"Exploring the Lasting Legacy of the Harlem Renaissance Through Art"
TL;DR
Six artists reflect on the enduring impact of the Harlem Renaissance, with Derek Fordjour and Xaviera Simmons discussing how the movement has influenced their work. Fordjour, inspired by the contributions of Harlem Renaissance artists, incorporates their techniques and styles into his own art, feeling an obligation to bring their legacy to light. Simmons, while acknowledging the celebrated figures of the movement, also highlights the erasure of queer femmes and the oppression against women during that time, particularly in relation to Jacob Lawrence's "Migration Series."
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