I had an opportunity to visit my local art museum yesterday. The museum celebrated Martin Luther King Day with many special exhibits and activities. Among the activities I enjoyed the most were the film presentations on 2 African American artists.
The two movies were Jacob Lawrence: An Intimate Portrait and Mr. Dial Has Something to Say. The two films were very well done and were just long enough to hold interest. I thought the presentations were like attending a lecture in black history that included African American Art.
Jacob Lawrence has been a favorite of mind for many years. I did find out some new information about Lawrence. I have just recently discovered the unique and captivating work of Thornton Dial. Dial a self-taught African-American artist, began creating art later in life. His work consists of paintings and found-object sculptures and large assemblages. His mixed media assemblages in my opinion are his best work. There will be an exhibition of Thornton Dial’s work next month and the Indianapolis Museum of Art. I am looking forward to the opportunity to learn more about this artist and view some of his work up close.
You can find a nice selection of art books and catalogs and magazine back issues at Nella’s Books and Collectibles.
www.nellasbooksandcollectibles.ecrater.com
The two movies were Jacob Lawrence: An Intimate Portrait and Mr. Dial Has Something to Say. The two films were very well done and were just long enough to hold interest. I thought the presentations were like attending a lecture in black history that included African American Art.
Jacob Lawrence has been a favorite of mind for many years. I did find out some new information about Lawrence. I have just recently discovered the unique and captivating work of Thornton Dial. Dial a self-taught African-American artist, began creating art later in life. His work consists of paintings and found-object sculptures and large assemblages. His mixed media assemblages in my opinion are his best work. There will be an exhibition of Thornton Dial’s work next month and the Indianapolis Museum of Art. I am looking forward to the opportunity to learn more about this artist and view some of his work up close.
You can find a nice selection of art books and catalogs and magazine back issues at Nella’s Books and Collectibles.
www.nellasbooksandcollectibles.ecrater.com
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