The Black Modern: African American Artists in Los Angeles in the 1960s and 1970s and Their Impact on Contemporary Art

# South of Pico: African American Artists in Los Angeles in the 1960s and 1970s ## Introduction - Explain the title and the main theme of the book by Kellie Jones - Provide some background information on the historical and social context of Los Angeles in the 1960s and 1970s - Highlight the main contributions and arguments of the book - Preview the structure and content of the article ## Chapter 1: Emerge - Summarize the main points of the first chapter, which focuses on how three artists (Charles White, Betye Saar, and Noah Purifoy) established a strong African American creative presence in Los Angeles - Analyze how these artists used different media, techniques, and styles to express their cultural identity and political views - Provide some examples of their artworks and explain their significance ## Chapter 2: Claim - Summarize the main points of the second chapter, which focuses on how four artists (John Outterbridge, Melvin Edwards, David Hammons, and Maren Hassinger) used assemblage and self-possession to create innovative and powerful artworks - Analyze how these artists challenged the conventional notions of art and aesthetics by incorporating found objects, everyday materials, and personal narratives into their works - Provide some examples of their artworks and explain their significance ## Chapter 3: Organize - Summarize the main points of the third chapter, which focuses on how three groups (the Watts Towers Arts Center, Brockman Gallery, and Studio Z) organized exhibitions, workshops, and events to support and promote African American artists in Los Angeles - Analyze how these groups fostered a sense of community, collaboration, and activism among the artists and the public - Provide some examples of their activities and achievements ## Chapter 4: In Motion - Summarize the main points of the fourth chapter, which focuses on how four artists (Senga Nengudi, Ulysses Jenkins, Barbara McCullough, and Houston Conwill) explored the performative impulse in their artworks - Analyze how these artists used movement, sound, video, and installation to create dynamic and interactive experiences for the viewers - Provide some examples of their artworks and explain their significance ## Conclusion - Recapitulate the main arguments and findings of the book - Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the book - Discuss the implications and relevance of the book for contemporary art and culture ## FAQs - What is the main thesis of South of Pico? - Who are some of the most influential African American artists in Los Angeles in the 1960s and 1970s? - How did these artists respond to the social and political issues of their time? - What are some of the common themes and characteristics of their artworks? - How did these artists influence the development of art movements such as assemblage, performance art, video art, and installation art?

South of Pico: African American Artists in Los Angeles in the 1960s and 1970s Kellie Jones

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