HUDON, Normand

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About the artist


Normand Hudon is an emblematic figure in Quebec art, recognized as both a painter and a caricaturist. His work stands out for its satirical humor, tenderness, and ability to acutely depict the society of his time.

Biography and Training: Born in Montreal on June 5, 1929, Normand Hudon showed an early talent for drawing. He continued his studies at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts de Montréal. His journey then led him to Paris in 1949, where he honed his art at the Académie Montmartre, having the chance to meet giants like Pablo Picasso and Fernand Léger, experiences that undoubtedly influenced his artistic vision. He passed away in Montreal on January 8, 1997.

Career and Artistic Style: Normand Hudon had a prolific and diverse career:

  • Renowned Caricaturist: He first became famous as a political caricaturist, collaborating with major newspapers such as Le Devoir (from 1958 to 1961) and La Presse (from 1961 to 1965). His irreverent humor and brilliant wit left their mark on the Quebec media scene. His caricatures were sharp yet tender commentaries on public, political, and ecclesiastical life, as well as the customs of his era.
  • Figurative Painter: Alongside his career as a caricaturist, Hudon developed a significant pictorial body of work. His paintings are often figurative, characterized by a certain stylistic naivety and a mischievous, childlike gaiety. He depicted scenes of everyday life, popular Montreal neighborhoods, picturesque villages, crooked houses and shops, and alleyway scenes.
  • Preferred Themes: His favorite subjects included religious figures (priests, nuns), legal professionals (judges, lawyers, notaries), mischievous children, and typical scenes of old Quebec. He managed to illustrate the Quebec of his time in a comical and whimsical way, but always with great humanity and a certain tenderness.
  • Technique: He used various techniques, including oil on canvas, mixed media on hardboard (Isorel), and lithography for his reproductions. His works are recognizable by their clear lines and expressiveness.

Legacy: Normand Hudon’s work is considered an important part of Quebec’s cultural heritage. He was a perceptive observer of his time, and his creations continue to captivate with their humor, tenderness, and insight. His paintings are highly sought after and are featured in numerous public and private collections. Retrospective exhibitions are regularly dedicated to him, recalling his major role in Quebec art of the 20th century.