[EVENT CANCELLED] – join this live discussion between J.SON, a journeyman graffiti writer, historian and author of Graffiti 365 (Abrams 2011) and Riff 170, one of the greatest graffiti style-masters of all time. J.SON and Riff 170 will present an illustrated online conversation on Bronx graffiti of the 1970s. Join live for their exciting analysis of the greatest living innovators, and remembrances of deceased leaders of the field. The free international evening event will further establish graffiti’s place in the art world, presenting Riff 170 and J.Son’s views on whether graffiti should be considered as part of “hip hop” or not.
They will field audience questions and comments and The Name Game will be recorded and made archivally available at www.FranklinFurnace.org
RIFF 170 & J.SON: The Name Game: a live conversation about the origins of Bronx graffiti is supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, the New York State Council on the Arts, and the Board of Directors, friends, and members of Franklin Furnace Archive.
