Black American Portraits Valentines Longo's large-format works juxtapose the

Longo's large-format works juxtapose the innocence of sleeping toddlers

from May 2024 to July 2025

curated from the vast private collection of music archivist and former record-publicity executive Michael Ochs

as he navigates the fine line between serene imagery and provocative shock

Hendricks (1945-2017) redefined the genre from the late 1960s onward

Black American Portraits Valentines Longo's large-format works juxtapose theCelebrate the power and beauty of Black American identity with Black American Portraits, a stunning visual journey through over two centuries of portraiture. This richly illustrated book, inspired by the landmark exhibition at LACMA, reframes the narrative of Black representation in art, centering love, resilience, and community. Black American Portraits showcases the work of both Black artists and allies who have thoughtfully depicted Black subjects,