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Proceed and Be Bold!
Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr. at The
November 12, 2008
In conjunction with the current exhibition, "More Than Words: Artists'
Books and Book Art from the Special Collections of The Newark Public
Library," the Library is pleased to present a day of events featuring Amos
Paul Kennedy, Jr., a letterpress printer and "book-builder" known
internationally for his socially, politically, and racially charged works of
art, and his focus on themes of African and African-American heritage, history
and culture. Formerly a computer systems analyst for AT&T, Kennedy
abandoned the comfort and steady income of his corporate job to pursue a humble
life dedicated to studying, practicing, and promoting the printing arts.
From 3:00–4:00 pm, Kennedy will deliver an artist’s talk entitled,
“Put the Message in the Hands of the People and Move On!” Kennedy
will discuss his motivations, aspirations, and general observations on issues
ranging from race and civil rights history, to the purpose and potential of art
in society.
Beginning at 5:00 pm, there will be a “Cash and Carry” exhibition
of Kennedy’s trademark hand-printed, letterpress posters. Using
bold colors, multiple layers of paint, and text featuring African proverbs,
quotes by Sojourner Truth, Rosa Parks, Ella Baker, and Bob Marley among others,
Kennedy’s posters explore issues of art, race, war, African heritage, and
African-American history and culture. As part of Kennedy’s mission to
make original, high-quality art accessible and affordable to all, all posters
are available for purchase: one poster for $15; for two or more posters, $10
each.
At 6:00 pm, the Library will screen "Proceed and Be Bold!," a
recently-completed documentary about Kennedy’s life and work as a
printer. The film spends time with Kennedy, interviews family members,
curators, educators, and fellow artists who respect his craft, and analyzes why
he creates his works. Kennedy will introduce the film, and field questions from
the audience afterwards. The screening is co-sponsored by the New York Regional
Chapter of the American Printing History Association (APHA).
All programs are free and open to the public, and will be held in the Fourth
Floor Auditorium of the Main Library at
For directions or additional information, please consult the Web links listed
below, or contact Jared Ash at [log in to unmask] or (973) 733-7745.
Links:
Brown Finch Films < http://www.brownfinchfilms.com/>
-- For trailer and clips from "Proceed and Be Bold!"
Kennedy Prints! < http://www.kennedyprints.com>
-- For images and additional information about posters by Kennedy
The Newark Public Library < http://www.npl.org>
-- For directions and additional information about Library programs and
exhibitions
The American Printing History Association [APHA] < http://www.printinghistory.org/index.html>
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Jared Ash
Special Collections Division
The
Tel. 973.733.7745 / [log in to unmask]