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I wanted to show that an African-American artist could make it in this country on a national level in the graphic arts. I want to be a strong role model for my family and for other African Americans.

Jerry Pinkney

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Jerry Pinkney
Age: 84
Born: 1939
Born: December 22
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Postage Stamp Designer
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Philadelphia
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