The Highwaymen: Acrylic Painting with Shawn Dell Joyce

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Program Description

The Highwaymen, also referred to as the Florida Highwaymen, are a group of 26 African American landscape artists in Florida who are believed to have created a body of work of over 200,000 paintings. These artists challenged many racial and cultural barriers. Mostly from the Fort Pierce area, they painted landscapes and made a living selling them door-to-door to businesses and individuals throughout Florida from the mid-1950s through the 1980s.

During this class, attendees are invited to learn about this rich history through visual and hands-on media with artist Shawn Dell Joyce. Registrants will create their own acrylic painting, with step-by-step instruction, inspired by Mary Ann Carrol, who is the only recognized female member of the Florida Highwaymen. Registration is required; only one registration per household permitted. Space is limited. Ages 16+

This program is identical to the one at Countryside Library on February 26, 2023.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library at (727) 562-4970.

As a courtesy to those on the waiting list, cancellations should be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the program. Please remember that three (3) cancellations/no shows within a calendar year will result in forfeiture of registration privileges.

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Please arrive on time. Late arrivals may be restricted from participating and registered spots may be given to someone on the waiting list. Repeated late arrivals and a repeated failure to notify staff of cancellation in advance may result in a restriction from participating in future programs.

Ages 16+ This program is designed and intended for patrons ages 16 and above. Programs requiring registration may limit participation to those patrons who meet the age requirement.