Joshua Johnson was born into slavery in mid-18th-century Maryland. After earning his freedom in 1782 & completing an apprenticeship he became the first black professional artist.
Resources:
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Artsy, National Gallery Of Art, Maryland Center Of Art And Culture.
Host: Payton Hamilton
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