Girls in the News (2018) Style:Unframed Print (20x20) "Four Girls Walking" is inspired

"Four Girls Walking" is inspired by the much-needed positive news coverage of black children and families in urban neighborhoods that should depict them as vibrant and important to urban renewal efforts

We can trace the brown paper bag test back to slavery when enslavers kept the lighter-skinned enslaved inside

The electric guitar was invented in 1932 and adopted by jazz guitarists who wanted to play single-note solos in large

" inspired by the bold moves young blacks will make to ensure equitable repair of their own lives while protecting the world we all live in

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Girls in the News (2018) Style:Unframed Print (20x20) "Four Girls Walking" is inspiredGirls in the News is a second piece inspired by news coverage of black children and families in inner city neighborhoods that are not typically included as important to "urban renewal' efforts. The picture shows a positive image of girls "together" donning newsprint dresses and blending in as one with their community.