the only portrait I ever painted of my momma was stolen
Taylor, Henry
Chronicles the life and work of African American artist Henry Taylor, offering a survey of over 200 of his portraits and street scenes and offering criticism on their meaning and importance in society.
In entries arranged alphabetically by creator, showcases the work of over one hundred independent African American comic writers and artists, representing a cross-section of genres and styles.
At the library Charles looks carefully at the picture books the librarians give him and also at the people around him, later drawing what he sees on scraps of paper at home.