AeroSoul: Urban Hieroglyphics
(an International African Diaspora Spray Can Art Conferance)
In honor of African History we are focusing on the Black/African contribution, narrative and experience in Spray Can Art. The art genre known culturally to its practitioners, as “Writing” has been a vital part of the American inner-city landscape since the late 1960’s. Sprouting roots from the ghettos and subways of New York City, Spray Can Writing has extended its cultural influence to youth across the nation and the world.
AeroSoul 3 will showcase some of the most cutting-edge, dynamic Black HipHop Calligraphers in the world, featuring artists from Writing’s east coast origins to the new lettering stylists of the day. We regard this historical event to be of utmost importance in giving recognition to the visionary creators of this urban craft. The fact that these contributions are rarely shown in their proper historical context if acknowledged at all has also been a driving force for us to bring these gems to light. African/Black contributions to world history have been more than ample and significant particularly in the field of the arts and culture.
The Bay Area Aerosol Heritage Society also known as AeroSoul is proud to present the third AeroSoul event, following two successful annual Conference Exhibits in Los Angeles and the Bay Area. “AeroSoul 3” 2012 will kick off on July 13th, and be followed by a 6 month-long series of events including an artist panel, slide show lectures, youth art workshops, live painting, and educational seminars. With a showcase of over 50 well-known Spray can artists from around the globe, AeroSoul has the propensity to bring forward a movement that will enlighten the minds and spirits of the community at large, sending shock waves of change to a society in desperate need of social face lift.
Opening Festival (July 13th-July 15th)
Opening at the historic African American Art and Culture Complex in San Francisco California on Friday, July 13th. AeroSoul is both a Social Action and a Cultural Celebration. AAACC 762 Fulton St. San Francisco, Ca
Black/African icons of the Aerosol Art movement from around the world will come together to promote the essence of Spray Can Writing culture. By participating in this exhibit of racial and cultural unity, artists will demonstrate the creative benefits of the art form, including how it is a means to address many of the social ills facing the black/brown community today, as well as a tool for collective empowerment and cultural liberation.
Hosted by the Universal Zulu Nation, the July 13th opening is an opportunity to celebrate culture and the high caliber works of iconic artists of the movement. Many of the artists will be present to share and discuss their works. All Hip Hop cultural elements will be represented at the opening event through music, spoken word, dance, and visual art. It will be open to all ages and free to the public.
Mural Painting (July 14th - 15th)
In addition to the gallery presentation of their artwork, visiting artists will paint murals in Oakland’s inner-city neighborhoods with youth trained in the artform by Oakland-based muralists. The cultural practice of bringing together older artists and the youth they mentor has the purpose of collective community engagement in defining and designing the public spaces in which we live. The end result will be public artworks that foster a healthy and vibrant environment in which Oakland’s youth can grow, develop, and learn.
Panel Discussions/Presentations (July 15th @ 6pm)
(There will be other scheduled presentations throughout the 6 month exhibit run)
Diverse speaking events complementing the exhibit will take place throughout the month at various art and education venues. All events will be open to the public; youth and adults of all ages are invited to participate and attend.
July 15th, African American Art and Culture Complex in San Francisco: Panel lecture, discussion, and slide show from visiting artists on the state of the art form and its cultural context from a black/African perspective.
Date TBA, African American Art and Culture Complex: Lecture and slide presentation by Writing Historian CRE8 of Los Angeles.
Date TBA: African American Art and Culture Complex: Panel lecture on research being conducted, scholarship being produced about the impact of using Aerosol Art and Hip Hop cultures in classrooms and other youth learning settings. This will include discussions on art, culture, and education; language and literacy theory; and Hip Hop culture as a critical pedagogical framework for youth learning and development.
Urban Calligraphy Workshop (Date TBA, African American Art and Culture Complex)
AeroSoul coordinators and local legends, Refa One and Kufu, will host a 3-hour workshop and community art project for and with youth from across the Bay Area.
Gallery Tours: (Time TBA)
Artist Historian Refa One will guide you through the gallery explaining the cultural significance of the genre as well as giving insight into the artwork displayed on the gallery walls.
NEED FOR SUPPORT
AeroSoul, its coordinators, and participants appreciate your support in ensuring that this historic event reaches its potential to positively impact youth and communities, and build Aerosol Art and Hip Hop culture.
