Art can make you think, inspire you, and call you to action. Black artists have been using their talents to shed light on the issues of racism, celebrate Black joy, and more.

Here are some of the incredibly talented and insightful Black artists you should follow on Instagram.

Frances Smith

Follow Frances on Instagram @francesmarina

Nikkolas Smith

Follow Nikkolas on Instagram @nikkolas_smith

Sophia Yeshi

Follow Sophia on Instagram @yeshidesigns

Michelle Robinson

Follow Michelle on Instagram @mister_michelle

Temi Coker

Follow Temi on Instagram @temi.coker

Laci Jordan

Follow Laci on Instagram @solacilike

Melissa Koby

Follow Melissa on Instagram @mkoby_

Queenbe Monyei

Follow Queenbe on Instagram @queenbemonyei

Jena Holliday

Follow Jena on Instagram @spoonfuloffaithstudio

Antoinette Thomas

Follow Antoinette on Instagram @theantoinettethomas

Sharee Miller

Follow Sharee on Instagram @coilyandcute

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