Catlett was a close contemporary of White who similarly used printmaking, particularly lithography and linocut, to create dignified and powerful portrayals of Black figures challenging racial oppression. Her work shares White's commitment to social justice imagery rendered with monumental, humanizing strength.

Bearden worked in the same post war era and shared White's dedication to centering Black identity and experience through bold, expressive works on paper that pushed back against racist narratives. Both artists used their medium to assert the dignity and complexity of Black American life.