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An autobiography of Rick James. In the earlier chapters of his autobiography, James discusses his time in Toronto and his time in the band "The Mynah Birds"

This was the front Page of the Canadian magazine Rites (vol. 2, no. 6) published in Toronto in 1985. This cover features Sweet Honey in the Rock, a singing group that often collaborated with the Sister Vision Press, such as in the Benefit Concert in…

Painting depicting a family of black loyalists settling near Halifax

This landscape shows Duncanson’s engagement with Canadian geography during his time in Quebec. It reinforces the exhibit’s argument that Black artists helped shape the early visual culture of Canada.

This mountainous view demonstrates Duncanson’s ability to balance a sense of grandeur with more quiet introspection. Its presence in the exhibit again asserts his role in mapping the visual identity of the Canadian East.

This painting presents another Quebec lakeside, rendered with Duncanson’s talent in handling water and sky. It reinforces his very significant, yet often overlooked, contribution to the Canadian landscape tradition.

This mountain vista reflects Duncanson’s interest in vast, unbroken natural spaces. It highlights how Black artists contributed to constructing the visual aesthetics of the Canadian wilderness.

Depicting one of Quebec’s most iconic waterfalls, this painting demonstrates Duncanson’s skill in capturing motion and grandeur. It reinforces his significant and often under-recognized contributions to early Canadian visual culture.

The calm river scene shows Duncanson’s preferences for quiet, reflective landscapes. Its presence emphasizes his deeper engagement with Quebec’s natural environments during his time in Canada.