Die Publikation "Faith Ringgold - Politics / Power" bietet einen Überblick über das Werk von Faith Ringgold zwischen 1967 und 1981. Sie enthält Zitate der Künstlerin, Abbildungen ihrer Kunst sowie unveröffentlichte Arbeiten. Ringgolds Engagement für Bürgerrechte, Feminismus und die Black Arts Movement wird hervorgehoben.
The main character of Coretta Scott King Award and Caldecott Honor winner Tar Beach takes flight once again, encountering Harriet Tubman and learning about the Underground Railroad.Cassie, who flew above New York in Tar Beach , soars into the sky once more. This time, she and her brother Be Be meet a train full of people, and Be Be joins them. But the train departs before Cassie can climb aboard. With Harriet Tubman as her guide, Cassie retraces the steps escaping slaves took on the real Underground Railroad and is finally reunited with her brother at the story's end.
Ringgold recounts the dream adventure of eight-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot, who flies above her apartment-building rooftop, the 'tar beach' of the title, looking down on 1939 Harlem. Part autobiographical, part fictional, this allegorical tale sparkles with symbolic and historical references central to African-American culture. The spectacular artwork resonates with color and texture. Children will delight in the universal dream of mastering one's world by flying over it.
African American artist Faith Ringgold narrates the events of her life from her childhood in 1930s Harlem to her stellar careers as both a best-selling children's writer and well-respected artist whose story quilts are displayed in museums worldwide.
The story features a talking bus that takes Marcie on a magical journey to school, where she discovers the significance of Rosa Parks in the civil rights movement. Along the way, Marcie learns about history and activism, culminating in a special encounter with Rosa Parks at her birthday party, surrounded by notable figures. This imaginative narrative blends education with enchantment, highlighting the importance of civil rights through a young girl's perspective.
Acclaimed artist and Caldecott-winning picture book creator Faith Ringgold shares an inspiring look at America's lineage in this stunning ode to our country--past, present, and future. America is a land of diversity. Whether driven by dreams and hope, or escaping poverty or persecution, our ancestors--and the faces of America today--represent people from every reach of the globe. And each person brought with them a unique gift--of art and music; of determination and grit; of ideas and strength--that forever shaped the country we all call home. Vividly evoked in Faith Ringgold's sumptuous colors and patterns, WE CAME TO AMERICA is an ode to every American who came before us, and a tribute to the children who will carry its message into our future.
In My Dream of Martin Luther King, Faith Ringgold brings her unique artistic sensibility to the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the history of the Civil Rights movement.Narrating the book in her own voice, Ms. Ringgold describes a dream she has about Martin Luther King. It's a dream that includes scenes of segregation and protest--which, in a brilliant leap of imagination, she imagines King experiencing as a child--and scenes from King's adult life, from the Montgomery bus boycott to the March on Washington to his assassination. Framing this dream is a uniquely personal vision of Ms. Ringgold's own in which she visualizes the people of the world gathering in King's memory to trade in their prejudice, fear, and hate for hope, peace, and love--the fulfillment of King's dream of nonviolent social change. Cover excerpt, My Dream of Martin Luther King by Faith Ringgold, Crown Publishers, New York 1995.
The story follows Cassie, the protagonist from Tar Beach, as she guides readers through her home, neighborhood, and school, introducing a wealth of new vocabulary along the way. Each beautifully designed spread features unique quilt motifs, captivating young readers with vibrant colors. The engaging narrative supports pre-reading skills, making it an ideal choice for story hours and a valuable addition to any home library. The book's layout and educational focus cater to both younger children and those beginning to explore reading.
Set in a vibrant fairground, the story invites readers into a world filled with wonder and excitement. Characters from diverse backgrounds converge, each with their own dreams and struggles, creating a tapestry of human experience. Themes of community, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness are woven throughout as they navigate the challenges of life. The narrative captures the magic of the carnival, highlighting the importance of connection and the joy found in shared moments.
Faith Ringgold, born 1930 in Harlem, New York is a painter, mixed media sculptor, performance artist, writer, teacher and lecturer. She received her B. S. and M. A. degrees in visual art from the City College of New York in 1955 and 1959. Professor Emeritus of Art at the University of California in San Diego, Ringgold has received 23 Honorary Doctorates.