Welcome to The Body of Art Collection
Showcasing incredible talent and celebrating top African American artists globally!
Featured Artists
SALAAM MUHAMMAD
Salaam Muhammad’s artwork is shaped by his upbringing in Elizabeth, New Jersey. “My pieces are an accumulation of life lessons and experiences, history, self-discovery, observations, and knowledge,” he explains. “What started out as a mere form of expression to pass the time grew into my life’s work and a means of encouraging and inspiring the black community.” Over the years, Salaam has developed a newfound sense of spirituality. His art has a purpose that goes beyond humanity. “God doesn’t just give us gifts for show or for vain purposes; with them comes great responsibility,” he says. As his wisdom and sense of purpose evolves, his art does too. --- Soul Vision Magazine
image "You're Enough"
KEVIN A. WILLIAMS (WAK)
KEVIN WILLIAMS
Visual Historian --- Oh to be young, gifted and black...Kevin's talent is limitless. He is one of the best selling artists of African American prints in the country. Many collectors know the artist as WAK (Kevin's initials backwards). Kevin pushes himself to tell our stories visually. He documents our pain, triumphs, beauty, love, family and so much more. I'm so proud to have worked with Kevin for over 20 years.
image "Reclaimed"
MONIQUE LUCK
Acrylic, fabric, found paper, oil and wire are incorporated in Luck’s artwork. The stories and messages from the community are woven into the fabric of each piece. Stunning is one word that describes the work of this phenomenal artist. Monique has been a part of the Body of Art Collection for over 15 years. Her work is layered with hidden words, fabrics and textures. Each piece draws us in and we are taken on a journey through the eyes of this amazing artist.
image "I Always Wanted to Get Lost in Your Smile..."
The Jacob Lawrence Collection
Jacob Lawrence
Jacob Lawrence is among the best-known twentieth century African American painters, a distinction shared with Romare Bearden. Lawrence was only in his 20’s when his “Migration Series” made him nationally famous. The series of paintings was featured in a 1941 issue of Fortune Magazine. The series depicted the epic Great Migration of blacks to the North. Jacob Lawrence’s bold, graphic paintings imbue their African American subjects with vast emotional depth. The artist’s socially engaged, narratively rich works drew on the legacies of Social Realism and Mexican Murualism. Inspired by the ethos of the Harlem Renaissance, Lawrence depicted icons of Black liberation such as Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass, and he also rendered his mid-century Harlem community at large. His 60-panel “The Migration of the Negro” series (1940–41)—arguably his most famous work—depicts the Depression-era flight of Black southerners to northern states. Lawrence became one of the first Black artists to be represented by a mainstream, downtown New York City gallery. His work belongs in the collections of the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Smithsonian American Art Museum. the Museum of Modern Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago among others. In 1998 he received Washington State’s highest honor, The Washington Medal of Merit. He was awarded the US National Medal of the Arts in 1990. His work is in the permanent collections of numerous museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum, and the Brooklyn Museum.In May of 2007, the White House Historical Association (via the White House Acquisition Trust) purchased Lawrence’s The Builders (1947) for $2.5 million at auction. The painting now hangs in the White House Green Room. Jacob Lawrence died June 9, 2000 at the age of 82.
Body of Art is pleased to offer access to rare serigraphs signed and numbered by Jacob Lawrence.
The Body of Art Experience
Ordinary Art is Not Allowed
Ordinary Art is Not Allowed
Ordinary Art is Not Allowed
Art is very personal. Each piece may be interpreted differently by the person viewing it. We believe our collection represents the best of the best. There is something for everyone...and if you don't find it here, we will search until we find just the right piece for you.
WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS FOCUS
Ordinary Art is Not Allowed
Ordinary Art is Not Allowed
Adinkra Creations- Natalie Stokes-Peters is the creative founder and artist. Her handmade designer cards, journals, wine bags and other creations are EXQUISTE! Natalie can create one-of-a-kind gifts for special friends and loved ones. Please support her business and mention BOA. #womensupportingwomen
All About Framing
THINK BEFORE YOU PINK!
THINK BEFORE YOU PINK!
Framing art can be as expensive as the artwork! Here's a great article on framing. Choosing the Right Frame.
THINK BEFORE YOU PINK!
THINK BEFORE YOU PINK!
THINK BEFORE YOU PINK!
Each day over 116 women and men die from Metastatic Breast Cancer. Pink has become more than a symbol, it is now big business with ZERO dollars going to actually finding a cure.
The Susan G. Komen Foundation donates less than 20% of funds raised to Breast Cancer Research. I urge you to pay attention to who you support and where the money goes.
Breast Cancer Research Foundation or Metavivor are dedicated to finding a cure.
For More information please visit
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