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Quest for Beauty is a film documentary on the life and prolific art career of William Schickel who was a prominent 20th century Catholic artist. Schickel had a very prolific art career spanning sixty-plus years; he produced a large body of mostly commissioned work in painting, sculpture, stained glass, and architectural design. He is most well-known for his renovation of the Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky, where he worked personally with Thomas Merton. His works can be found in numerous private collections and museums, including the Vatican Museum. The film explores his Quest for Beauty and the challenges he faced, and his vision for the Church and his heart for unity in the Body of Christ.

Key Information

Director David Whitaker
Writers Virginia Hutton
Studio Creo Arts
Language EN

Cast & Crew

William Schickel

Himself (archive)

Virginia Hutton

Herself

Joe Schickel

Himself

Winfield Bevins

Himself

Frequently Asked Questions

Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel was released on February 13, 2025.

The runtime of Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel is 43m.

Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel is a Documentary movie.

Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel was directed by David Whitaker.

The main cast of Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel includes William Schickel, Virginia Hutton, Joe Schickel.

Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel is originally in English.