100 Black Artists Paperback – May 18, 2023

In the thought-provoking book "100 Black Artists," Los Angeles author LG Williams tackles head-on the long-standing global predicament of evaluating artists based on their race rather than the quality and merit of their artwork. With a fresh perspective and a dash of audacity, Williams introduces a radical solution that challenges the existing norms and encourages a paradigm shift in the art world.Drawing upon the widely accepted notion of race as a social construct, Williams presents a groundbreaking concept that can potentially revolutionize the trajectory of emerging artists: the strategic reimagining of the racial identity of renowned and legendary artists. By harnessing the power of this construct, the author advocates for the deliberate transformation of an artist's race to one that best aligns with the artistic preferences of emerging talents.Through a meticulously curated selection of 100 Black artists, Williams skillfully demonstrates how this unconventional approach can effectively dismantle the racial barriers that hinder artistic progress. By reshaping an artist's race to suit the aspirations of emerging creators, the book proposes a path forward that liberates art from the confines of racial constraints, fostering a truly inclusive and egalitarian artistic landscape."100 Black Artists" invites readers to explore the interplay between race, artistic preference, and the construction of reality. By confronting the notion that race should dictate creative opportunities, Williams challenges readers to question their preconceptions and biases, urging them to embrace a more nuanced understanding of art's potential to transcend societal limitations.As readers delve into the pages of this thought-provoking work, they will encounter a tapestry of diverse artistic voices, each exemplifying the transformative power of dismantling racial obstacles. The book serves as a call to action, inspiring artists, curators, critics, and art enthusiasts alike to reevaluate the criteria by which they assess artistic worth."100 Black Artists" is an intellectual tour de force that unapologetically disrupts the status quo. LG Williams presents a compelling argument that transcends the traditional boundaries of art discourse, inviting readers to envision a future where artistic expression flourishes unhindered by the shackles of race and where the true merit of an artist's work can shine brightly, unburdened by prejudice.LG Williams is a Los Angeles-based artist and recently the Endowed University Instructor at The Academy of Art University; Robert Hughes Distinguished Visual Artist-In-Residence at The Lodge in Hollywood, CA; and the Emmy Hennings Distinguished Professor at D(D).DDDD University. LG has exhibited in various national and international venues, including The Internet Pavilion of La Biennale Di Venezia, and has appeared in Artforum, The New York Times, Times Literary Supplement, The Guardian, Japan Times, Los Angeles Times, La Stampa, Bookforum, Purple Diary, Mousse Magazine, The Brooklyn Rail among others.PCP Press is an independent publisher of avant-garde books and insurgent authors. Founded in 1990 in San Francisco at a time when transgressive and sometimes esoteric international art books had a difficult time making their way into the wider American marketplace, over the past three decades PCP has grown into a consistent publisher of books, special editions and rare publications from an array of the world’s most respected authors and cultural institutions — including Raymond Pettibon, Dave Hickey, Wayne Thiebaud, Bryan Reynolds, David Hawkes, Shepard Fairey, LG Williams, di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, and Luscerne Kunstpanorama.# # # # # Read more