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The first complete bibliography of illustrations and jacket art of Aaron Douglas, who created the visual vocabulary of the Harlem Renaissance

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Aaron Douglas (May 26, 1899-February 3, 1979) was a painter and art instructor. Douglas was a leading artistic member of the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s. His artworks often contain Afrocentric imagery and address issues related to racial issues in the United States. Douglas was born in Topeka, Kansas. He received a BFA

Sargent Claude Johnson - 'Chester' 1930 – A collection of African American artworks, primarily focused on ceramic and sculptural pieces. As I delved into the various Afro American art genres that I was able to source, I was reminded of Ernie Barnes iconic album cover “Sugar Shack “ for Marvin Gaye's 1976 recording “ I want You”. The tapestry of black dancers depicted a writhing sensual embodiment of the human soul, captured by a collective primordial rhythm in motion. The newer art is still an affirmation of enthralling movement and colours and it was gratifying to discover it again,

Aaron Douglas, (born May 26, 1899, Topeka, Kansas, U.S.—died February 2, 1979, Nashville, Tennessee), American painter and graphic artist who played a leading role in the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s. After receiving a bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska in 1922, Douglas returned briefly to his native Kansas to teach art. By 1925 he had moved to New York City, where he joined a burgeoning arts scene in Harlem. He studied with the German-born artist Winold Reiss and received several commissions for magazine illustrations. His first major commission—to illustrate Alain Locke’s book The New Negro (1925)—quickly prompted requests

Aaron Douglas (May 26, 1899-February 3, 1979) was a painter and art instructor. Douglas was a leading artistic member of the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s. His artworks often contain Afrocentric imagery and address issues related to racial issues in the United States. Douglas was born in Topeka, Kansas. He received a BFA

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Aaron Douglas (May 26, 1899-February 3, 1979) was a painter and art instructor. Douglas was a leading artistic member of the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s. His artworks often contain Afrocentric imagery and address issues related to racial issues in the United States. Douglas was born in Topeka, Kansas. He received a BFA

Listing for a ROLL OF CANVAS or PREMIUM PAPER You'll find a STRETCHED CANVAS for this Painting in our Store, or ask for a CUSTOM ORDER and/or ASSISTANCE Museum Quality Reproduction Painting: (1936) Aspiration, Oil on Canvas Artist: Aaron Douglas (1899 – 1979) was an African-American painter, illustrator and visual arts educator MASTERPIECE WORKS OF ART REPRODUCED TO MUSEUM QUALITY PAINTINGS ARE PRINTED ON HEAVYWEIGHT PROFESSIONAL CANVAS AND/OR SATIN PAPER USING "GICLEE" TECHNIQUE ALL PAINTINGS HAVE A WHITE CANVAS AND/OR MATTE PAPER BORDER OF 1.75" AROUND THE IMAGE DIFFERENT SIZES AVAILABLE - CLICK ON SIZE TAB TO MAKE YOUR SELECTION - (ABOVE QUANTITY TAB) Canvas - (410g/m2, heavyweight bright white acid-free cotton) Satin Premium Paper - (190g/m2, print quality 1200 dpi) Almost any size is available, if you have another size in mind, contact us, and we'll give you the details. DETAILS Printed with vivera pigmented inks, designed to create vibrant color images that resist fading. Designed to meet galleries and museum longevity requirements and ensure consistency of shades 200 years old. GICLEE ART This giclée print delivers a vivid image with maximum color accuracy and exceptional resolution. The standard for museums and galleries around the world, giclée is a printing process where millions of ink droplets are "sprayed" onto high-quality surface. With the great degree of detail and smooth transitions of color gradients, giclée prints appear much more realistic than other reproduction prints. SHIPPING - TRACKING NUMBER WILL BE SUPPLIED - SHIPPED IN A STRONG CARDBOARD TUBE TO PROTECT THE CONTENTS FROM DAMAGE - FULLY INSURED USA - Expedited Parcel FREE SHIPPING (Any Size) - 2 - 10 Business Days  Canada - Expedited Parcel FREE SHIPPING (Any Size) - 2 - 10 Business Days  Outside USA & Canada $24.99 (Any Size) - 7 - 15 Business Days  100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

