The Legends of Hip Hop – Monday, December 12, 2011

Spread the word, DMC and Bua are having a panel discussion about Bua’s book “The Legends of Hip Hop” at LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art). This Monday at 7PM! Any help spreading the word would be dope!

Groundbreaking artist Justin BUA is internationally known for his best-selling collection of fine art posters–The DJ being one of the most popular prints of all time. Born in 1968 in NYC’s untamed Upper West Side and raised between Manhattan and East Flatbush, Brooklyn, BUA was fascinated by the raw, visceral street l…ife of the city. He attended the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and Performing Arts and complemented his education on the streets by writing graffiti and performing worldwide with breakdancing crews. BUA went on to the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California where he earned a B.F.A in Illustration. Starting in the world of commercial art, BUA designed and illustrated myriad projects, from skateboards and CD covers to advertising campaigns. He developed the look and feel of the opening sequence for MTV’s Lyricist Lounge Show, EA Sports video games NBA Street and NFL Street, and the world of Slum Village’s award winning music video “Tainted” among others. He designed the BUA line of apparel and a limited edition shoe line with PF Flyers that sold out completely. Currently, he teaches figure drawing at the University of Southern California, while continuing to be a leading innovator in both the fine and commercial art worlds. BUA’s energetic and vocal worldwide fan base ranges from former presidents, actors, musicians, professional athletes, and dancers, to street kids and art connoisseurs. In his first book, The Beat of Urban Art, BUA lays out his unique vision, melding urban rhythms, graffiti, and classical art training. This visually arresting book is about his life, his work, and the birth of Hip-Hop. As we follow BUA through his turbulent youth, navigating the streets and underground worlds of the urban jungle, we recognize the powerful evolution of BUA’s distinct style—“New Urban Realism.” Following in the footsteps of the great masters, BUA represents the lives of both the revered and the marginalized, the heroes and the underdogs of his time—New York City during the 1970s and ’80s. With an autobiographical narrative illustrated with photographs, drawings, sketches, studies, and explanations of how many of his paintings were created, The Beat of Urban Art takes you into the head of the modern-day Toulouse-Lautrec.

Rise Up and Salute the Sun – The Writings of Suzy Kassem

The quest for ultimate wisdom and self-knowledge is the delicate thread woven through this mystical collection some call metaphysical music. If you are on a journey in search of Truth — Suzy Kassem’s Rise Up and Salute the Sun is your ticket.

 About the Author

Born in 1975 to first generation Egyptians in the heart of America, Suzy Kassem is a world traveler, spiritual seeker, educator, filmmaker, American writer, poet, philosopher, and multi-faceted artist/citizen of the world!  The granddaughter of a well-known sage in 19th century Cairo, mysticism and wisdom run through her blood just as the water of the Nile flows through her veins.

 My Take on Suzy

Suzy is a beautiful soul and a cherished friend of mine!  She is definitely one of a kind, ahead of her time and has been a huge influence and inspiration to me (more than she will ever know).  This woman blows my mind with every word and every idea that she ejects.  If only everyone would awaken from their slumber! 

I first met Suzy several years ago and began to support her endeavors in pushing global street art in LA sometime in 2007.  We quickly attached ourselves to one another and have been inseparable since.   Panthaland was her second influential curated art show in LA in 2007 @ The Crash Mansion featuring artist from all over the globe and live performances including Bahamadia, Lady Bug Mecca (Digable Planets) and Egyptian Lover.  I quickly jumped on the opportunity to work with Suzy on this event in assisting with promotion and coordination.   

Suzy’s path to seek and spread truth grows strong and touches the heart of every being she encounters as she radiates her energy to all those who accept it.  Her manifestation of the truth continues its journey through “Rise Up and Salute the Sun! This book reveals answers to the curiosity of such things as love, friendship, and faith.  It provides a deeper understanding of how each of these affect our lives and how we project each affects that of others.   I highly recommend that you PICK UP and READ this book! 

http://www.amazon.com/Rise-Up-Salute-Sun-Writings/dp/0615388868/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1309539807&sr=1-1-catcorr

  ”Your mind can be your enemy or friend.  If you always follow your heart, your mind will feel neglected.  If you follow only your mind, your heart will never forgive you.  Never ignore your conscience, yet always be conscious of reason.  Make your heart and mind friends and you will have peace of mind throughout life’s seasons.” - Suzy Kasseem

 

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