This book is the third installment in the Women of Color and Accomplishment series, inspired by the events of 2020. Witnessing the murder of George Floyd and the brutal treatment of peaceful protesters, I was moved to use my art to speak out against racism. Drawing from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s words, "The time is always right to do what is right," I created this series to honor African American women whose achievements are often left out of history books.

As of December 2024, I've painted 120 portraits of these remarkable women, illuminating their contributions to society. This book showcases 32 of these paintings alongside condensed biographies of the women, past and present, who overcame challenges of race and gender to improve the lives of others.

From Darnella Frazier, whose courage brought George Floyd's story to the world, to trailblazers in education, science, activism, and more, these women show us that doing what is right can inspire lasting change. Their stories remind us that no act of service is too small when it comes to improving the lives of others and striving for a better society.

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