Still Tho: Aesthetic Survival of Hip Hop’s Visual Art
Curated by Mark V. Campbell, Still Tho is an ode to the visual artists in Canada who shaped hip-hop culture and its visual aesthetics. In this group exhibition featuring artists from across Canada, an array of mix-media works explores the growth, influence and importance of graffiti art and its aesthetic legacies.
The phrase “Still Tho” in the exhibition’s title refers to a common expression in hip-hop culture that speaks to these artists’ perseverance and their overcoming numerous barriers to make art and build community. Moreover, the exhibition highlights the lasting impact of hip-hop’s visual art on both Canadian culture and visual aesthetics in our digital age.
photo by Michael McGuire
East of East Atlantic Hip Hop Archive
The East of East Atlantic Canadian Hip Hop Archive delves into the rich history of hip hop culture in the Atlantic Provinces dating back to the 1980s. Curated by founder Michael McGuire this exhibition showcases a selection of digital and physical items from an archive of over 2100 recordings, 400 posters, and 9 hours of video, along with 850 CDs, 165 cassettes, and 280 vinyl records. This exhibition aims to celebrate and preserve the often-overlooked hip hop legacy of Atlantic Canada and honour the individuals who have contributed to its vibrancy.
As an ongoing project, the East of East Archive collects and documents materials related to Atlantic Canadian hip hop. The exhibition is designed to be an interactive experience. Visitors will not only view but also have the opportunity to engage with and contribute to the history of hip hop in the region and experience the breadth of cultural expression within Atlantic Canada.
