By Particle
Explore the world of art, collecting, and community building in web3! Join Scooter for candid one-on-one conversations with leading artists and collectors from a wide range of disciplines.
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William Kolomyjec, better known as Dr. Bill, is a generative art OG who has been making algorithmic computer art since the early 1970s. He pioneered computer art while studying at Michigan State University, while he taught engineering graphics, computer graphics, and computer art at Ohio State University. He has experience working at Pixar, developing educational products, and delivering training with numerous institutions. Dr. Bill began tokenizing some of his artwork on Ethereum in 2022, and earlier this month released a collection of Bitcoin Ordinals.
Recorded on August 23, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:30) Background & Generative Art Summit Talk
(07:31) Collaborating with Generative Art Pioneers
(10:44) The Computer Art Community in the 1970s
(12:45) Facing Resistance as a Computer Art Pioneer
(15:21) Debut Bitcoin Ordinals Collection
(20:02) Sourcing Rare Satoshis for Ordinals Collection
(22:18) Personal Stories Associated with Ordinals Artwork
(28:36) Story behind Banana Cone Plotter Art
(29:54) Prints Available to Ordinal Collectors
(31:36) Plotter Art to Blockchain Exhibition with Goat Gallery
(35:45) Algorithmic Snacks from the Generative Art Vending Machine
(38:57) Curating Outputs and the Alchemy of Generative Art
(41:39) Three Worlds Animated: Bringing an M.C. Escher Artwork to Life
(48:26) Works Acquired by Michael Spalter & Buffalo AKG Museum
(50:27) Evolving Views on Digital Art
(52:27) Final Thoughts from Dr. Bill
(53:24) Outro
Muhju is an architect and illustrator who is known for his distinctive style which he terms Renaissance 2.0. He draws inspiration from antiquity, including ancient Greece and Rome as well as the Renaissance and Baroque periods. His digital artwork combines a range of elements from these epochs, and this is also reflected through physical jewelry that he designs. Muhju’s artwork has been exhibited internationally, and his first solo exhibition, Renaissance Dreams, was recently presented by Anggrech Agency in Zurich.
Recorded on August 9, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:00) Lifelong Interest in Storytelling
(05:18) Influence of Architecture on Artistic Path
(09:16) Renaissance 2.0: an Evolving Aesthetic
(12:30) Nexus Anima: A Collection that Transcends the Canvas
(17:13) The Making of Nexus Anima Portraits
(20:18) Anima Necklace: Jewelry created in a Renaissance 2.0 Style
(25:27) Sharing Royalties with Nexus Anima Collectors
(27:48) Renaissance Dreams: a Solo Exhibition
(30:48) Storytelling through a Triptych
(33:12) Endgame: Integrating Renaissance 2.0 & Glitch Styles
(37:02) FreedOM Fighter: the Joy of Making a Meme Card
(41:35) The Architect: a Self-Portrait of the Artist
(44:22) Family Collection of Renaissance Paintings
(46:55) Muhju's Personal Collecting Interests
(51:46) Outro
BonafideHan is a prominent builder within the web3 space. Han is the founder of Deca, an application that empowers Artists & Collectors, and he has recently launched Shape, a layer 2 chain built for creators. He is also a part of 6529 capital, as well as a prominent collector of tokenized art.
Recorded on August 2, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:50) How Web2 Experience Informed Han's Views on Web3
(04:19) The Significance of Storytelling
(06:42) Shape: a Layer 2 Blockchain Made for Creators
(10:50) Designing a Culture for Artists & Builders
(13:25) Gasback: Unlocking Value for Creators
(15:43) Encouraging Innovation with Gasback
(21:17) Harnessing the Power of Programmable NFTs
(29:22) Opportunities to Participate in Shape
(30:39) Deca: a Platform to Display & Share Digital Art
(33:29) Collector & Artist Pages on Deca
(37:03) Enabling Wallet Aggregation & Cross Chain Visibility with Deca
(43:40) Relationship Between Art & Digital Identity
(45:49) Collecting, Curating & Brokering Fidenzas
(50:28) The Role of Co-ownership in Digital Art
(52:40) Decagons: a Unique & Evolving Artwork
(58:14) Final Thoughts from Han
(59:49) Outro
Kirill Pobedeen is a photographer, digital artist and curator. Kirill uses his artwork to tell stories that explore the drama of human experience, combines art and technology to investigate the nature of our world and the ways we perceive it. He co-founded the Frame Society which uplifts emerging talent in the NFT space, and he recently released Somnium, a collection of digital works that comprise photos, mixed media and videos.
Recorded on July 26, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:10) First Exposure to Photography
(06:55) Pursuing Photography as a Career
(07:34) Infusing Emotion into Art
(08:44) Somnium: a Project 6 Months in the Making
(13:17) Stepping into a Directorial Role through Somnium
(15:26) Using ERC 7160 Contract to Engage Collectors
(17:34) Finding Mystery in the Creative Process
(19:25) Onboarding & Educating Artists with The Frame Society
(23:06) Curating Events with The Frame Society
(26:05) The Value of Marketing & Communication for Artists
(29:15) End the Struggle Meme Card
(31:43) The Evolution of 5 Stages of Grief
(34:38) Synergy: a Unique Artwork Co-Created with Collectors
(36:40) Unique Materials Used to Create the Synergy Work
(38:26) Manifesto: A Blind Mint Using a Customized Smart Contract
(40:26) Exploring the Connection Between Art & Digital Identity
(42:20) Artwork that Resonates with Kirill
(43:40) A Unique Artwork from Kirill's Collection
(45:33) Final Thoughts from Kirill
(45:54) Outro
Judith Sepiold is a co-founder of the Crypto Sticker Thing, a recently launched collaborative collection of unique physical and digital cryptoart that includes stickers, display boxes, collecting books, as well as ordinals. Judith is joined by number of artists whose work is featured in the inaugural crypto sticker collection, including Empress Trash, Angie Taylor, Reinhard Schmidt and FelixFelixFelix.
