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At the Intersection of Professional Sport and Design with Chris Benchetler

Episode 39: Show Notes

Welcome to another episode of NorCal and Shill with today’s special guest, Chris Benchetler! Chris is both an athlete and artist, with immense success in both. He has a special ability to survey the terrain with a unique designer eye, which allows him to cut perfect lines and gain big air, making him a feared rival in any competition. His journey as a designer has been long and has evolved since he was a kid, leading him to become the respected industry figure he is today. Chris has been cultivating his craft at the intersection of professional sport and design for over two decades and focuses on mixed-mediums. In today’s episode, we find out what motivated him to enter the NFT space, his evolution as a designer, and where Chris draws inspiration for his designs, as well as his unique approach to designing, how he combines professional athlete with design, and some advice for people entering the NFT space, plus much more! Tune in today to hear from rising NFT star and professional athlete, Chris Benchetler!

Key Points From This Episode:

•    An introduction to Chris and what he is currently up to.

•    Chris tells us about the first time he heard about NFTs and how he got involved.

•    A story about Chris’s Twitter profile being hacked and how he recovered it.

•    What motivated him to become an artist and how it intersects with skiing.

•    Where he draws inspiration for his designs and artwork.

•    The various jobs he did before finding his true calling as a designer and artist.

•    We hear about Chris’s professional journey as a designer and artist.

•    How he learned all the different technical skills needed for design.

•    Chris explains his approach to design and art and why it is constantly evolving.

•    What animal Chris would be if he could choose and what his favorite food is.

•    Hear the best piece of advice he has ever been given.

•    Tips and advice for people wanting to enter the NFT space.

•    Why Chris thinks it is essential to research NFT extensively first before taking the leap.

•    Where would he live if he could choose anywhere and why.

•    Interview flip: we find out what NorCal’s motivation was to get involved with NFTs.

•    NorCal’s first experience becoming an NBA Top Shot collector.

•    The reason behind NorCal’s decision to start a podcast.

•    Ending the show with some shoutouts from Chris!


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Chris Benchetler on Twitter

Chris Benchetler on SuperRare

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