Posts Tagged ‘black artists’
He missed a chance to be the first Black astronaut. Now, at 90, he’s going into space
Edward J. Wright, an artist and former Air Force pilot, will finally accomplish a dream that was postponed for decades.
Read MoreWakanda Wellness Week 2023 Fashion Show
It’s time for an evening of elegance, fashion, culture and community with the Wakanda Wellness Week 2023 Fashion Show! Join Milwaukee’s top fashion designers on the runaway as they take us on a journey through time, chronicling the Black cultural experience embodied in style and grace.
Read MoreWisconsin Black Art & Culture Expo 2024
The annual Wisconsin Black Art & Culture Expo is back for 2024. Wisconsin’s largest celebration of Black artistic contributions to Wisconsin and the word is A TWO month long series of events for art appreciators, collectors, music lovers, children and adults.
Read MoreThe Black Artists Claiming More Space Than Ever Before
Black artists are making space for their work and messages in public spaces, sometimes with large-form art projects.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Faith Ringgold, Boundary-Breaker, Black Artist and Arts Promoter!
Faith Ringgold is an activist who made sure that her art represented and reflected her African heritage.
Read MoreThis Day in Black History: Artist Betye Saar is Born
Betye Saar, who studied art and used her art to challenge racism, was born on this date in 1926.
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