African-American artists
WASHINGTON (AP) — The National Portrait Gallery has unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, both painted by African-American artists who were personally chosen by the Obamas. The portraits were unveiled to the public Monday at the gallery, which is part of the Smithsonian group of museums. The gallery […]
Jacob Lawrence is one of the most acclaimed African-American artists of the 20th century. Although he never finished high school, Lawrence was able to hone his creative talents and became a legendary arts icon. Lawrence was born September 7, 1917 in Atlantic City, N.J. At the age of 13, he and his family moved to […]
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