Sargent Claude Johnson - 'Chester' 1930 – A collection of African American artworks, primarily focused on ceramic and sculptural pieces. As I delved into the various Afro American art genres that I was able to source, I was reminded of Ernie Barnes iconic album cover “Sugar Shack “ for Marvin Gaye's 1976 recording “ I want You”. The tapestry of black dancers depicted a writhing sensual embodiment of the human soul, captured by a collective primordial rhythm in motion. The newer art is still an affirmation of enthralling movement and colours and it was gratifying to discover it again,

Over the past 4 years I've covered all types and nationalities of painters, photographers, illustrators, cartoonists, sculptors, but unless I'm overlooking something I haven't yet covered a black artist. Black musicians and poets - yes, painter - no. I shall rectify that now! Aaron Douglas, "The Father of African-American Art." I didn't choose him because of the title bestowed by his peers and those influenced by his example, but rather because I love his work and style. What better reason? His style is described in an exhibition catalogue as "combining angular cubist rhythms, seductive art deco style, and traditional African and African American imagery to develop his own unique visual vocabulary”. From a short biography HERE Aaron Douglas was born on May 26,1899 in Topeka, Kansas. He was a baker's son at a time when a black was expected to be a servant or a laborer. However, Topeka had a thriving black community. They followed progressive intellectual and social doctrines and had strong leadership which provided Douglas with many role models at an early age. Douglas was encouraged at an early age by his mother to continue his creative interest in art. His most serious decision in becoming an artist came from his exposure to the African-American printer, Henry Ossawa Tanner. Douglas educated himself despite many obstacles. He joined the exodus to the north after high school, in order to earn money to pursue a college degree. In 1917 he attended the University of Nebraska. He graduated from Nebraska with a B.A. in Fine Arts in 1922. Douglas taught art at Lincoln High School in Topeka for two years. Douglas was then accepted as the illustrator for Dr. Alain Locke's new book, The New Negro, published in 1925. Douglas and his wife, Alta, went to Paris, France, where he expanded his knowledge of painting and sculpture. In Paris, Douglas got a chance to meet his idol Henry Ossawa Tanner. On his return to the U.S. in 1928, Douglas became the first president of the Harlem Artists Guild. In 1929 he traveled to Chicago to create a mural for the Shermon Hotel's College Inn Ballroom. At the end of 1930 Douglas created another mural for Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee. For his efforts, Douglas became known as the "Dean" among his fellow students. From 1939 to 1966 Douglas was a professor of Art at Fisk University. He later became department head before he retired in 1966. Aaron Douglas is probably best known for Aspects of Negro Life, a series of four murals completed under the sponsorship of the Works Progress Adminstration in 1934. The murals trace the history of African Americans from Africa through their migration to America's northern cities. In Aspects of Negro Life: Song of the Towers, Douglas presents jazz iconically in the figure of the saxophone player. The musician is an emblem of the intersections of African heritage, African American culture, and national identity. A 12 noon chart has to suffice as I can find no time of birth for Mr. Douglas. Born 26 May 1899 in Topeka, Kansas. Sun, Pluto and and Neptune in Gemini opposed by Moon (more than likely), Saturn and Uranus from Sagittarius. Mercury and Venus, planets of communication and the arts respectively were in Taurus, home sign for Venus and arguably one the most appropriate placements of Venus for an artist of any kind. The Taurus planets are opposed by Jupiter from Scorpio. So, all in all the chart is dominated by oppositions indicating a "see-saw" dynamic: the need to constantly react until, with experience, it becomes clear that compromise between two opposing forces of the personality is the key to peace of mind. I wouldn't presume to guess what opposing forces were involved in Mr. Douglas's case, but being born long before racial integration in the US must have presented him with a feeling of "being in two minds" about many matters, in spite of the fact that he was fortunate in growing up within the support of a thriving black community. His work, while celebrating his roots, records the wrongs and hardships his fellow African Americans have faced. THE CREATION NOAH's ARK INTO HUMAN BONDAGE REBIRTH

The Crisis, May 1927 Cover illustration: Aaron Douglas Source: AIGA

Aaron Douglas (May 26, 1899-February 3, 1979) was a painter and art instructor. Douglas was a leading artistic member of the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 1930s. His artworks often contain Afrocentric imagery and address issues related to racial issues in the United States. Douglas was born in Topeka, Kansas. He received a BFA

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This post is founded upon a visit I made to the Saint Louis Art Museum in January. It focuses upon the works of the African-American artist Aaron Douglas. This post is made possible by the policies…

Douglas’ afrofuturism could almost be described as a kind of deco-futurism, with heavy emphasis on African symbolism and history.