CRITICALLY RECOGNIZED African American artists are introducing their work to wider audiences through accessible products and design. objects sold at museum, galleries, and other outlets. Major exhibitions of Faith Ringgold, Henry Taylor, and Nick Cave this year have inspired skateboard decks , hoodies, boxed note cards, and fine china plates. Artist Kehinde Wiley’s online shop continues to introduce new products featuring his acclaimed portraits with sales benefitting Black Rock Senegal, the artist residency program Wiley established in Dakar, Senegal in 2019. The Studio Museum in Harlem recently announced an exclusive collection dedicated to Barkley L. Hendricks, including art prints, a tea towel, silk scarf, and jewelry inspired by the late artist’s powerful portraits.
