Well into her nineties, Betye Saar has been making art for decades, using it as a weapon to fight against racism and sexism. There is a strong mystical quality to her art which makes use of found objects and ancestral path pieces. One of her most famous images is her depiction of Aunt Jemima as a warrior "taking care of business".

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  • Dipti

    Facing challenges of having no home and money, but instilling more and more faith in the powers that be in keeping my moving along day at a time. That Betye has stuck to her artistic nature and kept going. Im a fine artist and went into antique restoration and conservation so i hang in there

  • Diana

    A wonderful story!! I know a little more and I’m inspired to keep creating even in times of turmoil. Thank you Betye Saar!

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  • Learn more about Betye Saar from the Museum of Modern Art.
  • Read how Betye transformed Aunt Jemima into a symbol of Black power. 
  • Reflect on Betye's meaning of "taking care of business" and how you can apply that in your own life.

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