Young, Black, & Gifted-a Journey Through African-American Artists & the Movements that…

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This course examines the work of African-American artists from the 1800s to the 2000s, tracing lines of influence and connecting the artists and their work to historical moments and movements within Black communities across America. Students consider works by former enslaved people and learn about initiatives such as the Black Nationalism Movement, the Harlem Renaissance, and the Civil Rights Movement. Students study contemporary artists and art forms, such as hip-hop, that continue the work of telling the story of the African arts diaspora today. Coursework includes extensive reading, critical analysis, written work, and research, and may also include dramatic exercises.