Profile: David Bustill Bowser (1820-1900)
David Bustill Bowser was a 19th-century African-American ornamental artist and portraitist. Continue reading Profile: David Bustill Bowser (1820-1900)
Profile: Edythe Boone (1938-)
Edythe (Edy) Boone is an African-American artist and activist. She has worked as a muralist, counselor, and art teacher throughout her life in an under-served area in California. Continue reading Profile: Edythe Boone (1938-)
Profile: NedRa Bonds (1948-)
NedRa Bonds is an American quilter, activist, and retired teacher, born and raised in the historic Quindaro neighborhood in Kansas City, Kansas. Bonds creates quilts and mixed media fiber dolls using fabric, beads, and symbolism to explore issues dealing with human rights, race, women, politics, and the environment. Continue reading Profile: NedRa Bonds (1948-)
Profile: James Perkins Jr. (1952-
James Perkins Jr. was the first African American mayor of Selma, Alabama, United States. He won a run-off in 2000 and served two terms, losing his second bid for reelection in 2008. Continue reading Profile: James Perkins Jr. (1952-
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