The Art Of Hip Hop Celebrates Black History Month With Esdras Thelusma Panel
Friday, 02/23/2024-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Art of Hip Hop
299 NW 25th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33127
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Spend an evening with Esdras “Photo Tea” Thelusma on Friday, February 23 as part of The Art Of Hip Hop’s Black History Month programming. Thelusma, a Miami-based photographer, filmmaker, and painter, has skillfully captured a diverse array of subjects, ranging from Hip Hop legends and emerging icons to everyday Miami residents. Rather than producing a contrived image, he adeptly captures the innate magnetism of each subject.

Thelusma’s portfolio includes collaborations with the newest class of Hip Hop stars like City Girls and Sexxy Red, as well as established cultural icons like Gucci Mane and Wiz Khalifa. His unique approach seamlessly blends editorial flair with documentary aesthetics, marking him as a tastemaker in the ever-evolving cultural landscape.

On display at the Art of Hip Hop, Thelusma’s works reveal his talent for juxtaposing humility with symbols of opulence, or vice versa, resulting in an elegant body of work that navigates concepts of stardom, class consciousness, and the importance of honoring one’s past. During the event, Thelusma will address topics such as capturing a subject’s charisma or stoicism along with exploring their roots and potential.

This event is not just a showcase of Thelusma’s incredible work but also a forum for reflecting on what it means to be a part of the ever-changing landscape of Hip Hop culture. The Art of Hip Hop looks forward to welcoming guests for an evening of art, conversation, and exploration.