“I've always been interested in history, but they never taught Negro history in the public schools...I don't see how a history of the United States can be written honestly without including the Negro. I didn't [paint] just as a historical thing, but because I believe these things tie up with the Negro today. We don't have a physical slavery, but an economic slavery. If these people, who were so much worse off than the people today, could conquer their slavery, we can certainly do the same thing....I am not a politician. I'm an artist, just trying to do my part to bring this thing about.”
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Jacob Lawrence
Jacob Lawrence, a renowned American painter, is known for his works depicting the history of African Americans. His paintings are typically presented in a series of small panels, each telling a complete story. Lawrence's style is unique, with vivid colors and strong narrative and expressive power. more