Kumasi J. Barnett
Baltimore-based artist, who transforms comic book covers into thought-provoking reflections on systemic racism, police brutality, corporate greed, and political corruption. With an MFA from The Ohio State University, Barnett subverts classic good vs. evil narratives, infusing them with present-day social consciousness.
Appears in 2 Episodes
#48 – How Do Reimagined Comics Challenge Social Narratives? | Kumasi J. Barnett
Artist and professor Kumasi J. Barnett returns to the podcast to talk art, protest, and making work that cuts through the noise.Known for subverting comic books throug...
Exploring Art and Social Issues with Kumasi J. Barnett: Transforming Comics into Thought-Provoking Reflections on Systemic Racism, Police Brutality, and Corporate Greed
Welcome aboard 'The Truth in This Art,' a podcast that celebrates the power of creativity, hosted by Rob Lee. Today, we have Kumasi J. Barnett, a Baltimore-based artis...
