The Black Art Depot Today

Here is video featuring C’Babi Bayoc from Wall Ball 2008.  This event was held at the 3rd Degree Glass Factory in St. Louis, MO and benefitted the St. Louis City Open Studio and Gallery.

Another video featuring David Garibalidi.  This interview if from the 4C The Power event:

Interview with David Garibaldi

This Black Art Video features the artist and icon known as Justin Bua.  Though it is short video it does a good job of summarizing who Justin Bua is and how he has impacted the world of art.  It features the art of Justin Bua and images and videos from one of his exhibitions at the Limited Addiction Gallery in Denver, Colorado.

BUA @ Limited Addiction Gallery

Dizzy Gillespie Photos, Posters & Art Prints

This week we celebrate the life John Birks “Dizzy” Gillespie.  The legendary trumpeter was one of the founders of Afro-Cuban Jazz and one of the prime architects of the Bebop movement.  He was born on October 21, 1917 in Cheraw, South Carolina.

Favorite Dizzy Gillespie Quote

“It’s taken my all my life to learn what not to play.”

Dizzy Gillespie Video

Additional Resources

Wikipedia: Dizzy Gillespie

Jazz & Blues Masters: Dizzie Gillespie

Dizzy Gillespie Art Prints & Posters

African American Birthday Cards

Our assorted African American Birthday Card Box Set is our featured collectible the week.  This box set is valued at $21.00 and we are retailing the birthday cards for only $9.99.  The box set consists of 12 greeting cards that all feature beautiful African American images and themes.  It is the perfect way to send birthday wishes to your family and friends.  View and purchase this box set in our African American All Occasion Card Collection today!

On Nov. 4th, 2008 our new calendar inspired by Barack Obama and his historic movement and achievements will be available.  This 16 month 2009 wall calendar is 12″ x 12″ in size and is the perfect way to show your support for this candidate and what will be his historic accomplishment.  It features Barack Obama and the elders that paved the way for him.  This calendar will be available in our African American Calendar Collection for pre-orders but will not begin shipping until at least Nov. 4th.

Title: Diva
Artist: Keith Mallett
Size: 11×14 inches
Medium: Limited Edition Giclee on Canvas
Edition Size: 200
Price: $150.00

Our featured art print this week comes from the legendary artist Keith Mallett and is entitled “Diva”.  This is a limited edition print that would be perfect for you home or jazz club.  Visit our Keith Mallett Art Gallery to view this and other incredible art by Keith Mallet.  Also visit our Keith Mallett Biography to learn more about this outstanding artist.

Effective immediately, The Black Art Depot will no longer accept personal checks as a payment method.  We will only accept Certified Cashier’s Checks or Money Orders, VISA, Mastercard, Paypal, American Express & Discover.  If you have any questions, comments or concerns regarding this policy please feel free to contact our office at: 678-916-6545.

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African American Santa Claus Collectibles - Large Candy Tray

Title: Black Santa Claus Candy Tray (Large)
Price: 19.00

The featured collectible for this week is this lovely Black Santa Claus Candy Tray (Large Size).  It is the perfect addition for the desk or table at your office or home during the upcoming holidays.  Decorative and Functional, this candy tray can help you usher in the holiday spirit in your image and likeness.   Enjoy this and the other African American Christmas Decorations on our site today.

Kadir Nelson: Black Heritage Stamp - Anna Julia Cooper

Postal Service unveils new stamp tonight in Birmingham
By: Birmingham News

The U.S. Postal Service will unveil in Birmingham tonight the 32nd stamp in its Black Heritage series.

USPSNew stamp in Black Heritage series The stamp, honoring Anna Julia Cooper, will be displayed for the first time at the 92nd anniversary reception for the Journal of African-American History.

Cooper, an educator, scholar, feminist and activist, fought for social justice and civil rights for black women, young people and the poor through her scholarship, community outreach and innovative educational leadership.

The stamp features a portrait of Cooper created by Kadir Nelson, who based his painting on an undated photograph.

Additional Resources

Anna Julia Cooper: George Washington University Biography