Wikipedia - "Ernest 'Ernie' Eugene Barnes, Jr. (July 15, 1938 – April 27, 2009) was an African-American painter, well known for his unique style of elongation and movement. He was also a professional football player, actor and author. ... According to Barnes, he created the original version of Sugar Shack after reflecting upon his childhood, during which he was not 'able to go to a dance.' In a 2008 interview, Barnes said, 'Sugar Shack is a recall of a childhood experience. It was the first time my innocence met with the sins of dance. The painting transmits rhythm so the experience is re-created in the person viewing it. To show that African-Americans utilize rhythm as a way of resolving physical tension.'"
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