in open spaces, confining the details to well-styled vignettes.  I love this blog for showing me how to do that.    

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU HAVE FOR PAINTERS WITH NO FORMAL TRAINING THAT ARE JUST STARTING OUT

ARTIST PAT HUBER IN HER STUDIO

Just do it with no fear!  Begin with a sketchbook, soft pencil, gray gum eraser and a child’s watercolor palette.  Whether along a coastline or in your own backyard, begin to draw what you see in simple shapes.  Blur your eyes to force out the details until all the shapes are drawn, as if they were cut-outs.  Work with abandon, just appreciating the shapes of nature.  Add color to the shapes, paying attention to which ones are dark and which ones are light.  Add a few details if you want to.  Put the result, whether you love it or not, on your mantel or a shelf so you notice it often, and you will learn from each one.  They are “Fine Art” which actually means “finished art”.  Plein Air (open air) painting is so popular now, there are thousands of resources online.  Check out well known artist kathleendunphyfineart on Instagram and you will see videos of her in action.  She is tech-savvy and uses it to give a peek into plein air painting.

cindy hattersley dining room with art from Pat Huber and David Austin roses

 

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP FIVE WARDROBE STAPLES

ARTIST PAT HUBER ON HER LEXINGTON KENTUCKY PORCH

When we moved to Lexington, I chose 5 outfits to make it through the fall and winter until our home was ready.  Everything else went into storage.  Life has never been so simple!  Even with that pared-down wardrobe I seemed to always grab:  my softest sweater, my best-fitting jeans, warm and practical boots, a down jacket or vest, and a cute wool hat.  We have seasons here, so I guess I have staple items for cold and warm weather.  In warm weather the staples are a sun dress that isn’t too bare for my age, a skirt, t-shirt with 3/4 length sleeves, light breezy linen pants and sandals.  I dress a little on the boring side, but I am learning how to add a little drama once in a while.  

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE SKINCARE PRODUCTS

I have always struggled with my skin wrinkling, not only from sun damage but I had a complete hysterectomy at age 31 because of a birth defect and went through menopause at that early age.  Hormone therapy had been tied to breast cancer, so I was never started on hormones.  Now, at age 71, I have just accepted the consequences.  I use a retinol product for night, hyaluronic acid/sunscreen products for day and see a dermatologist regularly to check the sun spots.  As a child, we were a boating, water-skiing family and my mom used to chase us around with sunscreen—zinc oxide in those days.  I should have listened!  

DO YOU HAVE ANY VITAMINS AND SUPPLEMENTS THAT YOU

I take vitamins and supplements I learned about in The End of Alzheimers by Dr. Bredesen. Another good book on nutrition is Brain Maker by Dr. Perlmutter. I have avoided prescription drugs up to this point in my life, but I am now town whether to take Fosamax or not. If anyone has insight on this I would love to hear it.

I KNOW EXERCISE IS VERY IMPORTANT TO YOU

ARTIST PAT HUBER AFTER SWIMMING LAPS

I have osteoporosis so I must stay active with swimming and weight lifting and avoid sports where I might fall.  I swim a mile 3 times/week and lift weights the other days.  I concentrate on engaging the large muscles in all my exercise, even when walking, to take advantage of the resistance and build muscle around the bone.  I don’t have trouble with my weight, like I did at younger ages, because we avoid sugar and eat fresh foods. My son and his wife have a large organic garden here which we get to benefit from! 

If you want a motivational read for losing weight, try French Women Don’t Get Fat by Mireille Guiliano.  It’s a fun one!

I take vitamins and supplements I learned about in The End of Alzheimers by Dr. Bredesen.  Another good book for nutrition is Brain Maker by Dr. Perlmutter.  I have avoided prescription drugs up to his point in my life, but I am now torn whether to take Fosamax or not.  If anyone has insight on this, I would love to hear it.    

