This is the website of a family of creative types
(Bernd has signed his work "Hi" for many years, which led to "Hi-Creative") |
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Bernd & Ilse Hildebrandt
Born in Germany, Bernd and Ilse Hildebrandt served the German YMCA in London for over forty years. During this time they started a traditional German Christmas Market including their diverse range of handicrafts. Although retired to Reading in 2003, they still support the Christmas Market with "Hildebrandt" crafts.
Bernd Hildebrandt's individual style of presenting pressed flowers was first noticed by the Stanley Gibbons "Flora" magazine, which exhibited some pictures at the Chelsea Flower Show in 1979 and published three illustrated articles in subsequent years.
Recently, "Hildebrandt" crafts won prizes in various categories at craft shows.
Bernd and Ilse have two children - Markus and Martina. |
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Martina Hildebrandt
The figure as represented in art has always fascinated me, whether it be a sculpture, a great master, an abstract painting or the body represented in the media. I am influenced by the intricacies of the human form.
Born and trained in London, I worked as a theatre designer for 7 years. During that time I also undertook mural painting and design commissions.
My life then moved in a very different (financially more secure!) but non-artistic direction. A few years ago I decided to go back to "school" and enjoyed exploring techniques and media during lively evening classes in both life drawing and printmaking.
In re-introducing myself to printmaking I expanded my means of expression. There is so much to explore. With new ideas and techniques, I am also able to revisit past references. I work both in oil and acrylic, and am now expanding into various print techniques. Recently, nude commissions have added to my portfolio.
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Markus Hildebrandt
Born in London, I trained as a mechanical engineer and worked in Germany and France for over ten years before returning to Britain. This website is my contribution in bringing the family's creative interests to a wider public. |
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