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January 20, 2025 Sculptor who was the first Black woman to receive a national art commission was 'a voice of her time' Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller was a protege of Auguste Rodin and shaped the Harlem ...
In 1905, Warrick Fuller became the first Black woman to receive a U.S. government commission. She was commissioned to create artwork for the Jamestown Tercentennial Exposition in 1907.
The post Phi Beta Sigma’s New Honorary Members Include Fred Hammond, Leon And More appeared first on Blavity. While the ...
Artist Gareth Fuller, who is known for his “mind maps,” charted D.C. The result is a detailed tapestry of the nation’s capital city and its history.
While there has been progress in recent years for Black women tattoo artists, Kandace Layne, owner of Magic Mirror tattoo studio in Atlanta, said the industry still has a long way to go to become ...
CHICAGO (WGN) — Two friends who have been passionate about art their entire lives formed a brand new group focused on connecting Black artists and giving them more exposure, and over the next ...
To celebrate Stress Awareness Month, Weusi Artist Collective presents a special event titled “Reflections of WEUSI 1965 – Present,” an immersive celebration honoring the legendary Harlem ...
Dear Black Artist is a documentary project that began right before the pandemic and highlights 77 Black artists as an ode to the 77 communities in Chicago. In the documentary, the artists discuss ...
Part of the NBAG’s aim is connecting Black artists living in the Northshore area and Chicago. The group also hopes to help Black artists get exposure inside a variety of galleries and venues.