Round Up of the Week of Feb 12
/The Producer’s picks for this week’s news relevant to the photography, art, design and production industries
He wanted to have a wing of the Tate named after him: remembering the groundbreaking art of Donald Rodney
For many reasons, 1981 stands as a landmark year in Black British history. That January, the New Cross Fire claimed the lives of 13 young Black people.
16 Black Artists to Know
Looking to deepen your knowledge of Black artists? Explore the connections between eight pairs of artists in this collection. Some share a similar approach to artmaking, others a specific subject.
2025 Black Heritage Month Exhibition: Retrospective of Leroy Hamilton’s Work
“The Story of Us” displays Black Angelenos in several dimensions of their lives—at home with family, in the conference room, on the court, in government halls of power, on the main stage, in the streets, and in places of worship.
Decoding America’s History Through the Stills of Black Life
The camera gave them incredible freedom. It gave them the ability to parade through the world and look at people and things very, very closely.
Rare Early Photographs of African American Life
These pictures tell stories of their creators and subjects, revealing a fuller picture of the American experience.
An Exhibition Fit for Black History Month
On the eve of Black History Month, Pratt Manhattan Gallery debuted “Black Dress II: Homage,” a ten-year anniversary and expansion of the original exhibition, “Black Dress.”
A Tour of Black Artists at the National Gallery
See works by two of the earliest professional African American artists. And discover art of the Chicago Black Renaissance and Harlem Renaissance.
History Colorado Showcases Black History, John Fielder’s Photography & February Events
In recognition of Black History Month, History Colorado is highlighting the ongoing contributions of Colorado’s Black communities through events as well as ongoing projects in February and beyond.
