“All Power to the People”

Emory Douglas was the main artist for the Black Panther Party (BPP) and had a huge impact on shaping its look and revolutionary message. As the Party’s Minister of Culture, Douglas created artwork that was powerful and easy for everyone to understand. Douglas helped shape the visual identity of the Black Panther Party during the 1960s and early 1970s. His artwork was both radical and accessible, making complex political ideas understandable to a wide audience and giving a sense of unity and empowerment to marginalized Black communities.

His work focused on themes like Black empowerment, fighting against oppression, and standing in solidarity with movements around the world. One of his most famous pieces, the "Power to the People" poster, shows a raised clenched fist and becomes a strong symbol of unity and resistance. Douglas’s art went beyond just being visually striking; it was a tool for educating people politically and motivating them to take action. His legacy still inspires activists and artists today, proving just how powerful art can be in social and political change.