Eugene Grigsby

Professor Emeritus of Art (1918-2013)

J. EUGENE GRIGSBY, Professor Emeritus of Art, is one of America’s leading artists, recognized internationally as an artistic voice for the African American. Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, he received his education at Morehouse College, The Ohio State University and New York University. Receiver of countless awards and distinctions, including recognition by many leading art and African-American publications, Gene has also been the subject of numerous one-man and group exhibits throughout the United States. A public collection is located in the Cape Coast Museum of Ghana. Others exist in many states and in several Arizona locations. His paintings and sketches are noted for their energy, brilliance and captivating sense of African American religion and spirituality, as well as the warmth of the ethnic family. Eugene Grigsby passed away June 9, 2013 at the age of 94.

Upper right: Yemenja (Lithograph 28" X 36")

Lower right: The Family (Serigraph 26" X 34")

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