Hip Hop Studies Summit

2024 Community Exhibition

5:55

“Kill the ego. Make it about the art." - Nas

The 5th Annual Hip Hop Studies Summit celebrates the 502024th anniversary of Hip Hop by honoring its 5th pillar.

50 years of creativity, collaboration, culture, consciousness, community. 50 years of defining and building all five pillars of hip hop—MCing, DJing, Graffiti, Breakdancing, all culminating in the fifth and most important element: Knowledge of Self. Knowledge of Self requires us to look inward and recognize our own gifts, and then respect and honor those gifts by sharing them with others. Knowledge of Self also celebrates the collective self, as wisdom is shared and received as part of the collective intelligence of the community. Knowledge is the glue that holds the culture of hip hop together.

To survive, Hip Hop focused less on its ego and more on creating. To thrive, Hip Hop had to be willing to adapt and be flexible, to innovate and evolve. With Knowledge, Hip Hop was unafraid to express its authentic self, regardless of what others said it should be. With Knowledge, we can be unafraid to express our own authentic self.

5:55 celebrates the creative process. Artists were invited to look inward and create something that reflects their authentic self, fully and fearlessly. In the spirit of Knowledge of Self, we encourage artists to share their unique gifts in order to uplift the collective intelligence of the culture.

Kill the ego. Make the art.

Juror

Robert Newman

Robert Newman is a 2014 Morehouse College graduate and works as an artist and entrepreneur based in Harlem, New York. Prior to working as a full-time artist, Newman worked as a Wall Street financial / business analyst for over 8 years working for Morgan Stanley & Neuberger Berman. Although Newman has been an artist for most of his life, it wasn't until the summer of 2022 that he decided to pursue art full-time. As a visual artist, Newman has exhibited his work in galleries and museums both nationally and internationally. He is involved in various mentoring initiatives and arts-based non-profits, including his current role as a Board of Directors for Americans for the Arts member. Some of his noteworthy projects/campaigns include The Words on White Movement (2016-2019), Silent Renaissance Series (2017-2019), and The 10,000 Paintings Project (2016-2022).

Featuring

Miquiel Banks
Mignon Farmani (aka COCO FARMANI)
Sean Paul Gallegos
Andrea Habersham
LPAEkili Ross
Diane Staver
NINA SYII
Delfina Torres
Vado Va

Juror Selections

Sean Paul Gallegos, Madonna and Child, 2020. Hand sewn and embroidered discarded toddler and adult sneakers, thread, laces, wire and taxidermy eyes. 18.5 x 14 x 12 inches. (https://www.seanpaulgallegos.com)

LPAEkili Ross, FATT FATT ONE, 2023. Digital print. 12 x 12 inches. IG @lstpxl (https://www.bylp.art)

Diane Staver, Bakery, 2023. Acrylic on canvas. 20 x 30 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver

NINA SYII, from the Sonic Expressions series, BlackStar, 2023. Digital print. 10 x 8. @ninasyii_

Vado Va, Funk the Cypher, 2023. Digital print. 18 x 13 inches. IG @vadova_artworks


