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Historic Gathering of Black Art at Harlem's Famed Armory
NEW YORK, Jan. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Some of the world's most celebrated African-American artists and the prominent galleries that specialize in Afro-centric works will exhibit their work at the 1st Annual Harlem Fine Art Show, Feb. 20 and 21, 2010. Bringing a major fine art show to Harlem and destined to become a highlight of Manhattan's annual Black History Month celebrations, the event will be held at Harlem's historic 369th Armory, 2366 Fifth Ave., between 142nd and 143rd Streets. It will be one of the largest collections of Black art ever assembled, representing more than 60 Black artists -- a potent reminder during Black History Month of the tremendous contribution of Black artists to the global fine arts landscape.
Among the accomplished artists whose work will be displayed are:
Frank Frazier, Houston, renowned for his colorful, lively, Romare Bearden-like paintings depicting Black life and leaders. The likes of the U.S. Congress have commissioned his work, which is showcased at some of the world's most prestigious art exhibitions.
Robert Carter, Long Island, a distinguished professor of art at Nassau Community College, creates life scene drawings and illustrations. His work is privately collected as well as on permanent display at several museums in the U.S.
Andrew Nichols, Brooklyn, the curator of the show, celebrated for his realistic portraits and life scenes in pencil and paints on canvas.
Designed to be an inclusive, accessible event, exhibitors at the Harlem Fine Art Show are required to present works with a broad range of prices, starting as low as $100. Admission to the Harlem Fine Arts Show at the 369th Armory, 2366 Fifth Avenue, between 142nd and 143rd on Saturday, Feb. 20 and Sunday, Feb. 21 will be $20 (the first 500 attendees receive complimentary show posters), $10 for children 12 and under. Hours: Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
To launch the Harlem Fine Art Show, The New York Times, the event's media sponsor, will host a preview party at their new headquarters on Feb. 19 as part of the publication's salute to Black History Month.
For more information, please visit www.harlemfineartshow.com or call 646-623-9382.
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 Washington, DC (BlackNews.com) - DC artist Lynde Washington has recently launched a new website, www.lyndesart.com, displaying his original and limited edition artworks. Specializing in African American paintings and fine art prints, Lynde has taken a significant step in displaying his art to the world with the unveiling of his new online gallery.
Lynde Washington was born July 2, 1977, in Washington D.C. As a child he had two things in his hands, a paintbrush in one and a football in the other. Washington was introduced to the world of art and football from two of the most influential people in his life, his great-grandfather and his father. His great-grandfather, Lynnwood "Lynde" Jordan was a well respected artist, jeweler, and teacher who introduced the young Lynde into various forms of art. At the same time his father Joseph Washington was teaching Lynde the art of football. Throughout most of his life, Washington was torn between his passion of art and his love for football. At this stage of his life, he has focused on his love of art and it is depicted in the original pieces of work on his website.
"Take It Back"
The Art of Lynde is the official online gallery of DC-bred artist Lynde Washington. He is dedicated to providing quality African American limited edition fine art prints and original paintings, as well as information, to collectors of fine arts on all levels. For more information, visit: www.lyndesart.com or you may reach Lynde at 202-538-6378.
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Written by OL Staff
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Today, one will hardly see black history lessons painted all over our neighborhood walls.  One reason could be because to date, our story has already managed to be in printed books, told in television, portrayed on stage and film and taught inside the classroom. Street art evolves in parallel to the variety of changes that take place in a society. For instance, when a community becomes more diverse ethnically, it is expected to find even more murals with the theme of respect for every society. Such is the case in Los Angeles today. The prospering influence of Mexico along with the year-long platter of sunshine, a renewed multiculturalism has come about and has in fact, encouraged a few sponsorships.
For instance, "The Negro in California History" is an art piece proving contrast to the wide range of LA murals made before the 1950's. As we all know, most of LA art depicts only glorifications of capitalism and classical landscapes.
Alonzo Davis, its community organizer, recognized the great potential. He started organizing mural projects aimed at encouraging artists from the various communities in L.A. to join and share their artistry in order to come up with a diversified aesthetic statement. The project ended up with 11 murals by 10 artists. The huge pieces of art introduced black street art along with a renewed pride to over millions of daily middle-class commuters.
The themes of these art projects come in a wide array of subjects. The most common concepts would revolve around didactic messages which promote warnings and dangers of gangs and drugs; black heroes in history; and cultural and historical imagery.
 To date one can find around 100 wall paintings, all made by African-American artists, all over L.A. Most of which can be found in the neighborhoods of Watts, Compton and South Central. African muralists and artists would oftentimes see themselves as social motivators. Rather than just ignoring and living with the despair and the deterioration which surrounds them, they choose to share their passion and wonderful skills for the arts by offering images depicting beauty, hope, inspiration and the many other beautiful aspects of life and society.
Now that's a good way to introduce black culture to the world!
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Written by OL Staff
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 Music remains a very vital element not just among us but pretty much among anybody else. However, we can't deny the fact that as African-Americans, we have a strong inclination to music. And modesty aside, we can name a wide range of black musicians who have been legends in the music industry. Given this fact, some organizations have been showing interests in preserving the African-Americans passion for music. These organizations do not only aim to further enhance musical skills but also strives to sustain one's interest for music.
The African-American Jazz Caucus, Inc. (AAJC) is one of these groups. They are committed to protecting, perpetuating and preserving the heritage of jazz.
As we all know, Jazz is an original form of African-American's musical artistry. It is an art form which traces back its roots to Africa - African-American communities and the African Diaspora. The AAJC strives hard to maintain and retain the aesthetic integrity of real African Jazz. It provides services as well as create programs for jazz education. The group started in 2001 headed by Dr. Larry Ridley.  Dr. Ridley now stands as Executive Director of the group. They started performing in 2002 under the direction of some highly-acclaimed directors. The first few performances were limited only to standing-room audiences in California, New York, Canada and the Schombuurg Center for Research in Black Culture. The group highly encourages students' participation in all their activities. These activities are aimed at accomplishing AAJC's mission. Some of these activities are the following:
- Assistance and consultation which will help sustain the continued development of jazz-related activities and events
- Provision of alternative non-academe and academe instructional venues for Jazz
- Provision of various career development programs for jazz especially designed for artists, instructors and teachers, recording engineers, historians, writers and music therapists.
- Creation of various networks for clinics, performances, tours and workshops aimed for audience development
- Interaction with music unions and the music industry in general
- Collaboration between Jazz and the Arts and the National Alliance of Artists at selected black universities and colleges
All these activities are aimed at keeping Jazz alive not just in African-American's lives but for the whole world as well. Apart from the fact that music makes life lighter, musical artistry sustains the creativity of the human mind. Fulfillment can easily be achieved once musical creativity gets enhanced. Through this, the whole world can keep strumming or humming. You won't even need to take off your dancing shoes. Let's just keep jazzing!
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