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Quotes and Black Art
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“Come for the art, stay for the quotes.”
“Out under the moon and the stars, alone with his son that eighth night, Omoro completed the naming ritual. Carrying little Kunta in his strong arms, he walked to the edge of the village, lifted his baby up with his face to the heavens, and said softly, ‘Fend kiling dorong leh warrata ka iteh tee.’ (Behold—the only thing greater than yourself.)”
– Alex Haley, Roots: The Saga of an American Family
A Snippet:
Did you know that it is commonly thought that Dr. Carter G. Woodson selected February for Negro History Week—which would eventually become Black History Month—to encompass the birthdays of two Americans who played a prominent role in shaping Black history?
Click to learn more (and find out the identity of those two patriots!) . . .
181. “The Body Has Memory” (2018)
“There’s an important difference between having a body and being a body.”
— Jennifer Packer
Did you know?
Did you know that Jennifer Packer once stated, “My inclination to paint is a completely political one. We belong here. We deserve to be seen and acknowledged in real time. We deserve to be heard and to be imagined with shameless generosity and accuracy.”
Jennifer Packer’s collection of paintings, “The Eye is Not Satisfied With Seeing” combines memory and soul. Seen at the Whitney 2019 Biennial, Packer’s works slide effortlessly between the, “Fidelity of depiction and the freedom of abstraction.”
182. “Seeds Of Self Esteem” (2022)
“Art is an important part of the movement because it encompasses the silent voices of those who speak, not through their words, but through the images that they create.”
— Christen Austin
Did you know?
Did you know that as a Black female American artist, Christen Austin chooses to present her artistic vision in a way that captures the beauty of Black culture? As stated by the artist, “It is important to provide imagery that represents the Black community in a way that encompasses positivity and relatability.”
“My current focus is building a body of work that captures the beauty of black culture and explores the depths of its universal qualities. I want the viewer to connect with my work on a level that exceeds its visual appeal and allows for them to interact with each piece psychologically and emotionally as well.”
— Christen Austin
183. “Girl With Flowers” (2023)
“You’re not always looking toward the finished thing, when you’re doing something important. Sometimes, it’s an experiment. But I always know when to stop. And that’s when it’s finished. When there’s nothing else that can be done. And sometimes what I initially thought was a mistake turns out to be just perfect.”
— Richard Rodgers
Did you know?
Did you know that Richard Rodgers earned his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees from Bowling Green State University in Ohio and, in addition, was an esteemed colleague of mine?
Rodgers taught Studio art and worked as a University academic advisor—dedicating his efforts to students by helping to interpret university requirements—leading to success both inside the classroom and beyond.
“The work needs to be technically sound. Not overly concerned about the subject matter,” Rodgers stated when asked about his dogged determination and drive surrounding his artistic process.
Mr. Rodgers transitioned in June of 2024.
Rest in peace.
Your fulfillment is a definition of success
(Breathe In . . . Breathe Out)
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