Black women were the heartbeat of the Civil Rights and Black Power movement, often working behind th
Black women were the heartbeat of the Civil Rights and Black Power movement, often working behind the scenes keeping the dynamic activists groups afloat with dynamic programs to benefit the community, organizing protests and marches, writing publications, giving speeches, and more, all while simultaneously combating racism, sexism and challenging gender roles. Black women artists during this time continued to push the envelope by experimenting with new mediums, concepts, and illustrating their own narratives.Posted by Emoni BarakaEmma Amos (American, born 1938). Eva the Babysitter, 1973. Oil on canvas. Courtesy of the artist and Ryan Lee Gallery, New York. © Emma Amos. Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New YorkBetye Saar (American, born 1926). Eye, 1972. Acrylic on leather. Collection of Sheila Siber and DavidLimburger. © Betye Saar. Courtesy of the artist and Roberts Projects, Los AngelesMing Smith (American, b. 1947). When You See Me Comin’ Raise Your Window High, 1972. Gelatin Silver Print,16 × 20 in. Courtesy of Steven Kasher Gallery and the artist. © Ming Smith.Elizabeth Catlett (American, 1915–2012). Black Unity, 1968. Cedar. Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas. © Catlett Mora Family Trust. Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York, NY. (Photo: Edward C. Robison III)Lorraine O'Grady (American, born 1934). Art Is (Girlfriends Times Two), 1983/2009. Chromogenic print, 16 x 20 in. Courtesy of the artist and Alexander Gray Associates, New York, NY. © 2017 Lorraine O’Grady / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New YorkAlma Thomas (American, 1891–1978). Mars Dust, 1972. Acrylic on canvas. @thewhitney, New York; purchase, with funds from The Hament Corporation, 72.58. © Estate of Alma W. Thomas. Carolyn Lawrence (American, born 1940). Uphold Your Men, 1971. Screenprint on paper. Courtesy Lusenhop Fine Art. © Carolyn Mims Lawrence. -- source link
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