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU HAVE FOR YOUR YOUNGER SELF

ARTIST PAT HUBER RELAXING IN LEXINGTON

During my early years I wish I would have delved into “the treasure trove of the past” as author Jordan Peterson calls it, and been interested in history, art, and other cultures in order to “think at a higher resolution”: meaning understanding life with clarity and insight at an earlier age, discovering my gifts and beginning the study of art early in life.  I could have developed a stronger sense of moral character at a younger age, a stronger work ethic and a thankfulness for what I was given by good parents and a strong family.  Let’s just say, I took a lot for granted.  As an adult, I finally read classic books I should have read in high school and college, including Solzhenitsyn, Dostoevsky, Orwell, C.S. Lewis, biographies including the wonderful books by David McCullough.  I read the New Testament and Old Testament (in that order, with help from a commentary) of the Bible, which is the foundational document of Western Civilization, and the writings of incredible women like Corrie ten Boom (The Hiding Place) and Elisabeth Elliot (Through Gates of Splendor).  I “grew up” in a way, becoming more thankful— a better way to live.  At age 71, I look forward to a lot of living and learning ahead of me.  

Over 50 Influencer Cindy Hattersley and her artist friend Pat Huber

DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS TO LIVE BY FOR OUR READERS

“The beautiful 23rd Psalm.  I have it committed to memory and recite it in my mind every night before I fall asleep.”

 **EDITORS NOTE Pat has spent her life volunteering to help others. She, like many of us, is devastatd by the destruction of the town of Lahaina. In true “Pat style” she found a meaningful way to support the people of Lahaina through art. This is an “opportunity for readers to acquire art, and support Lahaina relief at the same time:  ‘Artists for Lahaina’ is having an online art auction with more than 200 paintings available for bidding.  All artists are members of professional art associations, many well known and highly valued.  I have donated the framed painting, ‘Ewes’, which can be viewed on the main page of my website”.

The auction will go live online from Sept 15-24.  All proceeds will go to Lahaina relief.  If you would like to register to bid go to http://www.artistsforlahaina.com.  

WHERE TO FIND PAT’S WORK

You can find all of Pat’s available paintings here on her website Pat does accept commissions as well. We have our eye on the oversized hay bale painting. You can find Pat’s artwork all over our home. If you type in Pat Huber in the search box many examples will pop up.

pat huber's art in cindy hattersley's primary bedroom
painting of African Woman
cindy hattersley design coffee table with breadboard and art

Thank you Pat so much for allowing us a peek into your creative world (love you for doing this). I hope you all enjoyed reading Meet a Stylish Artist Whose Work you Will Love. You can find all of my past Ageless Style interviews here. Now let’s pop over and visit Brenda from 1010 Park Place to see who she is interviewing this month. I can’t wait!!

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  1. Susan says

    Thank you for featuring such a lovely soul. I too recite The 23rd Psalm followed by the Now I lay me down to sleep … prayer and feel that wave of peace which passes all understanding wash over me!

  2. Deborah says

    Thank you for this inspiring interview. A women who lives with passion and works with God….in all she does…I was inspired.

  3. Debra says

    Happy Labor Day
    love to read your blog and admire your style.
    I would like to comment about Fosamax for osteoporosis. I am currently taking Fosamax
    As an alternative to getting an infusion of Prolia. The Fosamax agrees with me and I have
    Had no side affects from it. In November I will have another bone density test to see how the Fosamax is working after taking the drug for a year. My doctor was insisting I get an infusion of Prolia- after reading the side affects of that drug I insisted that I try Fosamax first. I also do weight bearing exercises. I am hoping in November my bone density test will be much improved , however I am sure my doctor will continue to promote Prolia which I have learn ed actually causes bones to break . I too am
    Learning and taking the path of least resistance.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Debra

      Thank you for sharing. It is such a difficult issue! My sister had terrible luck with fossamax but it was years ago. I continue to take algae-cal and hope for the best!

  4. Barb L says

    Great interview with Pat. What an amazing person with such talent! I have seen her beautiful work highlighted in your home, and have visited her website. Beautiful style, and how inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

  5. Martha Iliff says

    Thank you for this article. I hope it’s ok to take this opportunity to expand a bit (and embarrass Pat). I was blessed to call her my sister. She has always set the example of an excellent woman and is a natural teacher. Ever stylish, she was into fashion in her teens. She also helped me tremendously with homeschooling my children as well as decorating through the years. She’s very bright and well-read, and she’s multi-dimensional…I loved pondering spiritual things with her and Bill in my twenties and I still do in my sixties. And she and Bill are fun to be around. They have raised two dear, outstanding young men who are also dedicated to faith and service…one a retired Marine officer and one a former missionary.
    About those sweets…she Loves gelato! Hey, it has calcium!

