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Stephen Huneck's Memorial

Dear Friends

What a Wonderful Day! Stephen’s Remembrance Celebration was truly remarkable. For those who couldn’t make it to the event you can view more photos on our facebook page.

NPR(National Public Radio) “Here and Now” was there to record the event. You can hear it today on NPR or got online to “ Here and Now”.

Please share your photos, videos or remembrances on our facebook page. We would love to see them. Together lets put Dog Mountain on the map!

Love Gwen

STEPHEN
HUNECK

10/8/1948 - 1/7/2010

We wanted you to know, that we have set the date for Stephen Huneck’s Memorial service. The memorial will be held Sunday, May 30 from 1pm -3pm Memorial Day Weekend. Before and after the service, dogs and people are welcome to walk the trails, enjoy the breathtaking views, swim in the pond, (dogs only please) and visit The Dog Chapel. This may be one of the few Memorials attended by lots of wet and muddy dogs, but that is exactly what Stephen would have wanted..

Dear Stephen

It helps me to know that God's love envelopes you. God's love surrounds us all. Your love envelopes me. The love of everyone who knew you, dogs, people and a few cats send their love.

We all love you.

We all miss you.

We will remember you always.

Your Loving Wife,

Gwen

About the Artist Stephen Huneck

"In the world of struggling artists, Stephen Huneck's success has been meteoric. He is a strong believer in fate, and perhaps that is part of the explanation. There is no doubt that his figures are whimsical, amusing and charming, but they also have the power to evoke an immediate emotional response in anyone who sees them. Therein lies their wide and ever-growing appeal." ~ Roberta Vesley, Library Director, AKC.

Stephen Huneck's home and studio are in St. Johnsbury, Vermont which he shares with his wife, Gwen and his three dogs. Two Black Labs Artie and Sally and Molly a Golden Retriever. Stephen and Gwen have totally furnished their home with Stephen's artwork. He works in his private studio attached to their house. Near their home is Dog Mountain where the Dog Chapel is located. You can often meet Stephen at his primary gallery in Woodstock, VT on Saturdays personalizing books and artwork.

Stephen and his dog's Artimus, Molly and Heidi in front of the Dog Chapel on Dog Mountain, St. Johnsbury, Vermont (above)

Stephen Huneck at work in his Studio with his Dalmatian Dottie (left)

"I am a hand-carver, I love the texture you can only get by hand" seen here in his studio with his Dalmatian, Dottie. Stephen has a collection of tools consisting of over 150 chisels, 30 hand planes and axes. As a hand carver, Stephen finds himself carving almost everyday of the year, taking time off to walk with his dogs.

A self-taught sculptor, Stephen started out as an antique furniture picker. "I learned so much about good design and how to build furniture that lasts forever."

Luckily he was discovered after doing his very first woodcarving, an angel. Stephen then began his life as an artist. In 1994 Stephen suffered from Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome after falling down a flight of stairs which left him in a coma for two months. The doctors were not hopeful but with the help of his wife, Gwen, Stephen had a full recovery. He had to relearn everything from how to walk to how to sign his name. Just before the accident, Stephen was inspired to do a series of woodcut prints based on his dog Sally . After waking up from the coma, Stephen immediately began work on those woodcuts. The first woodcut he carved was "Life Is A Ball" celebrating his new found life.

Stephen's living room featuring his own furniture and art (Above)

The Dog Chapel in St. Johnsbury, Vermont (Left)

After this near death experience, Stephen had a vision to build a Dog Chapel, "A place where people can go and celebrate the spiritual bond they have with their dogs. It is the largest artwork of my life and my most personal."

Stephen has also written 7 books inspired by his black Lab, Sally. The classic My Dog's Brain and a series of books for young (and young at heart) readers Sally Goes to the Beach , Sally Goes to the Mountains , Sally Goes to the Farm , Sally Goes to the Vet , The Dog Chapel , Sally's Snow Adventure and the newly released Sally Get's A Job illustrated with his vibrant woodcut prints. Stephen has carved out a niche in the art world as a sculptor with a playful twist.

"At all Stephen Huneck Galleries dogs are welcome and there are always a good supply of treats on hand, a small gesture to thank dogs for all they give us". -Stephen Huneck

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ARTIST'S RESUME

DOG CHAPEL MISSION STATEMENT

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Stephen Huneck's Kitchen in his St. Johnsbury, Vermont home.