Black artists to follow on Instagram now
Discover some of our favourite black artists changing the narrative on representation in the art world.
In the words of Maya Angelou, it's time we appreciate ‘that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength’.
Historically black people have not been well represented in mainstream art. Social media is allowing us to celebrate diversity and culture and allowing black artists to showcase representation. Now more then ever, these voices are being amplified and are gaining more recognition celebrating black culture. This is through increasing representation, cultural understanding and cohesion.
With art institutions recognising the need to diversify their collections and exhibitions, the number of black artists being showcase is slowly increasing. However, your Insta feed is your own exhibition and here are some dope artists you can add to your gram to diversify your collection:
WILLIAMS CHECHET
Image: @williamschechet
Image: @derrick_o_boateng
Image: @bisabutler
Image: @tarnellisart
Image: @malik.roberts.arts
Image: @monicaahanonu
Image: @briapaints
Image: @cigherette
Image: @joylabinjo
Image: @joyyamusangie