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Thaddeus Mosley: African American Sculptor,New
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Thaddeus Thad Mosley Is A Selftaught African American Sculptor. Earning A Living Throughout His Adult Life As A Postal Worker In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, So That He Could Support His Family By Day And Work As A Sculptor By Night, He Has Evolved An Individual And Powerful African American Voice. He Worked Alone, Patiently Developing A Sculptural Language Absolutely His Own, Yet Traceable To His Primary Sources Of Inspiration, The Vitality Of African Art And American Jazz On The One Hand, And On The Other, Two Twentiethcentury Artists, The Romanian Sculptor Constantin Brancusi And The Asian American Sculptor Isamu Noguchi.From The Beginning Thad Mosley Has Been A Carver. His Materials Have Always Been Those At Hand, Logs From The Trees Of His Native Western Pennsylvania, Stones From The Sites Of Demolished Buildings In Pittsburgh, And Metals From Local Scrapyards. Finding Within Each Log Or Block Of Stone An Essential Vitality, His Carvings Invariably Bear A Syncopation Of Chisel Marks Evoking The Rhythms And Surging Freedoms Of Jazz. Mosleys Perseverence And His Pride In Who He Is Offer An Inspiring Example Of The Unquenchable Spirit Of A True Artists.This Short Book Introduces The Life And Work Of This Remarkable Man. Davis Lewis, Architect, Writer, And Painter, Has Been A Friend Of The Artist For Twentyfive Years. His Narrative Is Distilled From Hours Of Taped Interviews With Thad Mosley, As Well As From A Deep Understanding Of His Art And Influences. Lonnie Graham Is A Nationally Known Africanamerican Photographer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Who is Thaddeus Mosley? A: Thaddeus Mosley is a self-taught African American sculptor known for his unique artistic voice influenced by African art, American jazz, and the works of Constantin Brancusi and Isamu Noguchi.
- Q: What materials does Thaddeus Mosley use for his sculptures? A: Mosley primarily uses logs from local trees, stones from demolished buildings, and metals sourced from scrapyards in Pittsburgh.
- Q: What is the main theme of the book 'Thaddeus Mosley: African American Sculptor'? A: The book explores the life and work of Thaddeus Mosley, detailing his artistic journey, influences, and the significance of his sculptures.
- Q: Who authored the book? A: The book is authored by Prof. David Lewis, an architect, writer, and painter who has been a friend of Thad Mosley for over twenty-five years.
- Q: When was 'Thaddeus Mosley: African American Sculptor' published? A: The book was published on April 17, 1997.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as in 'Good' condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but is overall in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 96 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is there any artwork included in the book? A: While the description does not specify, the book is likely to include images of Thaddeus Mosley's sculptures to complement the text.
- Q: What can readers learn from this book? A: Readers can gain insights into Thaddeus Mosley's artistic process, his cultural influences, and the broader context of African American art.