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Romare Bearden Student artwork from a Romare Bearden art lesson I teach. Portraiture and symbolism can also be explored while creating an artwork inspired by the artwork of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Then they can create a work of art where they can develop their own personal style. Students can learn the difference between realistic, abstract and non-objective art. His artwork is a great way to introduce students to the idea of a personal style. Basquiat depicted much of his subject matter through symbolism. His expressive paintings included African American historical figures, including jazz musicians, sports personalities, and writers. He was an Abstract Expressionist and his style was shaped by his history, both urban and ethnic. Jean-Michel Basquiat was born in Brooklyn, New York where he continued to live for his short life of 28 years. This includes learning about the properties of a landscape (foreground, middle ground, background and horizon line). Another art lesson idea is to create a landscape that demonstrates space using size to show distance. Later in his career, he began to use his painting as a platform to educate others on the struggles of African Americans during the era of desegregation with very powerful imagery.Īfter viewing Lawrence’s paintings, students can create their own painting that has a powerful message they can share with an audience. He had a very distinct style of realism that portrayed scenes and landscapes of African American life and history. Jacob Lawrence was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For most of the 70’s-80’s he was a professor of art at the University of Washington at Seattle. When he wasn’t teaching he was painting. Other options include storytelling or narrative art and textile arts such as, sewing, applique, or weaving. Possible art lessons can focus on textures (both tactile with texture rubbings and implied) and creating patterns with lines and shapes. Her artwork can be connected to many art making techniques and concepts.

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Ringgold’s artwork is full of patterns, shapes, lines and textures. She also wrote a book, “Tar Beach” which pictures many of her story quilts. Ringgold took the traditional craft of quilt making (which has its roots in the slave culture of the south) and used it to tell stories of her life and the black community.

She was always politically involved in fighting for the equality of women and black rights issues. She is most known for storytelling and textile arts. Faith Ringgold Student artwork from a Faith Ringgold lesson I teach.įaith Ringgold, aka “Faith Willi Jones” was born in Harlem, NY. I think it is important for my students to see themselves in the faces of the artists we investigate. I like to provide my students with knowledge and influence of artists of all genders, races, religions, genres and styles.

These are some of my favorite black artists with a brief introduction of their work and suggestions for art lessons that relate to them. Here are some Black History Month art lesson ideas. February is Black History Month, which is a perfect time to celebrate the many influential black artists of the past and present.