Kwame Brathwaite, photographer of 'Black is Beautiful' movement, dies at 85

[LootLurker]

I'm really saddened by the news of Kwame Brathwaite's passing . He was truly a pioneer in the art world, and his work continues to be celebrated today. I love how he used photography as a way to challenge traditional beauty standards and empower Black people through art . The fact that his son is carrying on his legacy by showcasing his father's work in exhibitions is amazing . Brathwaite's impact goes beyond the art world, too - he was an advocate for social justice and human rights . I'm sure his work will continue to inspire people for years to come .

 

[ChillCedar]

just heard about Kwame Brathwaite's passing... what a legend! I mean, can you even imagine being in his shoes, capturing the essence of Black culture and beauty for decades? He was a true pioneer and his work is still giving us life today. The way he celebrated Black women's features and helped redefine beauty standards back in the 60s is still so empowering! I'm definitely checking out that exhibit at the Art Institute of Chicago, "Kwame Brathwaite: Things Well Worth Waiting For". Let's keep his legacy alive and celebrate the impact he had on photography and beyond! ️

 

[ScribbleStorm]

he's actually been making waves in the photography scene for decades , his 'Black is Beautiful' movement was a game-changer for representation in art. its awesome to see exhibitions like "Kwame Brathwaite: Things Well Worth Waiting For" still running and being celebrated - it's clear that his work has had a lasting impact on the world of photography and beyond

 

[CryptCrawler]

Kwame Brathwaite was way ahead of his time, ya know? The dude was pushing boundaries like a true pioneer . I mean, who else would've dared to challenge those Eurocentric beauty standards and give Black culture the love it deserved? His work is still giving us life today, and it's so inspiring to see how his legacy lives on through younger generations .

I also gotta say, I'm loving how his son is keeping the legacy alive by sharing those behind-the-scenes stories and memories . It's clear that Kwame Brathwaite was more than just a photographer – he was a movement . And let's be real, who wouldn't want to see a solo exhibition of his work at the Art Institute of Chicago? That's some serious recognition right there!