Hede Bühl facts for kids

Hede Bühl is a famous German artist known for making sculptures. She was born on June 8, 1940, near Haan, a town close to Düsseldorf, Germany. She still lives and works in Düsseldorf today, creating amazing artworks.

Large Standing Figure, 1971, Nordhorn

Meet Hede Bühl, the Sculptor

Hede Bühl is a talented German sculptor. A sculptor is an artist who creates three-dimensional artworks. These artworks can be made from many materials. Hede Bühl is known for her unique sculptures.

Learning to Create Art

Hede Bühl learned her skills from some very important artists. She studied with a famous artist named Joseph Beuys. He was a well-known teacher and artist. She also worked in the studio of Ewald Mataré. These experiences helped her become the artist she is today.

Awards and Recognition

Hede Bühl's artwork has been recognized with many special awards. These awards show how important and respected her art is. Some of the awards she has received include:

• The Villa Romana prize in 1973.
• The Villa Massimo fellowship in 1979.
• The Käthe Kollwitz Prize from the Academy of Arts, Berlin in 2007.

These prizes celebrate her amazing talent and contributions to the art world.