Kehinde Wiley's New Republic
Channel: The Youth Channel
Date: 2015-05-01

Disclaimer: This video was created for educational purposes. The views and opinions expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts and/or onscreen talent. Disclaimer: This video was created for educational purposes. The views and opinions expressed in this video do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts and/or onscreen talent. This piece showcases the Brooklyn Museum's exhibition A New Republic. The students used interviews  and photographs to feature Kehinde Wiley's controversial but nevertheless unique artwork. In his work, Black women and men are presented in traditional European portraitures. Wiley's work speaks to many because it reimagine the roles of African Americans both artistically and politically.

Produced By:
Lilliana Lujan
Octavia Johnson
Belu-Olisa Sarkissian