Henry Ossawa Tanner

Spark+Echo Arts is proud to honor Henry Tanner, the foremost African American visual artist of the 20th century, as part of Black History month.

Tanner’s work and passion embody the spirit of Spark+Echo as he expertly illuminated many Bible passages and gave us, through the body of his work, a uniquely powerful perspective on both the stories of Scripture and the Black experience of his time.

Read more about Henry Tanner at Biography.com or take a moment to meditate on these powerful moments and the inspiring talent of Henry Ossawa Tanner.

Annunciation

Nicodemus

The Thankful Poor

Banjo Lesson