Welcome back Jazz Aficionados to ‘The Urban Flux’ …

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African American Art, Jazz

Greeting’s everyone, thanks for stopping by this spot with 2012 literally just around the corner I’m absolutely elated to join you once again. As you know, 2011 had more then it’s fair share of twists, and trails but I’m grateful to be back in the groove and ready to step into the flow of things musically speaking.

The content on the blog is basically remains the same from a slightly different perspective this time around bridging the components of jazz and African American art that’s attractive, insightful, progressive and inviting to the viewer.

Rob Young | The Urban Flux [… is jazz with abstract xpressions shaped by vibrant and unique voices]

“As the Sun Goes Up” by artist Ann Tanksley

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African American, African American Art, Ann Tanksley

Greetings & welcome Art enthusiast to The Urban Flux. Today I’m enthralled to introduce you to a unique and exciting new artist named Ann Tanksley. Her body of work on canvas is undoubtedly impressive, stunning and unique yet it’s reflective of the imagery portrayed on the pages of our history books. Tanksley’s paintings are moving as she brilliantly entails the plight and poignant experience of blacks journey while living in America.

::-Biography-::
Ann Tanksley’s work tells a story. At times it is an autobiography of her inner spirit melded with her experiences and travels; at other times it is about social injustices and the universal plight of rural workers; yet others, she retells stories that have been told by others as she did in her visual interpretations of the prose of Zora Neal Hurston. She sees herself as a ”social commentator” who would like people to understand her through her work and to understand her point of view. This is perhaps why she has chosen to communicate through the figures of the painting rather though abstract expression, even though her method is not unlike that of the Abstract Expressionists. —aviscafineart.com

Go here, to read the complete biography of Ann Tanksley.

As the Sun Goes Up, 1992 by Ann Tanksley | more paintings …

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E. Peterson W. | Innocence

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African American Art, Art, Culture, Female Artists

Hello everyone, the other day I received a comment from E. Peterson W. in reference to art and discovered in conversation that she’s an artist. With this in mind, we’re beginning the month of December with the work of this prophetic young artist as our featured “Artists of The Week.” Ironically, we where stumped and fascinated after viewing her work and therefore had a very difficult time deciding which piece to feature. So after mulling over Ms. Peterson’s pieces time and again, her latest masterpiece “Innocence” seemed appropriate for this or any occasion from the collection of her wonderful gallery. Enjoy!

E. Peterson W. | Innocence

Description: “I just love painting faces. No matter how deep you look into the eyes of a child, all you see is innocence. The eyes say it all. Especially children’s eyes. Acrylic paint and pastel on paper.”

E. Peterson, Innocence

Nathaniel Barnes | “Free” [Artist of the Week]

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African American, African American Art, Art

Hello everyone, it’s a blessing to be back with another dynamic African American artist. We’re kicking off September with the talented Nathaniel Barnes – The Urban Flux

Nathaniel Barnes -“a talented artist is not one who was taught to be an artist, but one who was born as an artist” Growing up as a child, Nathaniel discovered he had a natural talent for creating things. At an early age, he created numerous inventions. He designed artwork, cars, clothing, electric gadgets etc. – thefinerpieces.com

Nathaniel Barnes | Free [Giclee/Limited Edition]

Nathaniel Barnes

What is Cool?

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African American, African American Art, Jazz. Photography

Kindred Cool is a jazz-based photography project created by Laylah Amatullah Barrayn. This series of portraits uses uses the friendship of Albert Murray, Ralph Ellison and Romare Bearden as inspiration to document the diversity of the contemporary jazz society. – Kindred Cool

Go here, to see these prolific works by Laylah Amatullah Barrayn.

“My Cup Runneth Over” by Annie Lee [Art]

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African American, African American Art, Annie Lee, Art

Once again, we’re grateful for the opportunity to share with another prolific African American artist. Today, we have for you “My Cup Runneth Over” by Annie Lee.

“Annie Lee is an internationally acclaimed artist and gallery owner known to art collectors the world over. Lee learned the ability to focus and stay on task from her childhood, because back then things were done on schedule–laundry on Monday, ironing on Tuesday, and so on.” – Grandpas Art

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“The Conga Player” by Bua [Art]

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African American, African American Art, Street Art

Today, we’ve been blessed to introduce and exciting new urban artist named Justin Bua. Well he’s not exactly new to the scene. However, with one look at his gallery you’ll discover he is without question charismatic in his approach as one of the pioneers of street art. On this day, we’re honored to share with you his latest piece titled “The Conga Player.”

Bua, "The Conga Player"

Dancing Keys by artist Frank Morrison

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African American, African American Art, Graffiti Art

Today from the Flux, we’re delighted to share with you the work of artist Frank Morrison. He is often referred as one of the most aspiring artists of the X Generation. Like many of his peers Morrison began his career as a graffiti artist, which is now termed “Street Art“.

FRANK MORRISON ROMANTIC COLLECTION – DANCING KEYS – [Original]

Frank Morrison, "Dancing Keys"

A new masterpiece from artist Paul Goodnight

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African American Art

We’re delighted to share with you a wonderful new piece of art from the “Color Circle” gallery and the canvas of Paul Goodnight, enjoy!

Paul Goodnight, Bass

National Black Arts Festival

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African American Art, Culture, Dance, Music, What's New?

As an non-profit organization the NBAF ultimate goal is to engage, cultivate and educate diverse audiences about the arts and culture of the African Diaspora and provide opportunities for artistic and creative expression.

The event begins on July 18, through 29!