Arthur Rose Sr. (May 26, 1921 - February 13, 1995) was an American painter, sculptor, and professor. He has been featured in many publications and public exhibitions in the United States."Beaufort History Museum a look back at local art of the 1960s and 1970s" . Low Country Current, ny Lisa Annelouise Rentz
Biography Rose was African-American. Arthur Rose Sr. was born in Charleston, South Carolina on May 26, 1921.
World War II Service
In November 1942, he enlisted in the Navy, serving until December 6, 1945, when he was honorably discharged.
Education
Rose graduated cum laude from Claflin University in 1950, becoming the second student in the school's history to earn a degree in art."100 OBJECTS/DAY 65: Building housing Claflin's museum built by students". Times & Democrat online Wanting to further his education, Rose attended New York University and studied under several noted artists, including Hale Woodruff, earning his master's degree in 1952.
Teaching years
In 1952 Rose returned to Claflin, helping to establish that school's Department of Art, and served as its Chair through 1976."Celebrating heritage: Local artist and author releases book on fine art". Times & Democrat. In 1977, he transferred to Voorhees College, becoming that school's Artist in Residence, continuing to teach through 1991. Many students under his tutelage were poor. Not only would Rose invite them to his home for meals, but would provide them art supplies."Artist didn't let hard life dealt him stifle his love of drawing, painting". Times and Democrat. Many of his students would go on to successful art and teaching careers of their own. One of them, Leo Twiggs,"THE JOURNEY". Tines & Democrat. would help establish the art program and museum at South Carolina State College.
An art museum has been established in his name at Claflin.
He had four children: Patricia A. Rose (deceased), Arthur Rose Jr., Bernard H. Rose, and Marcia L. Rose (deceased).
References
Author Rose The Johnson Collection, LLC (Spartanburg, SC) http://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/gvilleh/news/Blair%20Wim%20Catalogue%20Essay.doc
External links Arthur Rose Museum