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Famous and not so popular African-American artists have actually remarkably shared portrayals of modern and historic occasions and individuals, cultural viewpoints, and the experiences and battles of minorities through their artwork. This short article highlights the critical work of Black artists who helped to bring African-American experiences into the elite art world. The art records historical and modern experiences. Some art catches race and gender relations. Black magics as a motion speaks straight to the needs and goals of Black America. The Black artist talks to the cultural and spiritual needs of Black people in their artistry.
African-American arts represent a cultural movement. It consists of many visual artists, performance artists, sculptors, writers, artists, and more. The practitioners of Black arts are motivated by a desire to challenge white power structures and assert an African American cultural identity. Black magics intend to serve the community and artists.
THIS IS HISTORY
Afro Solo UK is the result of 2 years research of the African diaspora of Greater Manchester. Each life story is an act of remembrance, a celebration and in some cases a reconciliation. They provide a legacy and are a declaration that this community will never again be overlooked. ASUK hopes to inspire others to research and publish in the future
READ WATCH ENJOY
Read via download the eBook http://www.afrosolouk.com/afro-solo-uk-e-book
Watch the digital exhibition http://www.afrosolouk.com/videos-0
Enjoy the Memorial performances http://www.afrosolouk.com/memorial-service
…stories (that) narrate the frustration of fractured family histories, but there is also huge pride, nostalgia, curiosity and wonderment. Despite uneasy memories of prejudice and suspicion, there is a prevailing sense of gratitude to those early pioneers; a realisation that what connects us is love, the tenderness and solidarity of human concern.
Professor Graham Mort, Centre for Transcultural Writing and Research, Lancaster University, UK.
Black artists emphasize racial pride, a gratitude of African heritage, and a commitment to produce works that show the culture and experiences of black people. In each age, events of the day galvanize black artists to create, organize, and change the world.