Today is Martin Luther King Day so I am thinking about the
man and all he stands for. And I am thinking as well about Congressman John
Lewis, who worked by King’s side and is still working today on behalf of all of
us. I was fortunate to see him speak earlier in the fall; it was unspeakably
moving to listen to him tell of his walk across the Edmund Pettis bridge. He is
a true Civil Rights Hero and icon.
These thoughts lead me to thoughts about the Harlem
Renaissance and my favorite African-American artists of that era. I love Romare
Bearden’s work and Jacob Lawrence and Benny Andrews. Such originality, great
color, and wonderful storytelling. Their work continues to speak to us today, reminding
us that we still have a lot to learn about each other.
Meanwhile, still drawing – every day –still working on the
new projects – still thinking up new ideas!
Romare Bearden, The Block, 1971 (a favorite of mine)
Jacob Lawrence, Brownstones, 1958
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