15. Henry Osawwa Tanner

His mother was born a slave, but escaped to Pennsylvania via the Underground Railroad and was a free woman by the time he was born. And although he wanted to establish himself in the art world, the legacy of slavery overshadowed him. In painting African-American subjects, he wanted to give them a better legacy. In this episode, we'll talk about Henry Ossawa Tanner, and one of his most famous works, The Banjo Lesson.

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Art History doesn't have to be dull and boring! Let your kids and teens learn about the different art eras and get to "know" some of the famous artists, by joining veteran homeschool mom and artist, Alisha Gratehouse, and her daughter, Olivia, on a FUN, artsy tour across the centuries as we peek into the lives of some of the most creative minds of all time! Perfect for homeschool morning time, car-schooling or as a complement to your in-depth art study.