Mary Ann Carroll: Queen of the Highway
Mary Ann Carroll was the sole woman among the Florida Highwaymen, a group of 26 self-taught African American artists who painted and sold landscape scenes along Florida’s highways in the 1950s and beyond. As a single mother of seven, Carroll turned to painting as a means of economic survival, developing a distinctive style characterized by bold palettes, sweeping brushstrokes, and radiant Florida skies. Queen of the Highwaymen presents a collection of her most significant works, celebrating her artistic vision and the cultural movement she helped define. This exhibition not only highlights Carroll’s extraordinary talent but also underscores her resilience in an era of segregation and limited opportunities for Black artists.
Orlando, Florida
North America