In order to achieve this potential, funding is sought for the resources and materials necessary to organizing and executing the exhibition and accompanying events.
To show your support, please contact
Project Coordinator and exhibit Curator, Refa One
Email: aerosoulstaff@gmail.com
Visit www.aerosoulart.org
AeroSoul 3 will showcase some of the most cutting-edge, dynamic Black HipHop Calligraphers in the world, featuring artists from Writing’s east coast origins to the new lettering stylists of the day. We regard this historical event to be of utmost importance in giving recognition to the visionary creators of this urban craft. The fact that these contributions are rarely shown in their proper historical context if acknowledged at all has also been a driving force for us to bring these gems to light. African/Black contributions to world history have been more than ample and significant particularly in the field of the arts and culture.
The Bay Area Aerosol Heritage Society also known as AeroSoul is proud to present the third AeroSoul event, following two successful annual Conference Exhibits in Los Angeles and the Bay Area. “AeroSoul 3” 2012 will kick off on July 13th, and be followed by a 6 month-long series of events including an artist panel, slide show lectures, youth art workshops, live painting, and educational seminars. With a showcase of over 50 well-known Spray can artists from around the globe, AeroSoul has the propensity to bring forward a movement that will enlighten the minds and spirits of the community at large, sending shock waves of change to a society in desperate need of social face lift.
Opening Festival (July 13th-July 15th)
Opening at the historic African American Art and Culture Complex in San Francisco California on Friday, July 13th. AeroSoul is both a Social Action and a Cultural Celebration. AAACC 762 Fulton St. San Francisco, Ca
Black/African icons of the Aerosol Art movement from around the world will come together to promote the essence of Spray Can Writing culture. By participating in this exhibit of racial and cultural unity, artists will demonstrate the creative benefits of the art form, including how it is a means to address many of the social ills facing the black/brown community today, as well as a tool for collective empowerment and cultural liberation.
Hosted by the Universal Zulu Nation, the July 13th opening is an opportunity to celebrate culture and the high caliber works of iconic artists of the movement. Many of the artists will be present to share and discuss their works. All Hip Hop cultural elements will be represented at the opening event through music, spoken word, dance, and visual art. It will be open to all ages and free to the public.
Mural Painting (July 14th - 15th)
In addition to the gallery presentation of their artwork, visiting artists will paint murals in Oakland’s inner-city neighborhoods with youth trained in the artform by Oakland-based muralists. The cultural practice of bringing together older artists and the youth they mentor has the purpose of collective community engagement in defining and designing the public spaces in which we live. The end result will be public artworks that foster a healthy and vibrant environment in which Oakland’s youth can grow, develop, and learn.
Panel Discussions/Presentations (July 15th @ 6pm)
(There will be other scheduled presentations throughout the 6 month exhibit run)
Diverse speaking events complementing the exhibit will take place throughout the month at various art and education venues. All events will be open to the public; youth and adults of all ages are invited to participate and attend.
July 15th, African American Art and Culture Complex in San Francisco: Panel lecture, discussion, and slide show from visiting artists on the state of the art form and its cultural context from a black/African perspective.
Date TBA, African American Art and Culture Complex: Lecture and slide presentation by Writing Historian CRE8 of Los Angeles.
Date TBA: African American Art and Culture Complex: Panel lecture on research being conducted, scholarship being produced about the impact of using Aerosol Art and Hip Hop cultures in classrooms and other youth learning settings. This will include discussions on art, culture, and education; language and literacy theory; and Hip Hop culture as a critical pedagogical framework for youth learning and development.
Urban Calligraphy Workshop (Date TBA, African American Art and Culture Complex)
AeroSoul coordinators and local legends, Refa One and Kufu, will host a 3-hour workshop and community art project for and with youth from across the Bay Area.
Gallery Tours: (Time TBA)
Artist Historian Refa One will guide you through the gallery explaining the cultural significance of the genre as well as giving insight into the artwork displayed on the gallery walls.
NEED FOR SUPPORT
AeroSoul, its coordinators, and participants appreciate your support in ensuring that this historic event reaches its potential to positively impact youth and communities, and build Aerosol Art and Hip Hop culture.
In order to achieve this potential, funding is sought for the resources and materials necessary to organizing and executing the exhibition and accompanying events.
To show your support, please contact
Project Coordinator and exhibit Curator, Refa One
Email: aerosoulstaff@gmail.com
Visit www.aerosoulart.org
