San Diego City Wire

San Diego County News Center reported that James Hubbell, an iconic local sculptor and artist known for his distinctive style, passed away last Friday at the age of 92. Hubbell's work is prominently featured in various public spaces across San Diego, including several county libraries.

Hubbell’s artistic contributions extend beyond mere aesthetics, emphasizing community involvement, volunteerism, and education. His extensive portfolio includes mosaics, wrought iron railings and gates, stained glass installations, and sculptures. These works are present in numerous San Diego homes, churches, and public areas such as the Alpine, Del Mar, Fallbrook, Julian, and Ramona library branches.

"Art and beauty can bridge prejudices, build lasting friendships, change people’s visions of who they are and what is possible in life, and, in fact, change our myths," said James Hubbell.

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The following are notable pieces by Hubbell displayed at various county libraries:

- **Alpine Library**: A stained glass art piece donated by the Alpine Library Friends Association and the late Virginia “Jinny” Lambert.

- **Del Mar Library**: "A River of Time," donated in 2022 by Del Mar Foundations and Friends of the Del Mar Library.

- **Fallbrook Library**: Poet’s Patio and Mosaic Entry contributed by Friends of the Fallbrook Library.

- **Julian Library**: An interior gate made of iron, bronze, and stained glass donated in 2012 by Friends of the Julian Library.

- **Ramona Library**: Laurel Passage donated in 2014 by Friends of the Ramona Library.