Portrait Of Santa (1961)

Features Ralph Hulet painting a portrait of Santa Claus while sharing the history of Santa and his origins. He discusses the transformation of St. Nicholas, a kind bishop known for his generosity, into the modern Santa Claus. The tradition of gift-giving at Christmas is traced back to St. Nicholas’s acts of kindness. The video also highlights how different cultures celebrate Santa, including Father Christmas in England and Père Noël in France. Ralph emphasizes the importance of simplicity in art and explains the significance of Santa’s red and white colors. As he paints, he captures Santa’s joyful spirit and concludes by celebrating the festive season.

This film was made as a promotional film for Hulet’s line of Christmas greeting cards.

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