Florida’s Painter Laureate

In Fort Pierce in the 1950s, an artistic collective would grow along the Atlantic Coast, lead by Florida artist Beanie Backus. Beanie was an inspiration to many - and his influence would lead to an entire new artistic movement.

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Thank you to all the writers doing incredible journalism about Backus. Read more in the links below.

Southern Geniuses: A.E. Backus, Zora Neale Hurston and the Florida Highwaymen - Flamingo Mag

THE FINE ART OF FRIENDSHIP - Indian River Magazine

A.E. Backus - A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery

 

I do now own the rights to the Backus clips used in this episode. Watch it here: A. E. Backus Interview (June 2, 1979)

 

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