Staff Writer • 2024-12-03
From sold-out NFT collections to groundbreaking collaborations with global institutions, the Tezos art ecosystem continues to blaze new trails in the intersection of art, blockchain, and Web3 innovation. With its robust infrastructure, Tezos has become a driving force behind the evolution of digital art, pushing boundaries and captivating collectors and artists worldwide. Analívia Cordeiro Launches a New Collection on objkt.com Brazilian digital art pioneer Analívia Cordeiro debuted her new collection, "MUTATIO - Impossible to Control Just Contribute," on the Objkt.com platform. Released alongside her feature at Tate Modern’s Electric Dreams exhibition, the collection underscores her continued influence in algorithmic choreography and digital art. The collection includes three series—ALIEN, WATCHED, and GARDEN—each programmatically linked via a PDF NFT system, reinforcing her legacy as a visionary in both art and technology. Agoria Introduces "Living Music" NFTs French DJ and digital artist Agoria has revolutionized music ownership with his project "Getaway," featuring Nile Rodgers and Madison McFerrin. Each stream of the AI-generated "living music" creates a unique version, and the project offers 501 certifiable editions. A perpetual version of the song recently sold for $10,800 on Objkt, marking the platform's largest music NFT sale to date. This innovation is redefining how artists engage with audiences through blockchain technology. Miami Art Week: A Showcase of Tezos Innovation During Miami Art Week, the Tezos ecosystem will host six days of programming across five venues, featuring over 60 artists. • Miami Digital Art Fair: In collaboration with dminti.io and ICA Miami, this event will debut Laurie Simmons and Peter Wheelwright’s Kaleidoscope (...BIGGER) House, a hybrid physical-digital installation with mintable collectibles on Tezos. • SCOPE Art Fair: Superchief Gallery will present 30 artists on a 65-foot LED screen, selected from over 500 submissions during an open call. • Fake Basel 2024: The Paintboxed - Tezos World Tour will feature the legendary 1981 Quantel Paintbox, a pioneering digital art tool used for creating MTV's logo. Artists will mint their new works as NFTs, with the tour continuing to Paris, London, and New York. Sold-Out NFT Collections Highlight Collector Engagement The Tezos ecosystem has recently seen explosive success: • Mutant Digital Clan of the Undead Lunatics by Mark Knol sold out 2,000 NFTs within hours. • Michael Micasso’s CHAPTER00.txt sold all 512 editions in under an hour, further demonstrating Tezos’ strong collector community. Global Cultural Partnerships Tezos’ partnerships with prestigious institutions like the Musée d'Orsay, the Serpentine, and the Museum of the Moving Image have elevated blockchain art to new heights. • At Musée d'Orsay, Tezos-powered exhibitions such as the Van Gogh Digital Collectibles and Agoria’s showcases integrated Web3 technology into traditional art spaces. • The Serpentine's Gabriel Massan collaboration leveraged Tezos to create a digital collectible generated from a computer game, demonstrating the potential of blockchain to enhance interactivity in art. • Judy Chicago’s Revelations at the Serpentine featured a Web3 proof of participation for her visionary project, What if Women Ruled the World?, marking another milestone for Tezos-powered art. Education and Accessibility Tezos continues to invest in education through initiatives like the Vertical Crypto Residency, WAC Labs, and Blind Gallery’s Academy. These programs empower creators, curators, and developers to explore Web3’s potential in reshaping the global art landscape. Looking Ahead From Analívia Cordeiro’s avant-garde collections to the success of multi-venue programming at Miami Art Week, the Tezos ecosystem remains at the forefront of digital art innovation. By fostering collaborations, pushing creative boundaries, and building bridges with traditional institutions, Tezos is not just participating in the future of art—it’s defining it.
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