Black Art History: 10 Children's Books Illuminate the Lives of Important African American Artists and Photographers - Culture Type

nbsp; HOW DID THE 20TH CENTURY’S most important African American artists discover their crafts? These beautifully illustrated books reveal how each got their start. For Jacob Lawrence, it was his childhood in Harlem where the hustle and colors of the neighborhood inspired his interest in art. His compelling story and those of Benny Andrews, Romare Bearden, and Bill Traylor appeal to children and adults alike. Jean-Michel Basquiat (1960-1988) is the youngest of the group. His counterparts came of age in the post-emancipation and pre-civil rights eras. Race is a factor in their lives, but does not curb their determination. When Clementine Hunter’s paintings were finally shown in a gallery, she had to wait until after hours to view the display of her own work. Among the earliest expatriate artists, Henry O. Tanner went to Paris to shed the burden of American prejudice. These 10 books tell their incredible stories:   “Draw What You See: The Life and Art of Benny Andrews,” by Kathleen Benson, Illustrated with paintings by Benny Andrews (Clarion Books, 32 pages; Ages 4-7). | Published Jan. 6, 2015   1. BENNY ANDREWS | “Draw What You See: The Life and Art of Benny Andrews” Benny Andrews drew […]

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