Art-Hop: The Manifesto

Art-Hop is a new art movement coined by Taurean in 2008. In this movement, it is the intersection of Art History and hip-hop culture expressed in various ways or "styles"

Style #1 called "Art Chops", is where the works created have references, riffs, and elements of known famous works of art in from the canon of western art or other established art movements in history. Just as producers sample old rock records and create a beat by referencing drums or sounds in a loop, Taurean creates art in that same fashion in visual form. Style #2 is called "Art-Cing" where the works are visual interpretations of hip hop songs or inspired by hip hop music. Viewers will notice there will be text or lyrics referencing hip hop or cultural references throughout the work. This exhibition is comprised of 12 works ranging in subject matter such as pop culture, religion, politics, sex, religion, and culture from the African American community. Style#3 is called "Art-Hop Headz" are portraits whether drawn or painted that pay homage to hip hop musicians, producers, or figures in hip hop history and culture. Style #4 is called "Spitting Images" and are hip hop songs made that have lyrics filled with fine art or art history terminology and concepts. "Art-Hop" the visual mixtape will arrive early summer 2024 on www.cr8ntv.com

In conclusion, the movement of Art-Hop was birthed out of Taurean's passion for both art and hip hop. As it is a trend nowadays that both worlds are more intertwined, Taurean foresaw how intriguing both worlds would collide before this cultural phenomenon took shape. It is Taurean's intention to bridge the gap between art from the institution and the everyday observer of art. Hope you enjoy the soundtrack! Sit back, nod your head, and enjoy the vibes!