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Martha

      Of course it is!! Thank you for speaking so beautifully of your sister. Pat is also a part of a wonderful family. . Many including Martha, I have been forturnate to get to know!

  6. Judi Knapp says

    Beautiful interview. I have one of Pat’s paintings on my wall in Vancouver Canada. Rainfall with grey clouds, very moody and right up my alley. I feel so lucky to have found this talented artist through your blog years ago.
    She sounds like an absolutely delightful woman and I have already registered for the Lahaina art project as we love to vacation on Maui.
    Many thanks for this interview!

    • Pat Huber says

      Hi Judy : I’m so glad you registered. There are over 1,000 donated paintings now! So nice to hear from you.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Judi

      I am so happy to hear that! Pat is a dear friend, and I am so glad you all enjoyed her. I knew you would.

  7. Mary Ann Pickett says

    I LOVE PAT!!! She and Bill are so good through and through (teaching bible study to prison inmates!!!). I feel so lucky to enjoy her painting of Big Sur every day.
    Pat has such an elegant style and beautiful figure (but no sweets?). Anyway, what a wonderful post.
    Pat really does have an Ageless Style.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Mary Ann

      You have had the luxury of getting to know Pat. I know you love her too!!

    • Pat Huber says

      Thanks Mary Ann. Okay, okay — there is the dark chocolate and gelato. And the dark chocolate in Kentucky has bourbon in it, which is an amazing combination.

  8. Mary says

    Pat Huber is beautiful and so, so talented! We share many similarities – except for the talent part. We’re the same age, same coloring and skin issues, and both U of O alumni. I also have Osteoporosis and exercise in the pool and with weights. I took Actonel after a broken hip and subsequent hip replacement 25 years ago and discontinued it when It caused GI discomfort. A recent very painful stress fracture of the pelvis followed by a frank discussion with my doctor of 25 years convinced me the benefits outweigh the risks. So, I’ve been back on it for about six months now. I chose to trust his opinion over the many opinions and information available online. Bisphosphonates’ negative reputation seems to be the result of patients staying on them for prolonged periods. Hence, the new guidelines limit the time to stay on them. Best of luck with your decision, Pat! It is up to each one of us to make our own, with the guidance of a trusted medical provider.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Mary

      Thank you for your insight. I think that is what happened to my sister. Years ago they just prescribed it and left people on it for an indeterminate amount of time.

      • Mary says

        Yes, a friend of mine was on them for ten years and developed issues with her jawbone. I guess there is no magic pill!

  9. 1010parkplace says

    Pat is lovely and has the lean the figure of a swimmer. I enjoyed meeting her here and getting to see some of her artwork. I’ll be checking those links to see what she currently has available. Thank you, Cindy, for suggesting I team up with you to do Ageless Style because it’s brought so many interesting women onto my radar that I wouldn’t have known about. xoxox, Brenda

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Brenda

      I agree wholeheartedly. You are the writer that I am not. I think we make a good team. It is fascinating to see who we both feature every month. I so enjoy this series.

  11. Marilyn says

    Cindy, Pat is a treasure and I loved your interview with her! We also have many of her paintings in our home, most loved are those of our dogs. So nice to get an update on her life now.
    I have osteoporosis too. When they first told me about it three years ago, the doctor told me it was like an 80+ year old and I was only 67 at the time! I was prescribed evenity, and took shots every month for a year. It restored my bones and now I’m in a normal range. I see my doctor every 6 months, have an annual bone density test, and have the reclast infusion every year. I have only positive comments on my treatment, no side effects or broken bones.
    Pat, you look and sound great! Thanks for doing this interview with Cindy. You and Cindy are two of my most favorite people!

    • Pat Huber says

      Thank you Marilyn. Your own experience with osteoporosis is so helpful. It is so great to hear from you.

  12. Katherine says

    Hi Cindy,
    Pat is s beautiful person, and is incredibly talented. I can see why you were drawn to her art. A gifted artist. How wonderful what Pat and other artists are doing to aid the people of Lahaina. How soon we tend to forget about the suffering the people of Lahaina and Maui are facing. Sometimes it’s human nature to move onto the next thing.
    I too and my deceased mama have always found Psalm 23 to be beautiful.
    Both of you are a treasure to one another.
    Cindy and Pat thank you for this excellent interview.

