This 45th Anniversary of Black August make an everlasting statement with memorable gift items by some of Black August most memorable visual artists.
From the Revolutionary prison artist Joedee, and his Black August 40th Anniversary collection to images by the Black August Artist and his iconic Black Panther inspired The Black August Artist, this revolution will not be televised but be intimately on display.
New Artwork by the Revolutionary Prison Artist Joedee
Discover the revolutionary art of Joedee.
Joedee grew up near 41st and Central Avenue in Los Angeles, where he lived during the intense 4-hour gun battle between the LAPD and the Black Panthers, led by Geronimo Pratt, at their headquarters. While Joedee’s father was a Black Panther, Joedee became involved with the emerging neighborhood group known as the Baby Avenue Cribs, which later became the Crips.
When Joedee and his family moved to Compton, he brought his South Central Los Angeles gang mentality with him and played a crucial role in establishing the Crips in Compton. Joedee’s lifestyle choices influenced his young nephew, Eric Wright, who would later become the notorious rapper Eazy-E. In the 1980s, as America grappled with the crack epidemic, Eazy-E would go on to form the groundbreaking gangsta rap group N.W.A., drawing inspiration from his experiences and the environment shaped by his uncle Joedee.
Joedee’s art, characterized by bold lines and powerful themes, celebrates resistance, unity, and the enduring spirit of the Black Panther movement. Joedee’s support for prison reform and social justice causes has garnered widespread acclaim, making his pieces a symbol of the ongoing fight for liberation.
In his newest work Disinformation, Joedee depicts a powerful scene addressing themes of slavery and resistance. The central image features a series of shackled, nude black men in various stages of forced labor and punishment. Surrounding them are symbols of rebellion and the African revolution, including a clenched fist and a bleeding chain. The piece includes quotes from Frederick Douglass and references to historical slave revolts, highlighting the brutality and resilience of enslaved people. The words “Disinformation,” “Slavery,” and “Excessive Force” are prominently displayed, emphasizing the artwork’s critique of historical and ongoing oppression.
Explore his compelling collection and own a piece of history that speaks to the power of art as a tool for change.
Prison Artist C-Note
The Black August Artist is a photograph of prison artist C-Note, superimposed on a background inspired by Black Panther artist Emory Douglas (1943 – ).
Douglas is an American graphic artist, and was a member of the Black Panther Party from 1967 until the Party disbanded in the 1980s. As a revolutionary artist and the Minister of Culture for the Black Panther Party, Douglas created iconography to represent black-American oppression.
Known as The King of Prison Hip Hop, C-Note’s work informs the public on the perilous living conditions of incarceration, and like Douglas, has produced his own set of iconic images, such as Black August – Los Angeles.
Become a proud owner of over 200 works by one of America’s most celebrated prison artists.
Prison Artist Musafir
In this untitled work, American prison artist Musafir, aka Arnold Citizen, tells the unseen hand of White supremacy. It was this unseen hand that was responsible for many of the prison deaths of those we now bow our heads to in remembrance for Black August.
Musafir’s works are shaped by his Islamic faith and Hip Hop influences, as exemplified in his work Neighborhood Nipsey. Be an owner of the historical urban works by American prison artist Musafir.
Here, you’ll find over 10,000 art prints by these artists and many other imprisoned artists:
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Here, you’ll find art prints from the website Black August Art, which is predominantly images of American prison artist Donald Oliver Hooker, aka C-Note
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Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of history and celebrate the spirit of Black August!
These unique works of art, clothing, and gifts are not just purchases, they’re a statement of solidarity and a commitment to social justice. Every item tells a story, sparks a conversation, and supports the ongoing fight for liberation. Shop now and make a difference.