Film Project

Quest for Beauty: The Life and Art of William Schickel

Quest for Beauty is a film documentary that tells the story of William Schickel’s life and prolific art career for a new generation. Schickel produced a large body of work in painting, sculpture, stained glass, and architectural design. His renovation of the Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky, where he worked personally with Thomas Merton, won the American Institute Architects Gold Medal Award in 1968. 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 ecumenical work. The film will be shown in churches and on campuses across the United States. Each film premier will be followed by a panel discussion and will be accompanied by a travelling exhibition of Schickel’s artwork making it an interactive experience for participants.

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