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    Black History Month – Celebrating Black Artists

    by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 7, 2023
    written by Elisabet Ingibergsson

    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, Scott 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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  • Primary Sources Highlighting Black History

    by Erin Sanderman February 24, 2022
    by Erin Sanderman February 24, 2022

    For those of us interested in learning more about an aspect of history, primary sources are invaluable to understanding past societies and events. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, a primary source is a document, image, map, object or information source contemporary to an era or event. They offer a window into various historical periods by capturing aspects them as expressed by those living through them – not unlike a time machine.…

  • Black History Month – Books to read throughout the year

    by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 22, 2022
    by Elisabet Ingibergsson February 22, 2022

    February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month What better way to celebrate Black History throughout the year than with book suggestions to add to your own reading wishlist?  In this virtual book display, we selected books published in the past couple of years that shine a light on the Black Canadian experience.  From poetry to biography,  short stories to non-fiction we hope that you enjoy these suggestions.   Poetry…

  • Black Canadians in Music

    by Hanne Pearce February 15, 2022
    by Hanne Pearce February 15, 2022

    As a music lover, I have always cherished the many resources the library provides for those who want to learn more about different musicians and genres. In addition to musical scores, the library subscribes to many streaming databases and has an extensive collection of CDs and LP vinyl that you can request and put on hold with your OneCard. As it is Black History Month, I sat down with Lucinda Johnston, our…

  • Hidden Gems: AllAfrica

    by Junelle Mah February 10, 2022
    by Junelle Mah February 10, 2022

    The University of Alberta Library subscribes to numerous databases that are core for certain disciplines, but also really deserving of wider attention. Here is one of those gems in honour of Black History Month… AllAfrica.com is best described in their own words as, “a voice of, by and about Africa – aggregating, producing and distributing news and information from over 140 African news organizations and our own reporters to an African and…

  • BHM: Celebrating Black Feminist Thought

    by Erin Sanderman February 3, 2022
    by Erin Sanderman February 3, 2022

    “Usually, when people talk about the “strength” of black women . . . . they ignore the reality that to be strong in the face of oppression is not the same as overcoming oppression, that endurance is not to be confused with transformation.” ― bell hooks The world has been blessed by the existence of many extraordinary Black women who have called out the ongoing injustices that plague society. The history and…

  • Technology, Algorithms and the Internet in relation to race

    by Guest Author February 23, 2021
    by Guest Author February 23, 2021

    This blog post was written by Cameron Library ISS Grace Romanow as part of our continuing Black History Month series exploring Black Futures. One of the most beautiful things about technology is that it’s accessible to everyone… or is it?  What happens when the algorithm used in the creation of technology is skewed against people of colour; when the data used to train artificial intelligence is already biased against minorities based on…

  • Le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs: Des Resources en Français

    by Alèthe K. February 22, 2021
    by Alèthe K. February 22, 2021

    L’histoire du noire évolue différemment selon les localités géographiques à travers le monde. Sur certains continents ou régions, la population noire est native ou à poser racine il ya des siècles pendant que sur d’autres la présence de population noire est relativement plus récente. A l’occasion du mois de Février déclaré le Mois de l’histoire du noire, il nous est donné une chance de faire une pause et de nous immerger dans…

  • NOUVELLE BASE DE DONNÉES EN LIBRE ACCÈS : BLACK FREEDOM STRUGGLE IN THE UNITED STATES

    by Erin Sanderman February 18, 2021
    by Erin Sanderman February 18, 2021

    Comprendre le passé est un moyen efficace pour éviter de le répéter. En essayant d’être un meilleur allié des membres de la communauté Noire, j’ai trouvé particulièrement éclairant d’apprendre et de comprendre la difficulté du cheminement vers l’équité et les droits civils; et que ce chemin, malheureusement, est toujours parcouru. Si vous êtes comme moi, et que vous cherchez à comprendre comment nous sommes arrivés là, nous avons quelques ressources pour vous.…

  • L’ACTIVISME POUR LE FUTUR DU NOIR

    by Amy Southgate February 17, 2021
    by Amy Southgate February 17, 2021

    Cette année, nous avons adopté une approche différente du Mois de l’histoire des Noirs à la bibliothèque, en recadrant notre attention du passé vers un avenir pour les Noirs. La route vers un avenir pour les noirs peut sembler longue et impraticable, mais il y a lieu de garder de l’optimisme! Cette collection présente des œuvres sur les mouvements militants contemporains qui peuvent servir à la fois de carte et d’inspiration sur…

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