Wak (artist) facts for kids
Kevin A Williams (born in July 1965, Chicago), also known as WAK or W.A.K., is an American artist. He creates amazing visual art.
Meet Kevin A. Williams: The Artist WAK
Kevin A. Williams, known as WAK, was born in Chicago in July 1965. He is a talented American artist. He creates beautiful pictures that tell stories about the African-American experience.
WAK's Journey to Becoming an Artist
Kevin Williams went to Chicago Vocational High School. There, he studied commercial art. His teacher, Mr. Robert Johnson, helped him learn a lot. Williams also briefly attended The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. However, he mostly taught himself how to create art. This means he learned by practicing and exploring on his own.
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WAK's Art in the Spotlight
WAK's artwork has been shown in many places. His art has appeared on popular TV shows. These include Law & Order on NBC and Soul Food on Showtime. His work has also been featured in big magazines. Some of these magazines are Upscale and Rolling Out.
In November 2009, a special group called the Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) asked Williams to create art. He made pieces to honor four important African-American golfers. These were Ted Rhodes, John Shippen, Bill Spiller, and Joe Louis. They were the first African Americans to be recognized by the PGA.
Today, Kevin Williams lives and works in the Atlanta area. He continues to create art that shares important stories.
