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Clip: Episode 2 | 5m 21s
Inspired by ongoing civil rights struggles and the emergent Black Power movement, the Visual Arts Workshop of the OBAC decided to collectively paint a mural celebrating African American heroes.
Aired: 10/12/18
Expires: 11/04/21
Video has closed captioning.Ceramicist Marva Lee Pitchford-Jolly
Pitchford-Jolly founded the collective Sapphire and Crystals for African American artists.
Motley established a reputation as a Chicago participant in the Harlem Renaissance.
Black Mural Movement muralists discuss Justine DeVan's work and impact on the community.
Perkins became one of the most important visual artists in the Chicago Renaissance.
Marshall has become an internationally renowned artist with his large-scale paintings.
Give the Customer What They Want
This episode profiles Chicago's graphic designers, industrial designers, and advertising.
Host Faheem Majeed examines works of art created by 20th century African American artists.
Host Naomi Beckwith shares stories about the history of Chicago's creative institutions.
