Linda Mickens
Art As Activism
Sculptures and hand made inspirational pieces created by social art activist Linda Mickens
Born in Newark, NJ, in 1954, my focus is on the African American experiences in this country.
Deeply inspired by the sounds of black folk and my southern roots. The blues, jazz, gospel–the familiar sound of cloth scraping across a washing board, and Grandma’s laughter.
I use sculpture as a tool to put in form my idea of our experiences, and my work continues to evolve, as I continue to love, learn, live and embrace all of life.
– Linda Mickens
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Recent Articles
- Artist Finds The Balance
- Three Artists Lead With The Heart
- Amplify The Arts Raises The Barn
- Black Power Exhibition at Southampton African American Museum
- CAW Show Makes Freedom Visible
- Spaces Within — Summer Invitational at City Gallery
- In Edgewood, "Everyday Angels" Bless The Year Ahead
- New Haven art exhibit celebrates ‘diversity within Blackness’
- At Ely Center, “Truth In Three Colors” Gets To The Heart Of The Matter
- Everyday Angels Get Their Wings
- The Jesuit and Episcopal Connection to Slavery exhibit
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Handmade original angels made from mostly recycled materials