FAQ About The Role of Hip Hop in Visual Art
How did graffiti become associated with hip hop culture?
Graffiti became associated with hip hop culture in the late 1970s in New York City. It was part of the four original elements of hip hop, alongside MCing, DJing, and breakdancing. Graffiti artists, known as writers, started tagging subways and buildings as a form of self-expression, rebellion, and identity. This art form was incorporated into hip hop culture due to its vibrant, expressive, and often rebellious nature, mirroring the challenges and creativity of urban life.
