African American History Month 2021 III
For my ongoing celebration of African American History month, let’s honor the life and work of Hughie Lee-Smith. He was one of many artists who matured during the Harlem Renaissance (1918– ...
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African American History Month 2021 II
February 4th was artist Nick Cave’s birthday, so let’s celebrate his art for African American History Month. ...
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African American History Month 2021 I
Let’s begin honoring African American History Month this year with the work of vernacular artist David Butler. His art reflects the long tradition of African-Caribbean influence in the art of ma ...
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Art for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
In commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I am recognizing an African American artist who was as committed to equality—especially for African American women—as MLK and expressed it ...
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National Illinois Day
Being an art historian originally from Illinois, you just know that I have to celebrate National Illinois Day with some art. I chose two fascinating artists from Chicago. ...
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Confronting Racism with Art
Unfortunately, African American artists in the 2000s continue to confront similar concerns that their forefathers addressed during the Harlem Renaissance. After nearly 100 years, issues of racism, job ...
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African American History Month 2020 VI
It is certainly true that, in the 21st century, more African American artists than ever before—in a wider range of expression—are participating in the American “art world.” As ...
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African American History Month 2020 V
Contemporary African American artists use diverse techniques, ideas, and the history of African Americans in works of art that speak in new and exciting ways, including these works from the 1980s and ...
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African American History Month 2020 IV
This year’s African American (Art) History Month series continues with Howardena Pindell and her work from the 1970s. ...
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African American History Month 2020 III
Today my series celebrating African American (Art) History Month 2020 continues with another artist who was part of groundbreaking African American artist collectives: Dindga McCannon. ...
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