Black, Queer, and Untold
A New Archive of Designers, Artists, and Trailblazers
by Jon Key
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Pub Date Nov 19 2024 | Archive Date Nov 05 2024
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Description
Growing up in Seale, Alabama as a Black Queer kid, then attending the Rhode Island School of Design as an undergraduate, Jon Key hungered to see himself in the fields of Art and Design. But in lectures, critiques, and in the books he read, he struggled to see and learn about people who intersected with his identity or who GOT him. So he started asking himself questions:
What did it mean to be a graphic designer with his point of view? What did it mean to be a Black graphic designer? A Queer graphic designer? Someone from the South? Could his identity be communicated through a poster or a book? How could identity be archived in a design canon that has consistently erased contributions by designers who were not white, straight, and male?
In Black, Queer, & Untold, acclaimed designer and artist Jon Key answers these questions and manifests the book he and so many others wish they had when they were coming up. He pays tribute to the incredible designers, artists, and people who came before and provides them an enduring, reverential stage – and in so doing, gifts us a book that takes its place among the creative arts canon.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781646143764 |
| PRICE | $35.00 (USD) |
| PAGES | 448 |
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Featured Reviews
Librarian 1137751
I admired the range of this book, and the attention to detail and amount of research that went into it. I loved learning about types of medium when it comes to art, whether that be painting or photography, but the importance of capturing a moment and visual arts in history. One of the reasons I was drawn to the book was the title, displaying the significance of intersectionality and how our society needs to do better in recognizing this aspect. We live in a time where we must be aware of respecting others and educating ourselves on topics that might be unknown to us. I appreciated how it was chronological, watching the progress of art and meaning to individuals over time as a reflection of time and environment. The personal connections to the author and our American culture and existence was great to read about. I have also found artists that I am excited to dive into more.
Reviewer 1540461
**ARC received in exchange for an honest review**
It's no secret that minorities are still excluded from many LGBTQ+ spaces and often face even harsher discrimination due to the intersection of racism and homophobia. That’s why I’m eagerly anticipating the physical release of this book. It’s a powerful non-fiction memoir/historical procession of the authors journey growing up queer and black and reflecting on important figures throughout history.
With that the author shines a light on Queer History in general through the lens of Black intellectuals, fighters, political figures, writers, artists, activists, and more, spanning from the 19th century to today.
What stood out to me the most were the artifacts—ranging from photographs to newspaper clippings and drawings—which brought history to life. I also appreciated the fresh insights of the author’s life. A
vulnerable yet strong and empowering narration.
(Some background information was entirely new to me, and I was thrilled to learn more about some of my favorite historical figures, like Zora Neale Hurston and Toni Morrison)
Thank you NetGalley and Jon Key for the ARC!
