Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Bearden grew up in New York City and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and graduated from New York University in 1935. He began his artistic career creating scenes of the …

From the mid-1930s through 1960s, Bearden was a social worker with the New York City Department of Social Services, working on his art at night and on weekends. His success as an artist was …

19 hours ago · Sen. Tim Bearden becomes Chair of GA Senate Committee on Government Oversight and Secretary of the Judiciary Committee.

After working several decades as a painter, during the politically tumultuous 1960s Bearden found his own voice by creating collages made of cut and torn photographs found in popular magazines that …

As a visual artist, he made cartoons and illustrations for various magazines and newspapers in the 1930s, works inspired by religion in the 1940s, and abstract paintings in the 1950s.

Mar 12, 2024 · Bearden’s work is deeply rooted in the vibrancy of the Harlem Renaissance and reflects a synthesis of art forms. As he evolved as an artist, Bearden’s ingenuity manifested through a Cubist …

Discover the vibrant legacy of Romare Bearden—one of America’s most influential artists. Explore exhibitions, programs, and opportunities to engage with Bearden’s vision.

Romare Bearden (1911–1988) was more than an artist—he was a cultural force, a storyteller, and a champion of social change. His groundbreaking collages, paintings, and prints shaped American art …

Bearden takes leave from Department of Social Services and travels to Paris under GI Bill of Rights. He studies philosophy with Gaston Bachelard at Sorbonne and French at Britannique Institute.

1 day ago · State Sen. Tim Bearden, R-Carrollton, has been appointed chairman of the Senate Committee on Government Oversight and secretary of the Senate Committee on Judiciary.