Black Titan is artist John Spaulding’s homage to the power and dignity of African men. An African American man himself, Spaulding wanted to give inspiration to others who might need a positive depiction of themselves.

John Spaulding (1942-2004), an Indianapolis native, worked in the aerospace industry in California before turning his welding skills to art when the industry collapsed in 1970s. His sculptures are drawn from nature (including trees, foliage, giant fish and butterflies) and from man (African warriors, masks and musicians) as well as large abstracts. More of Spaulding’s work can be seen in Indianapolis outside Lockefield Gardens and at the corner of Indiana Avenue and West Street.  Read more about the artist at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Spaulding_(artist)