Nuthin' But a "G” Thang: Branding Hip Hop

Over the past 50 years, the influence of Hip Hop has been seen and heard around the world. It’s sound has evolved, along with its visual language. Who is responsible for shaping the way we view the culture of Hip Hop? Who are the designers that created some of the most iconic record label logos, album covers, and posters? How do we teach the complexity of its culture? This panel seeks proposals that critically examine the visual language of Hip Hop. Proposals may include case studies, discussions of design professional’s own work, or design pedagogy practice, among other topics.