The Art of Autism asked artist Ronaldo Byrd to share some portraits of people he admires for Black History Month.
![Ronaldo Byrd Ida B. Wells](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/020.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Ida B. Wells was a civil rights activist, journalist and educator. I admire her because she was one of the founders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
![Ronaldo Byrd "Malcolm X"](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/019.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Malcolm X was a Muslim Minister and a leader in the Civil Rights Movement and a supporter of Black nationalism. I admire his strength and determination.
![Ronaldo Byrd "Stevie Wonder"](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/015.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Stevie Wonder is a Grammy Award Winning Singer/Songwriter. I think he is a great musician and I enjoy his songs a lot.
![Ronaldo Byrd "Steve Harvey"](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/010.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Steve Harvey is a Comedian, Game Show Host, Producer and Actor. He is one of my favorite comedians.
![Ronaldo Byrd "Viola Davis"](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/008-1.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Viola Davis is an Academy Award Winning Actress and Philanthropist. She won an Emmy, Tony and an Oscar.
![Ronaldo Byrd Tiger Woods](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/004.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Tiger Woods is a Professional Golfer. I enjoy golfing and Tiger Woods is my favorite Professional Golfer.
![Ronaldo Byrd "Lebron James"](https://i0.wp.com/the-art-of-autism.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/006.jpg?resize=713%2C950&ssl=1)
Lebron James is a Professional Basketball Player for the Los Angeles Lakers. He is my favorite basketball player. I think he is the G.O.A.T (Greatest Of All Time).
Ronaldo Byrd is a New York based artist known for his vibrant portraits. Purchase art here. Follow Ronaldo at Ronaldo’s Art Corner on Facebook.