This exclusive photograph has been selected from the prestigious archive of the Chi Modu Estate.
The Queen of Hip Hop and R&B.
"We wanted to show Mary J as the Queen of hip-hop/R&B. Puffy joined us in our editorial meeting and helped with the concept. We had an ice chair carved out of a block in a freezer at the Diamond Ice Company in NYC" - Chi Modu.
Chi Modu was a visionary photographer whose images defined the ‘90s hip hop movement, developing relationships with and capturing iconic moments of then-budding musicians including Tupac Shakur, Notorious B.I.G., Mary J. Blige and LL Cool J. His ability to portray artists as real people rather than one-dimensional celebrities allowed him to capture some of the most memorable images of that era, including “Tupac Smoking” and “Biggie WTC”, in addition to shooting over 30 cover photos at The Source, the definitive magazine of hip hop culture.
Chi's iconic images have gone on to be auctioned at Sothebys with historical prices reaching $30,000\.
He was a pioneer and understood the power of NFTs very early, releasing his first collection just months before he passed, continuing his mission to make his art inclusive and accessible by bringing it directly to the people.
Each physical print has been cryptographically signed by the Chi Modu Estate for undeniable proof of provenance and authenticity; in perpetuity.
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