Exhibition features Louisiana music, art
Louisiana music and art is the theme of an exhibition and panel discussion at the Louisiana State Archives, 3851 Essen Lane, during Black History Month. Louisiana Music: An Artistic Tribute, …
History As Symphony: The African-American Experience In Jazz Suites
By David Brent Johnson The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s inspired several black artists to explore their African heritage and the black experience in America, from enslavement to life after …
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Still Time to Experience Black History Month Events By Lindsey Washington
By Lindsey Washington Black History month isn’t solely about museums – or history. Across the District and the region, libraries, department stores and, yes, historical sites are presenting new …
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Gifts and Purchases Help MoMA Close Gaps in Its Holdings
By CAROL VOGEL The Museum of Modern Art has recently acquired a disparate group of artworks, adding muscle to its already world-class permanent collection. Some were gifts promised years …
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Notre Dame’s Center for Arts & Culture readies for opening
By MARGARET FOSMOE – Like Margaret on FacebookSouth Bend Tribune5:41 p.m. EST, February 21, 2013 SOUTH BEND — For decades the red brick building on West Washington Street dispensed health …
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Transformation of African-American art to be showcased
By Kevin Hall/Staff Reporter Eastern community members can track the progression and transformation of African-American art through the ages during “EvolutionZ of Art.” The members of Zeta Phi Beta sorority …
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Photographic Artifacts of Black Civil War Troops
In reality, African-American prisoners of war were killed en masse. Black troops in action endured lower wages and poorer medical care and living conditions than their white counterparts. But soldiers …
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African American Trailblazers in Virginia History Honored
In celebration of Black History month, The Petersburg Area Art League (PAAL) will open two exhibitions on Feb. 11, which feature the work of two Virginia artists whose works explore …
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What is Art Again ?
One of my passions (among the many that I have) is art! I love looking into all works of art, decode its hidden meaning, its depth and the many layers lying …
Art by David Charles, Baltimore, MD
Baltimore artist David Charles creates his vibrant, provocative drawings from his childhood experiences watching his Northwest Baltimore neighborhood of Park Heights as it was ravaged by drugs, violence, poverty and …
What Is Art?
From Shelley Esaak, former About.com Guide I could tell you that art plays a large part in making our lives infinitely rich. Imagine, just for a minute, a world without …
Seventies style is stayin’ alive: tips to keep up with the trend
(BPT) – From home decor to fashion and food, the styles and trends of the 1970s have slowly been creeping back into the mainstream, and this year they’re out in …
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2013’s hottest home trends and easy upgrades
(BPT) – The top home decor trends for 2013 are already emerging, and homeowners seeking a fresh look will find a lot to love. Not only can these looks be …
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Find inspiration for your home in 2013 with the latest design trends
(BPT) – Did you begin the year with an updated fitness regime? Are you pursuing new hobbies or getting better organized? Why not make a few changes to not only …
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Ten lucky home decor trends for 2013
(BPT) – Despite its negative reputation, the number 13 doesn’t always have to be unlucky. Take these top 10 decor trends for 2013 from design experts, manufacturers and trend forecasters …