Harlem+Renaissance+Art



This painting (by Lois Mailou Jones) from the Harlem Renaissance portrays a shady scene of __peace__, which was one of the bases of most paintings and photos from the renaissance. The art of the Harlem Renaissance was mainly focused on movements, and changes in the African-American community. How the artists felt also leads back to the bases that made the art look the way it did. Peace, hope, and love were often felt and portrayed in the art along with happiness.

Influences ranged from parents to fellow African-American artists not yet being recognized. An example would be Aaron Douglas and his influence, which was many role models when he was very young and his mother was supporting his artwork and his creative interests. His most important decision was when he was exposed to Henry Tanner, and African-American printer.

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