James C. Thibodeaux
African-American artist, photographer, and actor
About James C. Thibodeaux
Lived 1911 – 2004 (aged 93). James C. Thibodeaux was an American painter, photographer and stage actor.
James Charles Thibodeaux (July 21, 1911 – August 19, 2004), was an American photographer, painter, stage actor, and educator. He was the United States Army's first Black art instructor.
Early life and education James C. Thibodeaux was born on July 21, 1911, in St. Martinville, Louisiana, to parents Fannie E. (née Young) and Ernest Charles Thibodeaux, Sr.. His art work was shown at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Who was James C. Thibodeaux?
African-American artist, photographer, and actor
When was James C. Thibodeaux born?
James C. Thibodeaux was born on 21 July 1911 in St. Martinville.
When did James C. Thibodeaux die?
James C. Thibodeaux died on 19 August 2004 in New Orleans.
What was James C. Thibodeaux's occupation?
James C. Thibodeaux was a painter, photographer and stage actor.
What nationality was James C. Thibodeaux?
James C. Thibodeaux was American.
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