The Art of Father's Day & Racial Justice

This Father's Day will be an especially significant day for African-Americans around the country to honor and connect with the fathers in our communities. Not only have many Black families lost loved ones to Covid-19, some have also lost family members to police brutality. Our heart and prayers go out to George Floyd's children and family; as well as the other African-American family members who have experienced a similar tragedy.

​​ Black visual artists have oftentimes used artistic expression as a way to protest and speak out against the ills of society.  Here are a few art resources to explore as we approach the special day for dads while also protesting racial injustice in America.

"Daddy's Tie" Card by Alicia L. McDaniel
by AliciaMcd1FineArt

Jamal is surrounded by important men in his community, including his father. They teach him about important Black visual artists.

Use our latest coloring page art video to have a coloring party with the special father(s) in your life. You can also use this activity as a way to celebrate Father's Day and discuss the recent protests happening around the world.

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We are excited about our Justice Photograph Art Lesson. Inspired by the black and white photography of Gordon Parks, this lesson is a great way for young artists to practice their photography and graphic design skills. They can also use this art lesson to  have more conversations about the protests and racial injustice happening around the United States.