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“The Real G’s in Black Art History and Culture: And a Word to The Met Museum” by Debra Hand

baiadmin — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 09:47:17 +0000

“The Real G’s in Black Art History and Culture: And a Word to The Met Museum” by Debra Hand

There are some real G’s making moves in Black Culture. Their actions shout, “I’m playing Chess, not checkers!” When Denzel’s character … Read the rest

What’s the difference between DMX and Shakespeare: And Do You Know How to Talk About Your Art as an Artist or Collector? by Debra Hand

baiadmin — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:12:40 +0000

“What’s the difference between DMX and Shakespeare:

And Do You Know How to Talk About Your Art as an Artist or Collector?” by Debra Hand

“Robeson As Othello” by Khalif Thompson

I’m a private person, but oddly, when I engage … Read the rest

Black Artists and Collectors Are Facing Their Most Critical Decision in American Art History by Debra Hand

baiadmin — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 22:46:37 +0000

Black Artists and Collectors Are Facing Their Most Critical Decision in American Art History

 by Debra Hand

After centuries of exclusion from the mainstream art world, we have finally made the VIP list. Here we are, Black artists and … Read the rest

A Beautiful Moment in the Life of Cicely Tyson

baiadmin — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 12:59:13 +0000

“Private Photos from a Beautiful Moment in the Life of Cicely Tyson, and the Work-of-Art that Filled her Eyes with Tears of Joy” including Tribute by Debra Hand

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 06: Cicely Tyson at the 47th AFI Life

… Read the rest

James Baldwin and his Switchblade Mirror

baiadmin — Sun, 03 Jan 2021 16:57:58 +0000

James Baldwin and his Switchblade Mirror

by Debra Hand

Baldwin Draped by Charly Palmer – Shop

The great writer James Baldwin had what I call a switchblade mirror. To me it was his super power, both as an artist and … Read the rest

A Black Art Boom Rocks the Mainstream Art World Forever More

baiadmin — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 11:57:49 +0000

by Debora Hand

Black Art is about to explode into the mainstream. It is about to realize the greatest worldwide popularity in its entire history. I say that as a confirmed visionary, so I probably need to drop some credentials … Read the rest

Common Partners with Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago to Spotlight Top Chicago Artists by Debra Hand

baiadmin — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 18:36:38 +0000

“Common Partners with Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago to Spotlight Top Chicago Artists — Plus rapper, Quavo’s 8ft. Painting by Chicago Artist, Tyler Clark” Written by Debra Hand

The Chicago arts’ scene has been particularly exciting these last several weeks. … Read the rest

Inaugural Black Fine Art Month continues with a celebration of the legacy of Dr. Margaret Burroughs

baiadmin — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 13:05:58 +0000

Inaugural Black Fine Art Month continues with a celebration of the legacy of Dr. Margaret Burroughs

Salon Talk this Thursday features the torchbearers of Dr. Burroughs legacy

Join us for a champagne toast to Dr. Burroughs immediately following talk

Pigment … Read the rest

“The Greatest Artists of Our Time!” by Debra Hand

baiadmin — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 08:50:10 +0000

“The Greatest Artists of Our Time!” by Debra Hand

In the art world there are so many headlines about this or that artist being the greatest. Headlines about how a particular artist is performing a magical function for the rest … Read the rest

“Crucial Tip for Artists and Collectors: Why Some Art Sells for $1,000,000 versus $1000” by Debra Hand

baiadmin — Sun, 08 Sep 2019 16:07:00 +0000

“Crucial Tip for Artists and Collectors: Why Some Art Sells for $1,000,000 versus $1000” by Debra Hand

Years ago, coming into the art world as a full time artist, there were two very specific issues I wanted to understand. First, … Read the rest