This #BlackHistoryMonth
, we're highlighting some talented black artists that share their work across Facebook and Instagram. Through their art, they're addressing issues like race and identity, lifting up their communities and inspiring all of us.
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"My work is a tribute to those born without legacy, those stripped of legacies, and those who are silenced and story-less. I hope to acknowledge how pivotal our voices are to our collective histories and our connected futures."
@macabrii#BlackHistoryMonth
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“My art is a combination of fashion, photography, and my attitude. In a world where it’s challenging to be yourself, I tell stories to empower those who fear criticism for following their own path.” -
@anibaddie https://www.instagram.com/baddieani/#BlackHistoryMonth
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“I felt extremely sad and frustrated hearing about little black girls being sent home because of their hair styles. I wanted to find a way to express these emotions so I put everything I wanted to say in my work.” -
@tawnychatmon#BHM
https://www.facebook.com/tawnychatmon/ pic.twitter.com/qOgjgljEdW
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"My work focuses on African women, their health, education, sexuality and addressing beauty standards. With the stories entrusted to me, I am passionate about ethically representing people as who they truly are." -
@YagazieEmezi#BHM
https://www.facebook.com/yagazie.emezi/ pic.twitter.com/fUruTcucwk
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“My artwork derives from a place of imagining the various psychological challenges and endurance of early Black Americans. I'm inspired by their strength and will, and vision they had for the future.” -
@rjatweeting#BHM
https://www.instagram.com/ronald_jackson_artworks/ …pic.twitter.com/GQw2n2OWFt
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Is there a way to get help for my account problem??? I tried to contact facebook many times, many ways but never, NEVER got an answer
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I have a problem too there seems to be no way to contact a real person? My posts keep disappearing from Timeline
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I love your work
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