Aaron Douglas was an American painter, illustrator and visual arts educator. He was a major figure in the Harlem Renaissance. He developed his art career painting murals and creating illustrations that addressed social issues around race and segregation in the United States by utilizing African-centric imagery.

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Episode 3: REMEMBERING THE MASTERS (Aaron Douglass 1899-1979)

Join Ya’qub Shabazz, a long-time artist, art historian, and writer as he discusses all things art including history, techniques, interviews, and most importantly, the impact of Black artists on art culture and history. If you are an art lover, artist, student, or just a casual listener that wants to learn, this is the podcast for you.

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One of the most colorful expressionist artists in American history we will discuss the life of the legendary Alma Thomas. A pioneering Black woman that we challenge art lovers everywhere to "remember".

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Episode #2: Remembering the Masters: Alma Thomas (1981-1978)

With so much talk about Chicago in the media, I will discuss the cultural legacy of the city, its roots, and how I overcome those slumps that every artist experiences.
Chicago, Art, & Fighting Slumps
Y. Shabazz

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Chicago, Art, & Fighting Slumps

In this episode, we discuss the life of the legendary Aaron Douglas. Douglas is known to many as the father of the Harlem Renaissance and is an inspiration to generations of Black American artists.

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Who is Aaron Douglas? A Harlem Renaissance Legend!

In this episode, we discuss the death of actor Chadwick Boseman and how Black families process death and the subsequent grief that follows.
Y. Shabazz



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The Death Of A Super Hero

You are never too old to engage with the arts community and never let anyone tell you differently.





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Episode 3: REMEMBERING THE MASTERS (Aaron Douglass 1899-1979)

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