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The theme of social protest remained a consistent focus for jacob lawrence throughout his career. in the 1960s lawrence was inspired by news reports and photographs, including images of segregated lunch counter sit-ins and stories of the freedom riders in the civil rights movement. from the 1970s onward, lawrence's work focused less explicitly on contemporary social issues.
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Jacob Lawrence (September 7, 1917 – June 9, 2000) was an African-American painter known for his portrayal of African-American life. He was one of the most renowned African American painters of his time. As well as a painter he was a storyteller, interpreter, and he was an educator. Lawrence referred to his style as "dynamic cubism", though by his own account the primary influence was not so much French art as the shapes and colors of Harlem. He brought the African-American experience to life using blacks and browns juxtaposed with vivid colors. He also taught and spent 16 years as a professor at the University of Washington. The theme of social protest remained a consistent focus for Jacob Lawrence throughout his career. in the 1960s. Lawrence was inspired by news reports and photographs, including images of segregated lunch counter sit-ins and stories of the freedom riders in the civil rights movement. From the 1970s onward, Lawrence's work focused less explicitly on contemporary social issues. In his images of Harlem, Lawrence painted his vision of poverty, crime, racial tensions, and police brutality based on his experience of urban life around him. But not only did he paint the hardships of African Americans he also portrayed a vibrant, thriving community and the aspirations of its people. He often called upon unique African American experiences that African Americans lived. Lawrence strove to communicate human struggles and aspirations that resonated with diverse viewers. He charted a unique path, telling poignant stories of migration, war, and mental illness, among others, and would become a powerful influence on younger African Americans and African artists.
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