Known as the world’s most prolific prison artist Donald “C-Note” Hooker is an interdisciplinary American prisoner artist whose work transcends the confines of incarceration. As a poet, playwright, performing artist, and award-winning visual artist, he has earned the title “King of Prison Hip Hop.” His creations have been exhibited, performed, recited, or sold globally, from Alcatraz to Berlin.
Painter
Poet
Playwright
Performing Artist
King of Prison Hip Hop
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Born on December 13, 1965, in Los Angeles, California, C-Note faced early life challenges, including being orphaned at birth. Despite these obstacles, he emerged as a significant figure in Black art and liberation movements. His experiences with systemic racism and mass incarceration deeply influence his art, making it a powerful commentary on these pervasive issues.
C-Note’s art continues to inspire and provoke thought, breaking barriers and fostering dialogue on critical social issues. His works have been featured in film, music videos, recited, or performed, and featured in numerous national and international art exhibitions, including:
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14.05.2016 – 29.05.2016
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Through the Wall: Prison Arts Collective – CB1-Guest Gallery, Los Angeles, CA, USA |
| 01.05.2017 – 30.06.2017 | Art Escape at Alcatraz – Alcatraz Island, CA, USA |
| 01.10.2018 – 30.11.2018 | Capitalizing on Justice – Urban Justice Center, in Manhattan, New York City, NY, USA |
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12.04.2019 – 14.04.2019
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Connecting Art and Law for Liberation (CALL) – University of California, Los Angeles’s, Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American studies, Los Angeles, CA, USA |
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23.06.2020 – 13.10.2023
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BACK TO LIFE: 5th International Art Competition 2020, Art and Prison eV – National Museum of Liechtenstein, Vaduz., Germany |
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05.08.2021 – 05.08.2021
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Art For Redemption Interactive Mural – North Art District (RiNO) in Denver, Colorado, USA |
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27.12.2021 – 31.01.2022
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“Look Up! 2” Hope & Beauty Art (Billboard Art Exhibition) – Silicon Valley, CA, USA |
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01.03.2024 – 31.03.2024
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Herstory Through His Eyes: C-Note Celebrates Women – Virtual |
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05.07.2024 – 05.08.2024
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Underground Art in a Loop – The Holy Art Gallery, London, UK |