Category: Art
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The remarkable journey of Hana S. Sharif, the first Black artistic director of Arena Stage, as she takes on the leadership role at this renowned theater company. Explore her long-held dream, seasoned leadership, and commitment to evolving theater…
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The remarkable story of Leslie Garland Bolling, the first Black artist to be featured in a single-artist exhibition in Virginia. Learn about his journey as a self-taught wood sculptor, his celebrated “Days of the Week” series, and his…
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The life of Naomi Sims, the trailblazing model who made history as the first Black model on the cover of Ladies’ Home Journal. Explore how Sims overcame racial barriers in the modeling industry and expanded beauty ideals through…
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The groundbreaking achievement of India Bradley, the first Black ballerina in 75 years to dance the role of Dewdrop in George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker” at the New York City Ballet. Learn about Bradley’s journey from training at the…
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Discover Danecha’ McKisset, Maryland’s pioneering Black female licensed eyebrow threading esthetician. Explore her journey in revolutionizing the beauty industry, empowering women of color, and setting new standards of excellence in eyebrow threading services
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Meet Giselle Byrd The First Black Transwoman To Lead A Regional Theater Company In The United States
The groundbreaking achievement of Giselle Byrd, the first openly Black transgender woman appointed as the Executive Director of Boston’s The Theater Offensive. Explore her vast expertise in theater and film, her historic role in the Tribeca Chanel Filmmaker…
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The trailblazing journey of Beverly Johnson, the first Black woman to grace the cover of Vogue in 1974. Discover her impact on the modeling industry, overcoming adversity, and the pressure of being a racial barrier breaker.
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The remarkable journey of Alek Wek, the first Black model who defied conventional beauty standards. Explore her impact on the fashion industry, breaking barriers with her non-Caucasian features. Learn about Wek’s enduring legacy, humanitarian efforts, and her advocacy…
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28-year-old Ghanaian artist Prince Gyasi becomes the inaugural Black photographer for the iconic Pirelli calendar. Explore his “Timelessness” theme, capturing diverse icons like Naomi Campbell and Amanda Gorman through an African lens.
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The inspiring story of Diébédo Francis Kéré, the first Black architect to win the prestigious Pritzker Prize in its 43-year history. From a remote village in Burkina Faso to global acclaim, Kéré’s journey is marked by a commitment…
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