Augusta Savage, born Augusta Christine Fells (February 29, 1892 March 26, 1962) was an African-American sculptor associated with the Harlem Renaissance. She was also a teacher and her studio was important to the careers of a rising generation of artists who would become nationally known. She worked for equal rights for African Americans in the arts. SHOW LESS
David Macdonald
Creates functional pieces with strong geometric patterns that reflect his African heritage
David prefers to make functional pieces because they are "the essence of humanity."
Professor and Educator
MacDonald’s early ceramic work was fueled by indignation and outrage which arose from the plight and injustices confronting African-Americans at the time.