A site by Peter Palmquist on Women photographers and the American Indian. There are biographies and images from thirteen women who were active during the latter part of the 19th century.

As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Edmonia Lewis in addition to an extensive listing of her works as displayed at the museum.

A great site by PBS that features a biography on the artist and links to art work, videos clips and interviews. On this page there are also links to lesson plans and other artist pages. In all, a very informative site.

A biography of Dolly Parton in a timeline format. Also includes many links to photos and other information about this country music artist.

Breakfast in Bed, painted by Mary Cassatt, shows a mother embracing her young daughter while lying in bed. The theme of motherhood, found in many of Cassatt's works, is noted in this brief article.

The ARTCYCLOPEDIA details the current location of many of Isabel Bishop's paintings in museums across the U.S.

At this page from Asiaart, 5/6 of the way down is a description of Otagaki Rengetsu's work.

Feminist and modernist, Gertrude Stein is featured in this biography for her contributions of many literary genres as well as being a mentor to many twentieth century writers. See "Gertrude Stein Activities" for related materials.

Learn about the background and artistic influence of ballet dancer Misty Copeland, the first African American female principal dancer for the acclaimed American Ballet Theater. The site also provides links to videos and magazine articles...

Features the life of Latin pop singer, Gloria Estefan, her rise to fame and comeback from potential life threatening injuries.

Brief biography of famous singer and Grammy winner Ella Fitzgerald.