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A Celebration of John Wilson

For over six decades, artist John Wilson (1922–2015) created powerful and poetic works that reflected his ongoing quest for racial, social, and economic justice. Join a panel of experts to celebrate Wilson as a global visionary and a truthful voice in response to the turbulent times in which he lived. Take a deep dive into the themes explored throughout the exhibition Witnessing Humanity: The Art of John Wilson and celebrate Wilson’s unparalleled work and vision.

This program is made possible in part by the IFPDA Foundation.


Contributors

Lisa Farrington, curator, art historian
Lowery Stokes Sims, curator, art historian
Derrick Adams, artist
Facilitated by Leslie King-Hammond, artist, curator, art historian


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