William Walker (muralist)

William Walker (muralist) American Artist

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First Name William
Last Name Walker
Birthday 30th November, 1926
Birthplace Birmingham, Alabama
Died 2011
Place of Death Chicago, Illinois
Nationality American
Occupation Artist

William Walker (1927-2011) is a notable muralist from Chicago. He was one of the founders of the Organization of Black American Culture (OBAC) and one of the leaders in the project involving the Wall of Respect. He was also one of the critical founders of the mural movements in Chicago during the 1960s. He has cited Jacob Lawrence, Charles White, and Chicago painter William McBride, as well as the work of Mexican muralists Diego Rivera, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and Jose Clemente Orozco as important influences.

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