"Deaf Artists Ancestors is created for Deaf and Hearing children as well as their families, school and libraries. This eye-catching picture book features short, illustrated biographies of three Deaf artists who worked in different media (photography, sculpture, and mixed media). Each story is designed to stand alone or all may be read in on sitting. Young children may wish to have the stories read/signed to them until they are ready to read independently. Repetition of lines and ideas across the stories are used to create a sense of rhythm, emphasis, and connection. Sit down and enjoy learning about the diverse and dynamic Deaf artist ancestors who were Theophilus d'Estrella (a Chicanx Deaf photographer), Cutapuis/John L. Clarke (a Blackfeet Deaf woodcarver) and Mary T. Smith (a Black Deaf painter)."--Back cover.