Gallery

  • Miquiel Banks, “Graffiti Tags: Brittany,” 2023. Marker on paper. 18 x 24 inches. IG @hiphopevangelist (https://www.miquielbanks.com)
  • Miquiel Banks, “Graffiti Tags: Cheryl ,” 2023. Marker on paper. 18 x 24 inches. IG @hiphopevangelist (https://www.miquielbanks.com)
  • Miquiel Banks, “Graffiti Tags: Emma,” 2023. Marker on paper. 18 x 24 inches. IG @hiphopevangelist (https://www.miquielbanks.com)
  • Miquiel Banks, “Graffiti Tags: Mel Marie,” 2023. Marker on paper. 18 x 24 inches. IG @hiphopevangelist (https://www.miquielbanks.com)
  • Miquiel Banks, “Graffiti Tags: Terance,” 2023. Marker on paper. 18 x 24 inches. IG @hiphopevangelist (https://www.miquielbanks.com)
  • Mignon Farmani (aka COCO FARMANI), from the series “HELLO EGO,” 2023. 16 x 20 inches. IG @mignonfarmani (https://www.mignonfarmani.com)
  • Mignon Farmani (aka COCO FARMANI), from the series “HELLO EGO,” 2023. 16 x 20 inches. IG @mignonfarmani (https://www.mignonfarmani.com)
  • Mignon Farmani (aka COCO FARMANI), from the series “HELLO EGO,” 2023. 16 x 20 inches. IG @mignonfarmani (https://www.mignonfarmani.com)
  • Mignon Farmani (aka COCO FARMANI), from the series “HELLO EGO,” 2023. Digital photograph. IG @mignonfarmani (ttps://www.mignonfarmani.com)
  • Mignon Farmani (aka COCO FARMANI), from the series “HELLO EGO,” 2023. Digital photograph. IG @mignonfarmani (ttps://www.mignonfarmani.com)
  • Sean Paul Gallegos, “Madonna and Child,” 2020. Hand sewn and embroidered discarded toddler and adult sneakers, thread, laces, wire and taxidermy eyes. 18.5 x 14 x 12 inches. (https://www.seanpaulgallegos.com)
  • Sean Paul Gallegos, “Death State,” 2017. Hand sewn and embroidered discarded high top sneaker, sneaker scrap linning, thread and leather.10.25 x 7 x 8.5 inches. (https://www.seanpaulgallegos.com)
  • Sean Paul Gallegos, “Lilliput-Weapon of Mass Consumption III,” 2017. Hand sewn and embroidered discarded crib shoe, thread and grommet. 4.125 x 1.125 x 5.5 inches. (https://www.seanpaulgallegos.com)
  • Sean Paul Gallegos, “P-3AT - Weapon of Mass Consumption IV,” 2017. Hand sewn and embroidered discarded child’s left sneaker, thread and grommet. 5.5 x 1.5 x 8.75 inches. (https://www.seanpaulgallegos.com)
  • Sean Paul Gallegos, “By the Horns II,” 2015. Hand sewn and embroidered discarded child’s left sneaker, thread and fake chain. 20 x 9 x 1.75 inches. (https://www.seanpaulgallegos.com)
  • Andrea Habersham, from the “Paper Doll” series, “Eyes on Me,” 2023. Acrylic and color pencil on cardboard with fabric and leaves. 20 x 16 inches. IG @imbohemianartistry
  • Andrea Habersham, from the “Paper Doll” series, (detail) “Eyes on Me,” 2023. Acrylic and color pencil on cardboard with fabric and leaves. 20 x 16 inches. IG @imbohemianartistry
  • Andrea Habersham, from the “Paper Doll” series, “Lost Ones,” 2024. Acrylic and marker on paper. 11 x 16 inches. @imbohemianartistry
  • LPAEkili Ross, “FATT FATT ONE,” 2023. Digital print. 12 x 12 inches. IG @lstpxl (https://www.bylp.art)
  • LPAEkili Ross, “FATT FATT ONE,” 2023. Digital print. 12 x 12 inches. IG @lstpxl (https://www.bylp.art)
  • LPAEkili Ross, “FATT FATT ONE,” 2023. Digital print. 12 x 12 inches. IG @lstpxl (https://www.bylp.art)
  • LPAEkili Ross, “FATT FATT ONE,” 2023. Digital print. 12 x 12 inches. IG @lstpxl (https://www.bylp.art)
  • LPAEkili Ross, “FATT FATT ONE,” 2023. Digital print. 12 x 12 inches. IG @lstpxl (https://www.bylp.art)
  • Diane Staver, “Bakery,” 2023. Acrylic on canvas. 20 x 30 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver
  • Diane Staver, “BLM,” 2020. Mixed Media. 24 x 20 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver
  • Diane Staver, “Books, Copies, H2o and Nipsey Hussle,” 2023. Digital print. 20 x 16 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver
  • Diane Staver, “Diner,” 2022. Acrylic on canvas, 24 x 30 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver
  • Diane Staver, “Hong Kong Apartments,” 2023. Mixed media, 20 x 30 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver
  • Diane Staver, “The Vintage Edge,” 2024. Digital print. 18 x 24 inches. IG @urban_art_by_diane (https://www.dianestaver.com) FB @Urban Art, Diane Staver
  • NINA SYII, from the "Sonic Expressions” series, “BlackStar," 2023. Digital print. 10 x 8. @ninasyii_
  • NINA SYII, from the "Sonic Expressions” series, “BlueMoon," 2023. Digital print. 10 x 8. @ninasyii_
  • NINA SYII, from the "Sonic Expressions” series, “SkyDay,” 2023. Digital print. 10 x 8. @ninasyii_
  • Delfina Torres, “2pac,” 2023. Ceramic. 15 inches tall. IG @luna_llena89
  • Delfina Torres, “2pac,” 2023. Ceramic. 15 inches tall. IG @luna_llena89
  • Vado Va, “Funk the Cypher,” 2023. Digital print. 18 x 13 inches. IG @vadova_artworks
  • Vado Va, “BBoy Amir,” 2023. Digital print. 19 x 13 inches. IG @vadova_artworks
  • Vado Va, “Untitled,” 2023. Digital print. 19 x 13 inches. IG @vadova_artworks
  • Vado Va, “Blade Electrowave,” 2023. Digital print. 16 x 13 inches. IG @vadova_artworks
  • Vado Va, “BBoy Ader TFF,” 2023. Digital print. 19 x 13 inches. IG @vadova_artworks
  • Vado Va, “Bboy Bart,” 2023. Digital print. 15.5 x 12.8 inches. IG @vadova_artworks

2024 Hip Hop Studies Summit

Program Guide (PDF)


2022 Hip Hop Studies Summit 

Program Guide (PDF)

 


Hip Hop Studies Summit
Planning Committee

Emilie Koenig, English
Brent McLaren, Counseling
Adam Martinez, English
Donald Essex, DPS Counseling
Tara Johnson, Fashion Merchandising
Taisha McMickens, Communication Studies 

The Hip Hop Studies Summit is presented by the Arts, Communication, & Design Academic and Career Community in partnership with UMOJA and the Center for Culture and Social Justice.