CHOP GODS of Egypt
CHOP GODS of Egypt
CHOP GODS of Egypt gives viewers a quick history lesson of the very first barbers of our time, with hieroglyphics spelling out CHOP GOD. Barbering dates back to early 4000 B.C in Ancient Egypt, where they would use oyster shells & sharpened flintstone to perform haircutting services. Barbers were highly respected for their work in society. Cutting the hair of the elites, Priests & even pharaohs.
This piece was apart of an installation I curated along with my wife and daughter in our hometown Memphis, TN called “CHOPP SHOP: A Barber Exposé”. The exhibition offers an in depth exploration behind the history of barbers, hair artistry, women and male hair hygiene, and the overall therapy that lies underneath it all. Through film photography and other creative expressions, the work presents a sense of connection with the community.