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Guinn Powell
Guinn Powell is a Dallas-based artist whose powerful artwork captures the essence of Black life in mid-20th century East Texas. Born in 1951 in Terrell, Texas, to a school teacher mother and Baptist minister father, Powell experienced both segregation and school integration during his youth.
Powell holds a BFA degree in Graphic Design from Southern Methodist University and has worked in the industry all of his professional career. His art is a profound exploration of memory and history, drawing inspiration from archival photos and personal experiences. His paintings depict scenes from his childhood, including cotton picking and life in segregated neighborhoods. An accomplished artist, Powell uses various mediums to spark conversations about race and historical experiences. In 2014, his exhibition, "Long Road to Freedom: Historic Witness Accounts of Freed Slaves, demonstrated his commitment to preserving and sharing their important narratives.
"I want to be exposed to all different aspects of life," Powell says. "I'm driven to historical images because of the need to respect the past in order to enlighten our future." His artwork serves as a powerful testament to resilience, identity, and the enduring spirit of Black communities past, present and in the future.