At first glance, it can easily seem that the arts has solely been the domain of white men, for white men, until the last hundred or fewer years.  Thankfully, there is plenty of diversity within the history of the arts, if we are willing to seek it out.

This collection includes 30 printable works of art featuring people of color, from a wide range of artists, from the 1400s to the 1800s.  You’ll learn about prominent men and women that were active in the arts world and their communities, and enjoy a glimpse into various cultures and time periods that is interesting and diverse.

You will also receive full page versions of each piece of art, and our ebook How to Use Fine Art Pages in Your Home, which will quickly give you an excellent understanding of how to most easily put these gems to work for the greatest impact and enjoyment for your family.

Henry Ossawa Tanner was the first African-American painter to achieve international acclaim, and his works continue to be a source of beauty and inspiration today.

In this collection you’ll receive over 20 printable works of art that show a wide range of Tanner’s style and subject matter, including family life, religious themes, landscapes, and more.

You will also receive a full page version of the art, as well as our ebook How to Use Fine Art Pages in Your Home, which will quickly give you an excellent understanding of how to most easily put these gems to work for the greatest impact and enjoyment for your family.

Or click here to order this collection printed and shipped to your home. You’ll find it listed in alphabetical order under Henry.

Edmonia Lewis, also known as Wildfire, was an American sculptor of both African-American and Native American heritage. Born free in Upstate New York less than 20 years before the Civil War began, Edmonia rose to international acclaim for her sculptures.

This PDF collection features 8 works of her art. You will also receive our ebook How to Use Fine Art Pages in Your Home, which will quickly give you an excellent understanding of how to most easily put these gems to work for the greatest impact and enjoyment for your family.

Or click here to order this collection printed and shipped to your home. You’ll find it in alphabetical order under Edmonia.

Former slave turned self-taught artist, Bill Traylor’s vibrant, raw drawings uniquely depict African American life and history with profound simplicity and authenticity.

Included are 10 pieces of art in both our traditional Fine Art Pages format, as well as full page versions. You’ll also get our fun and helpful guide, “How to Use Fine Art Pages in Your Home.”

Style: Art Brut

Time Period: 1900s

You can also get this collection printed and shipped to you. Click here and you can find this in alphabetical order under Bill on the order form.

Born into slavery, Joshua Johnson worked as a portrait painter primarily in the Baltimore area. His portraits often depicted prominent individuals, including members of the upper class and political figures. Johnson’s style was influenced by the neoclassical tradition, and he demonstrated skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects.

Despite facing challenges as an African American artist in a society marked by racial discrimination, Johnson’s talent and perseverance allowed him to establish himself as a notable portrait painter. His legacy is significant not only for his artistic contributions but also for breaking barriers in a time when opportunities for African American artists were limited.

Included are 7 pieces of art in both our traditional Fine Art Pages format, as well as full page versions. You’ll also get our fun and helpful guide, “How to Use Fine Art Pages in Your Home.”

Style: Naive art (Primitivism)

Time Period: 1800s

You can also get this collection printed and shipped to you. Click here and you can find this in alphabetical order under Joshua on the order form.