Thank You for Visiting at ArtPrize!
Still I Rise by Herschell Turner
ArtPrize 2010 has come to its conclusion. Herschell Turner wishes to thank all the folks who visited and voted for his artwork which was hanging from September 22 through October 10, 2010 at the WMCAT
(West Michigan Center for Arts & Technology).
Laser prints, open edition Giclée prints, and limited edition Giclée prints are now available for order!
The work is a mini mural using mixed medium on canvas, and depicts the perseverance of the black man’s struggle in the mainstream of American History.
ARTIST’S STATEMENT
From living peacefully back home in the cities and villages of West Africa, millions of humans were transported by force to the shores of North America. Enslaved and worked until death took them away, these Africans submitted to untold cruelties for over 200 years.
Upon being taught the message of the Bible, some determined that they would see freedom and justice from their captors. Thus, we had rebellions, then the Underground Railroad, where some Blacks, with the aid of some Whites escaped. Black Codes and Jim Crow laws ensued and justice eluded the formerly enslaved.
The quest for justice went to the courts and the administrative system, where laws finally were passed to try and ensure justice for Blacks. Today, a Black is the head of this nation, yet justice still eludes the majority of Black Americans after 399 years. Where is the love? Where is the justice?
Still I Rise – ArtPrize 2010
Still I Rise by Herschell Turner
Herschell Turner has created a new painting especially for ArtPrize 2010 titled Still I Rise.
The work is a mini mural using mixed medium on canvas, and depicts the perseverance of the black man’s struggle in the mainstream of American History. The piece will be on display from September 22 through October 10, 2010 at the WMCAT — West Michigan Center for Arts & Technology.
WMCAT –West Michigan Center for Arts & Technology
98 E Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
To vote up for Still I Rise:
Text UP: 51111
Visit Herschell’s profile on the ArtPrize website:
www.artprize.org/artists/public-profile/51147
Artist’s Statement:
From living peacefully back home in the cities and villages of West Africa, millions of humans were transported by force to the shores of North America. Enslaved and worked until death took them away, these Africans submitted to untold cruelties for over 200 years.
Upon being taught the message of the Bible, some determined that they would see freedom and justice from their captors. Thus, we had rebellions, then the Underground Railroad, where some Blacks, with the aid of some Whites escaped. Black Codes and Jim Crow laws ensued and justice eluded the formerly enslaved.
The quest for justice went to the courts and the administrative system, where laws finally were passed to try and ensure justice for Blacks. Today, a Black is the head of this nation, yet justice still eludes the majority of Black Americans after 399 years. Where is the love? Where is the justice?
To vote up for Still I Rise:
Text UP: 51111
Explore the Gallery
As The Sun Goes Down - by artist Herschell Turner
We invite you to explore the online Gallery of Herschell’s exquisite work.
Enjoy images depicting the beauty of the African spirit, the Black West, Musicians and Historic Figures. More pieces will be posted in the next week – so please bookmark this page for a return visit.
Interested in purchasing a print?
Please contact Herschell via email or call the Studio at 616-364-1615. Prints, open edition giclees and limited edition giclees are available for purchase.
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New Website In Development
7 Faces - by artist Herschell Turner
Artist Herschell C. Turner is pleased to offer his audience a new way to appreciate his beautiful works of art – via the Internet! While the website is still undergoing a bit of development, please feel free to explore. Learn a bit about Herschell and view his beautiful works of art.
Feel free to contact the artist with any questions you may have – he’d love to hear from you!
