Glenford Laughton compiled a list of 13 African American graphic designers you should know about for Print Mag, including Art Sims, Sylvia Harris, and Aaron Douglas:
Known as a key artist in the Harlem Renaissance, Aaron Douglas was a pivotal figure in developing a distinctly African style of art through his blending of Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles with connections to African masks and dances. His illustrations, published in Alan Locke’s anthology, The New Negro Movement, showcased his detachment from European-style arts and evolution into his own style, clearly communicating African heritage.