William Tolliver Visual Artist
William Tolliver, a native of Mississippi is internationally recognized for his powerful moving style and has earned himself …
Laurie Cooper Visual Artist
Laurie Cooper is a Philadelphia based fine artist interested in showing the beauty of the black …
Deborah Shedrick Visual Artist
Deborah Shedrick’s art is her voice, her vacation and advocation, her passion since childhood. After receiving a Master of Science degree in psychology, …
Deborah Shedrick Visual Artist
Deborah Shedrick’s art is her voice, her vacation and advocation, her passion since childhood. After receiving a Master of Science …
Artist Charles Bibbs
Contemporary Visual Artist Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Internationally acclaimed artist Charles Bibbs, whose work is featured in museums, galleries, organizations, and homes of many collectors, displays a deep sense of Spirituality, …
Charles Bibbs Visual Artist
Contemporary Visual Artist Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Internationally acclaimed artist Charles Bibbs, whose work is featured in …
Harlem Renaissance
Aaron Douglas, who was born on May 26, 1899 in Topeka, Kansas, is the American artist perhaps most closely associated with the Harlem Renaissance, and for synthesizing formal and symbolic …
Ernest Crichlow Visual Artist
Ernest Crichlow, distinguished African American master, needs no introduction — especially with colleagues such as Romare Bearden, Norman Lewis, Jacob Lawrence and Charles Alston. In 1930 Ernest Crichlow joined …
April Harrison Visual Artist
Using a warm palette and highly textured composition, April beautifully captures subject in a state of inner spirituality. The art of April Harrison features an intricate media mix of …
African American Artists Tour
Explore the MFA’s rich collection of works by African American artists from the early 19th century to today. When you visit, rent the multimedia guide at Museum ticket desks …
Cheyney University President’s Blog – Michelle Howard-Vital, Ph.D.
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2011-2012 Arts and Lecture Series: Chidi Ozieh Paintings Exhibit Opens on March 8
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania will host celebrated musicians and artists in its 2011-2012 Arts and Lecture Series. Included in the Arts and Lecture Series …
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Cheyney University Reflects on Richard Humphrey’s Legacy
Underlying Cheyney University’s 175-year history is Richard Humphreys, a Philadelphia Quaker. Due to his $10,000 bequest – one tenth of his estate – in 1837, and …
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A Good Woman Michelle Howard-Vital, Ph.D.
Several years ago, someone gave me a plaque that stated “A Good Woman.” While I was extremely appreciative, I find myself wondering often—What …
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Art of Bisa Butler
Bisa Butler is one of a few dozen artists who will be a part of the …