Mapping of Hip-Hop in NYC 1970-1990 (student project) - web app
2024

"New York Hip-Hop" is a prototype of an interactive visual presentation of the development of hip-hop culture from 1970 to 1990, created as a graduate thesis. This educational presentation is intended for enthusiasts and new generations of listeners, with the aim of providing historical facts and encouraging deeper research.

The information presented in the prototype was collected by archiving flyers and posters that promoted hip-hop events in New York. The prototype shows important locations for the development of the hip-hop subculture (nightclubs and similar spaces) on a map of New York, along with stories about those locations and a timeline. The ribbon allows you to select one of five categories (ALL, DJING, MC-ING, WRITING, BREAKING and LIFESTYLE). There are also options ABOUT A PROJECT and SIGN UP/LOGIN.

After the user logs in or registers via the SIGN UP/LOGIN option and fills in basic information, a new form called SUBMIT A STORY opens. Using this form, users can contribute to the development of the project.

The beige background refers to the worn flyers that promoted the events covered in the prototype. The typeface used in the project is Good Headline Pro, due to its similarity to the famous Knockout typeface. Each letter in the titles is in a different cut to further emphasize the collage, diversity and spirit of New York.

Mentor: Assoc. art. Elvis Krstulović

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