    • Pat Huber says

      Thank you Katherine. I love that you and your mom shared a love for Psalm 23. There is a little book entitled ‘A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23’ by W. Phillip Keller. I think you will love it like I did.

  13. sharon says

    Hi Cindy, what a great post on Pat! As you, we have several of Pat’s paintings in our home and love them. I first saw Pat’s art at a Christmas tour for a local charity that you participated in as an interior designer. That was years ago and I am still collecting her art! She is so talented and such a lovely person. I also loved seeing her personal style that is simple and fashion forward at the same time.

  14. Cara (S. Fla) says

    I found this in a subscription I have to a wholistic doctor’s writings.
    Bisphosphonate Drugs Make Your Bones More Prone to Fractures

    Evidence for this was presented in a 2017 study,14
    15
    which used a particle accelerator to generate exceptionally detailed images of the internal structure of bone samples from 10 hip fracture patients treated with bisphosphonates (BP), 14 samples from naïve fractures (bone fractures in patients that were not treated with the drugs), and six non-fractured controls. Results showed:

    “BP bone was 28% lower in strength than untreated hip fracture bone, and 48% lower in strength than non-fractured control bone … BP-treated bone had 24% more microcracks than naïve fractured bone and 51% more than non-fractured control …

    BP therapy had no detectable mechanical benefit in the specimens examined. Instead, its use was associated with substantially reduced bone strength.

    This low strength may be due to the greater accumulation of microcracks and a lack of any discernible improvement in bone volume or microarchitecture. This preliminary study suggests that the clinical impact of BP-induced microcrack accumulation may be significant.”

    Another paper16
    published that same year in Scientific Reports suggested that “bisphosphonates may oversuppress remodeling resulting in accumulation of microcracks.” The authors further explained:17

    “Bisphosphonate-treated bone from fracture patients had the highest density and volume of microcracks compared to bone from the untreated fracture patients and healthy ageing individuals. Correspondingly, bisphosphonate-treated samples also had reduced ultimate tensile strength … compared to the control groups.

    Our results, therefore, suggest that the reduced bone strength in the bisphosphonate group is due to the accumulation of microcracks. In this subgroup of bisphosphonate-treated patients that suffered a fracture, the accumulation of microcracks following treatment with bisphosphonates may have compromised the trabecular microstructure. As a result, there may have been weakening of the bone and consequently, an increased risk of fracture.

    Bisphosphonate-treated bone also demonstrated a lower density and volume of perforations compared to osteoporotic bone, which may be reflective of the protective effects of bisphosphonates in limiting the development of perforations through osteoclastic inhibition. However, it is the oversuppression of remodelling that has detrimental effects, as this predisposes to microcrack accumulation and propagation.”

    • Pat Huber says

      Thank you, Cara, for taking the time to post that information. It is so helpful to me and probably many others.

  15. Fran says

    Thank you for introducing us to such a lovely and talented lady!.
    It’s important to have your parathyroid levels checked. My glands weren’t working properly and caused severe osteoporosis.

    • Pat Huber says

      Thank you for sharing that experience Fran. It’s amazing how one small thing can affect other parts of the body.

  16. Virginia Martin says

    What a wonderful and inspirational story. I have been blessed with good health until reaching 80 and just now had to start prescription drugs. I am embracing my age. It’s just a number!!
    I would love to know the brand of the black pants that you are wearing. Your style is classic. Love it.

    • Pat Huber says

      Hi Virginia: They were from Anthropologie, but a number of years ago. The brand of the label said “elevenses”. They have served me well that I don’t want them to ever wear out!

    • Pat Huber says

      P.S. I am so impressed you made it to 80 without prescription drugs. You are blessed with a healthy body!

  17. Kristen Rettig says

    Both my daughter and I had osteopenia. She did the research for us and decided Algae Cal was the best supplement. I also take their Strontium Boost supplement and a vitamin D daily. Within one year we both had significant bone growth and neither has osteopenia. I don’t mean for this to be an ad but just wanted you to know what worked for us.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Kristin

      I totally agree. Do not take fossamax. I take Algae Cal and have for years!!

    • Pat Huber says

      I never heard of Algae Cal until I read your post. Thank you so much for sharing as it seems to have helped many women. Thank you for sharing what worked.

