A Story of
JAMAICAN ART - 1970
These were the turbulent 70s and as Jamaica flirted with socialism art took on a raw social and political edge. The Black Power Movement, which started in the 60s and continued into the 70s, and the Back to Africa philosophy, which evolved from the teachings of Marcus Garvey, were to have major impact. There was a resurgence of Rastafari, and there came a new consciousness and independent expression. While the forerunners continued to create, the self-taught 'Intuitives' were slowly gaining recognition...
Cover: Painting by Allan Zion
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