Context
Following the success of the original 100 Collective, I developed History of House as a themed extension—focused on documenting the evolution of house music through visual form.
The project was built around a simple idea: to translate the genre’s most influential tracks, artists, and eras into a series of original artworks that could capture its cultural impact.
Delivered in collaboration with Dorothy, the work was presented as an immersive exhibition—bringing music, art, and audience together in a shared space.
Creative role
Founder & Lead Artist
Concept development for themed series
Creation of 100 original artworks
Live performance-based creation process
Exhibition and release strategy
Execution
Over the course of two weeks, 100 original artworks were created live—each piece responding directly to a track from a curated playlist of songs that shaped house music over the last 50 years.
The process was intentionally time-based, with each artwork produced in rhythm with the music—allowing sound to directly influence mark-making, pace, and composition.
Each piece represents a specific moment within the genre’s timeline, forming a visual archive that spans generations of artists, scenes, and cultural shifts.
The works were then brought together within an exhibition environment, supported by live DJ sets, social content, and limited edition releases—extending the project beyond static display into an active cultural experience.
selected works
Community & Culture
More than just art for sale, History of House sparked conversation among music fans, visuals artists, and cultural curators. It was supported by:
In-gallery events featuring local DJs
Social media showcases with track spotlights
Limited edition bundles inspired by milestones in house music
Dorothy x neil keating exhibition
The exhibition brought house music into gallery spaces and lived experience—connecting communities through shared memories and artistry. It also expanded the 100 Collective concept, inspiring future editions around other genres and cultural themes.
Outcome
100 original artworks created as part of a live series
Exhibition delivered in collaboration with Dorothy
Strong global collector response
Expansion of the 100 Collective into themed, culture-led editions
Impact
The project transforms music into a visual archive—capturing the evolution of house culture through a live, process-driven approach.
By combining performance, exhibition, and distribution, History of House expands the 100 Collective into a platform that documents and celebrates cultural movements through art.