  19. Patricia Demling says

    Thank you Cindy for highlighting my sister in law Pat! She is truly a special person inside and out!
    Pat is always so insightful and I really appreciate her! Her life with my brother has always been God-
    centered which comes across in your interview with her.

  20. Gayle Olson says

    I loved this interview so much. Inspiring words, I have read almost everything she talks about. Look forward to learning more from Pat, and you, Cindy!

  21. Ellen says

    Osteoporosis can be corrected…without these bisohphonates. Vitamin D, at least 5000iu daily, K2 delivers vit D to the bones, and magnesium for the bones.

    • Pat Huber says

      That is so helpful Ellen. I appreciate you sharing those supplements and the amount of Vitamin D.

  22. Cara Prieskorn says

    Do not take Fosomax. There are newer and more efficacious drugs for osteoporosis. You asked.

  23. La Contessa says

    Did the Fossomax for a year against advice from friends!Then did the Reclast drip in the chemo ward which lasts a year!
    No broken bones yet but I’m only 63.
    The osteoporosis started in my fifties.
    I guess I will have the bone density test done again and see where I’m at I believe they do that every TWO YEARS NOW.
    Kentucky looks so beautiful!My mother was born there but grew up in Indiana.
    Great questions and INTERESTING ANSWERS!That French book was a good one!I remember the stairs verses the elevators we Americans tend to do!
    Leave it to the Europeans to do the right things!

    • Pat Huber says

      La Contessa- Thank you for sharing. I too am waiting with curiosity for the next bone density test. Glad to hear you also enjoyed the fun little ‘French women…’ book.

  25. Linda R says

    I so can relate to Pat. I am not the best at memorizing however a long time ago I committed to memorizing the 23rd psalm. One of the best things I ever did. When my father was in his last stages of life I would hold his hand and recite it to him often. I too, like Pat, pray it every night before I go to to bed. It is beautiful. Thanks for sharing this. It made my day to have that connection.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Linda

      I am so glad you enjoyed the interview, and I am so grateful to my friend Pat for agreeing. It is a little out of her comfort zone.

    • Pat Huber says

      Hi Linda – Your story about your father in the last stages of life is very touching to me. I also ‘walked’ with my father through his last stages of life. He had Alzheimers but became perfectly lucid just before his death. It made my day, as well, to hear from you.

  26. Edie says

    Fosamax is really hard on your digestive system. The Prolia shot every six months has taken my osteoporosis back to osteopenia which is a great improvement. I would highly recommend the Prolia shot.

  27. Carolina says

    Like other commentors I found your lovely friend Pat to be inspirational in many ways. She is a treasure.

  28. TKJames says

    Thank you so much for the candor about osteoporosis. Dealing with a recent diagnosis at 55, and trying to navigate through how to maintain my active lifestyle. Very inspirational. Thank you!! 😉

  29. Karen B. says

    Cindy,
    What a lovely and inspirational person your friend is. I’ve signed up for her blog and to see her art. Thank you!
    Karen B.

    • Pat Huber says

      Hi Karen – Thank you for signing up to see new art. I don’t send out many newsletters but I try to keep the paintings coming.

  30. Renae Frey says

    Such a fun post. What a lovely lady. You are so blessed to have such a wonderful friend. Hugs and blessings to you.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Renae

      Pat and Bill are the friends that one feels honored to know. They are two of the most kind and caring individuals I know. We are lucky that they put up with us!! Oh and did I mention that they have a darling family as well. We just had their son and daughter-in-law, three kids, and their Italian friend for three days and we enjoyed every minute of it.

  31. patti nisenholz says

    I could NOT take fosamax… the pill never went down. Opted for a 6 month infusion instead. Neither of which I am thrilled have to do. But the infusion was the lesser of two evils!!
    ~patti

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Patti

      I would not either. My sister took it in the early days and had multiple small fractures that they found was caused by fossamax. I take Algae Cal as someone else mentioned.

  32. Gloria Hawkins says

    This was inspirational. Thank you for sharing your friend and her wonderful recommendations for building moral character. Her style is tranquil …but probably because of her beautiful soul it reflects.

    • Cindy Hattersley says

      Hi Kathy

      Pat has wonderful style and she practices everything that she preaches (she doesn’t really preach). Some people go to church on Sunday and feel that is enough. Pat and Bill care deeply about the world around them and do everything they can to help others.

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