My name is Marcus Kwame Anderson. I make paintings, drawings, comics, music, poems and whatever else moves me. Welcome to my site. In the Art Gallery section click on the Fine Art Gallery link to view a collection of my paintings and drawings or check out the Illustrations section to see illustration work that I've done. Hit Contact if you need to reach me for information, prices, or commissions. Check out the Comics section for my latest stories and installments. I have a blog too. Keep checking in for updates.

Peace!

 

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Updates!

04.10.2012

SNOW DAZE: I'm pleased to announce that Snow Daze, a comic book created by Leonardo Faierman and myself, is coming to computer screens everywhere next week with the launch of the Snow Daze website. You'll be able to read the story online and watch as it evolves. You can get a preview and learn about some of the characters right now at snowdazecomic.com. The official launch date of the full site is Monday, April 16th. And for even more updates be sure to follow Snow Daze on the following social media platforms.

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We're very excited about bringing you Snow Daze. We have big plans for the residents of Oxenvale. Spread the word. Thanks for your support!

Marcus

 

04.02.2012

This new piece was inspired by the murder of Trayvon Martin and the injustice of his killer remaining a free man. Beyond this tragedy/travesty of justice, it was also inspired by the long history of black men and boys who have died unnecessarily in this country. Some at the hands of lynch mobs. Some by violence in our neglected communities. Some who were unarmed and died at the hands of the police like Amadou Diallo and Sean Bell, victims of suspicion and bias. Some of these men and boys death's made national news like Trayvon and Emmett Till. Many remain largely nameless. They all deserve recognition. Our lives are valuable and that value needs to be recognized and respected by this country.

Little Kings Lost to America 11x17 Mixed Media

02.23.2012

Check out these signed, limited edition, custom wood jigsaw puzzles featuring my Red Iron Lion painting. They were cut with expert precision by master puzzle cutter, Tim St. Peter. These puzzles are made to last and are works of art themselves. Check them out in my etsy store. Two sizes are available, 5x7 and 8x10.

02.22.2012

Here's a new portrait of Black Thought, one of my favorite emcees of all time. I originally did this painting last summer, but it didn't feel finished so I reworked it this week. I wanted to really capture the energy of an emcee moving the crowd.

Prints are available in my store.

Peace

Move the Crowd (Black Thought) • 16x20 • Acrylic on Canvas

02.20.2012

Over the past year and a half I had the pleasure of creating a community mural with the residents of the Taylor apartments, School One, and Troy Alley Action in Troy, NY. Here's a short documentary that was created by the Sanctuary for Independent Media about the creation of the mural.

I had a great time working on this project. I'm very proud of the School One kids and the work they did. Let's keep making our world more colorful!

 

12.30.2011

NEW DESIGN: After 4 years I decided to switch up the site's design a little. I hope you like the new look. There will be more site improvements and additions in the new year. Also be on the lookout for new comics and T-shirts!

If you're on google plus be sure to follow my g-plus page. And if you haven't "liked" my facebook page yet be sure to check me out there too.

Happy New Year!

12.24.2011

NEW ART: Here are two new paintings, Stepping Razor in Fine Art, and Walk in the Park in illustrations. Happy Holidays!

Stepping Razor (Peter Tosh) • 12x16 • Acrylic on Canvas

Walk in the Park • 10x10 • Acrylic on Canvas

12.04.2011

KWAME CARDS: Rejoice is a new greeting card in my online store. I have single cards or 20 packs available. Order now and I'll ship them quickly to get them to you in time for the holidays. Remember the DECEMBERSALE2011 coupon code for 20% off.

Visit www.etsy.com/shop/marcuskwame today!

12.03.2011

SALE: If you buy anything in my online store before the end of the year you can receive 20% off by entering the coupon code: DECEMBERSALE2011. You can avoid the malls, give the gift of art, and support small business all at the same time!

Visit www.etsy.com/shop/marcuskwame today!

10.24.2011

This earthly life is fragile. Love is forever. This painting is a tribute to my special little angel. I love you.

Angel Adia • 18x24 • Acrylic on Canvas

10.14.2011

This Week in Last Minute Updates: I'm part of two events during the ongoing Mohu Festival. Mohu is a 9 day-long arts festival happening all over Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer and Saratoga counties. Jen Wojtowicz (my favorite artist) and I are featured artists at Bonobo Cafe, 174 Madison Ave, Albany NY. There will be music by talented emcee, Oddy Gato tonight during 1st Friday (which doesn't actually occur on the first friday).

I also have a couple pieces in a group show, The Artists' I, featuring the artists of Black Dimensions in Art, at the New York State Museum on the Fourth Floor Terrace Gallery. The show will be up until this weekend. There will also be a concert by the Empire State Youth Orchestra Jazz Ensemble from 1-2 pm on October 15 (my birthday) in the museum's Adirondack Hall.

08.19.2011

ART EXHIBIT: My wife and I are the featured artists at Artcentric this month. The opening reception will take place on Troy Night Out, Friday, August 26th, from 5 to 9 pm.

Iron Lion (red), Pride and The Box are two of the new pieces that I'll be showing.

Artcentric Gift Gallery is located at 274 River Street, Troy, NY. Hope to see you there!

Iron Lion (red) • 12x16 • Acrylic on Canvas

The Box •18" in Diameter • Acrylic on Wood

The Pride • 13x36 • Acrylic on Wood

Jen Wojtowicz's Art and Jewelry

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