"To S.M., a Young African Painter On Seeing His Works" by Phyllis Wheatley
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By: Lee A. Zito
The poem "To S.M., a Young African Painter On Seeing His Works" by Phyllis Wheatley, is one that contains angelic details and description. Upon seeing this young artist's work, Wheatley was so moved that she wrote this poem.
She makes this clear in line five by saying, "How did those prospects give my soul delight." Then Wheatley follows this line with, "A new creation rushing on my sight?" She expresses
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because the suppression stemmed from racism and prejudice emotions is pure evil. But upon seeing this young African artist's work she is so moved, that she herself is inspired to write this poem. Both of them are now creating art that is accepted into society. Wheatley knows that these are the first steps to equality and understanding, acceptance. She rejoices throughout this poem, praising the artist for his contribution, inspiration, and work of sheer beauty.
because the suppression stemmed from racism and prejudice emotions is pure evil. But upon seeing this young African artist's work she is so moved, that she herself is inspired to write this poem. Both of them are now creating art that is accepted into society. Wheatley knows that these are the first steps to equality and understanding, acceptance. She rejoices throughout this poem, praising the artist for his contribution, inspiration, and work of sheer beauty.