Gutfest ‘89

Inspired by the track 'Gutfest '89' from Digital Underground’s seminal album Sex Packets, this piece captures the raw, kinetic energy of Oakland’s 1980s hip-hop scene. Featuring the group live at Lake Merritt, the illustration uses a dense, 'Where’s Waldo' style narrative to celebrate the fashion, humor, and cultural ' sense of fun' that defined the era.