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Black History Month – Celebrating Black Artists

by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 7, 2023
written by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 7, 2023
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February is Black History Month and we are celebrating the work and lives of Black artists. 

Throughout history, the creative contributions of Black artists and countless ethnic groups have been obscured and often overlooked by the art world. The art and artefacts of a society tell a story; it can also encourage inspiration, mobilisation and healing. Black art gives voice to those previously silenced celebrating the beauty and triumph of Black culture.

These selections from our collections explore both the history of Black Art but also the new generation of artists and illustrators making their mark.

E-book link
This book is found at the Edmonton Public Library

For the younger reader

  • Black Artists Shaping the World – This book is an introduction to contemporary artists from Africa and of African descent for young readers.
  • Parker Looks Up: An Extraordinary Moment – A visit to the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC changes the life of young Parker when she views Michelle Obama’s portrait.

Visit our in-person displays

Drop by our Black History Month book displays at our library locations. From African literature, the lives and accomplishments of Black scientists, and Black authors – there is lots to choose from ! Participating library locations: Augustana Library, Bibliothèque Saint-Jean, Cameron Library , Rutherford Library, Sperber Health Sciences and Weir Law Library.

Explore our database collections 

For background research and historical context, I turned to our Art and Design library guide. I found links to suggested art and design databases such as the Getty Library Catalog (open access!) and Oxford Art Online.  Another useful library guide – Equity, Diversity, & Inclusivity: Black Studies . While searching for more information about Black Canadian Artists, I came across this open access database: Canadian Women Artists History Initiative, Concordia University (Montréal, Qc)

Beyond the Library

Enjoy a virtual (or in person) visit to these Canadian art exhibits:

  • Portraits of Resilience in the Rutherford Library galleria! (Feb1-28/2023) Showing the works of Elsa Robinson and Faith Abimbola – Curated by: Dr Philomina Okeke-Ihejirika & Eric Awuah
  • Honouring Canada’s Black Artists This presentation of the work of Black Canadian artists at the Senate honours their substantial contribution to the visual arts in Canada and to the understanding of our diversity and societal interactions. They even have a virtual tour!
  • Black Art Matters This online exhibition celebrates the works of fourteen Black Canadian artists — historical and contemporary—to help change the conversation and build a multi-vocal narrative. 
  • 5 Artists 1 Love 2023  Much closer to home, the Art Gallery of Alberta presents an annual Black History Month celebration of the artistic vibrancy and range of Edmonton’s African-Canadian communities. The goal is to promote emerging and established artists, develop global African arts and cultures, and celebrate African-Canadian brilliance.

Ask us! 

As always, if you are in need of help with any of your library searches… ASK US! 

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Elisabet Ingibergsson

Elisabet has worked at University of Alberta Library since 2015 at Bibliothèque Saint-Jean, Cameron Library and currently at Rutherford Library. She loves exploring our amazing province and beyond in her hand-crafted teardrop camper (which she built herself).

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