Through A Lens Darkly artist Lewis Watts and East Bay painter Bonnie Neumann are presenting their work in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art’s latest exhibit running through January […]
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Artist Defies the Black Family Stereotype Using Abandoned Family Polaroids
“What intrigues me when I look at these images is that they show African Americans with a distinct and powerful sense of pride and joy. Despite the fact that these […]
Devin Allen Uses Photography to Uplift His Baltimore Community
The Maryland photographer, Devin Allen, will have his first solo show in Baltimore’s Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture starting July 10th. After his shocking […]
Orchard Beach: The Bronx Riviera by Wayne Lawrence
The Digital Diaspora Family Reunion Roadshow stopped by the Bronx community in July, and we are still discovering today the diverse and rich cultures that the borough has to offer! […]
Albert Chong – Short Shot
As a student in Jamaica, Albert Chong discovered photography almost by accident. He recalls how he was quickly captivated by the magic of the medium. Albert Chong (b.1958) is an […]
(Re)Discovering Photographer Willie Middlebrook
Dodge & Burn: Diversity in Photography History (Re)Discovering Photographer Willie Middlebrook by Qiana Mestrich March 25, 2013 ” ‘Art is about communication… I need to tell, to show what I […]
TALD Profile: Deborah Willis
“On one occasion I stumbled upon THE SWEETFLYPAPER OF LIFE and proudly brought it home…. I was excited to see the photographs: it was the first book I had ever […]
Ulysses Marshall: Master Collagist, Artist In Exile
Ulysses Marshall. Courtesy of Jenne Glover via The Heart Art Gallery The Heart Art Gallery “Ulysses Marshall: Master Collagist, Artist In Exile” By Jenne Glover February 13, 2013 “Ulysses Marshall […]
Remembering Photographer Hugh Bell
It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Hugh Bell – a visionary photographer who has left a legacy of inspirational images. For over 60 […]
Deborah Willis Reflects on Gordon Parks’ Fashion Flare
Deborah Willis honors Gordon Parks with a special feature in The New York Times’ Lens Blog that highlights his work in fashion photography. A native of Kansas, Gordon Parks became […]