Recorded on July 19, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:39) Judith's Early Experiences in Web3
(06:07) Inspiration and Idea Behind Crypto Stickers
(08:43) The Crypto Sticker Box & Crypto Sticker Book
(11:55) Curation and Collaboration of Crypto Sticker Artwork
(14:30) Bitcoin Psychedelia by Empress Trash
(21:13) PuNk ARt by Angie Taylor
(25:36) The Switch Dude by FelixFelixFelix
(29:39) Stick-a-SmackMan by Reinhard Schmid
(35:42) Role of Stickers at Crypto Events
(39:31) Evolution and Value of Sticker Culture
(43:30) Subversive Visual Communication through Sticker Art
(44:56) Showcasing Sticker Art
(46:40) Linking Physical & Digital Art through Stickers
(50:24) Enhancing Sticker Art Collecting & Display
(52:36) Final Thoughts from Guests
(56:40) Outro
DevonFigures is a creator, collector, and builder. Devon is the artist behind the Five Lines collection. He is a partner with Glitch, a collective of creatives who adopt novel perspectives and use emerging technology to disrupt the status quo. And he is helping to build White Walls, an ecosystem that bridges the gap between digital ownership and physical viewership.
Recorded on July 5, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Founding Creative Agency Glitch Labs
(06:08) Embracing the Inner Artist with Just Five Lines
(10:19) White Walls: the Need for Better Digital Display
(13:59) Feedback from Users of White Walls
(16:48) App Access & Device Compatibility
(19:58) Cross-Chain Compatibility & Screen Resolution
(23:28) How White Walls Differs from its Competitors
(26:35) Promoting Adoption with Community Passes
(31:01) Modes of Display & Artwork Info Panel
(37:43) Potential for Institutional and Corporate Partnerships
(40:58) Unique Physical Works in Devon's Collection
(44:32) Unlocking Memory & Emotion with Digital Display
(50:20) Access to Alpha & Beta Testing for White Walls
(52:33) Outro
Rhea Myers is an artist, hacker and writer originally from the UK who is now based in British Columbia, Canada. Her work places technology and culture in mutual interrogation to produce new ways of seeing the world as it unfolds around us.
Recorded on June 19, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:10) Background in Computer Art & Creative Coding
(06:07) Exploring Conceptual Art with "Is Art"
(13:37) Commodifying Subjectivity through "The Ego and It's Owned"
(19:04) Reframing Property & Ownership with "Certificate of Inauthenticity"
(27:23) Envisioning a Sci-Fi Crypto Dystopia with "Bad Shibe"
(36:02) Critiquing the Trad Art World with Proof of Work: Blockchain Provocations
(44:21) Considering a Return to Smart Contracts?
(52:33) Performing Conspiracy Theory with "Portents"
(1:01:52) A Few of Rhea's Favorite Artists
(1:05:22) Final Thoughts from Rhea
(1:06:24) Outro
Steve Pikelny is a Brooklyn-based artist with a background in engineering and finance. He is known for his crypto, web-based, and generative art that combines satire, absurdism, and postmodernism. His work often involves creating fake websites and launching scams to highlight the social and economic narratives people build around digital ownership and value. His most recent project is FinSexy, a satirical art project that critiques the intersection of online fetish culture, financial exploitation, and digital economies.
Recorded on June 21, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:42) Working as Mutual Fund Analyst with MorningStar
(05:29) Exploring Creativity through Art and Code
(09:39) Absurdist Children's Story, "You are not Special"
(14:47) Parodying the Crypto Ecosystem with FastCashMoneyPlus.biz
(18:04) Combining Religious & Financial Themes with CryptoGodKing
(21:36) Financial Nihilism and the Crypto Space
(25:29) ETF: an Art Project that Functions as a Financial Instrument
(30:28) Questioning Instant Gratification with Dopamine Machines
(33:36) FinSexy: Experiential Art Satirizing the Extractive Nature of Crypto
(42:00) Parallels between Crypto and FinDom Communities
(49:00) Instructions for Defacement: Making PFPs out of the US Dollar
(55:06) Turning a Scam into Art with Negative Value Certificates
(1:01:10) Final Thoughts from Steve
(1:01:53) Outro
Susanne Päch, spouse of the late Herbert W. Franke, is a journalist and media specialist who collaborated with Franke, oversees his archives, curates exhibitions of his work, and is founder of the Art Meets Science - Foundation Herbert W. Franke dedicated to preserving his legacy. Franke led a multi-faceted life that included work as an artist, writer, and scientist. He was a pioneer of machine-generated art, authored nearly 50 books that included science fiction and utopian literature, and explored the connections between perceptual processes and art.
Recorded on June 11, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:17) Susanne's Connection with Herbert
(03:51) Memorable Life Moments
(06:46) Legacy of Herbert W. Franke
(08:46) Intersection of Art & Science
(12:26) Popularity within the NFT & Web3 Space
(14:35) Taking a Rational Approach to Art
(18:14) Exploring the Creative Potential of Technology
(19:57) View on Collaborating with Machines
(21:36) Predicting the Rise of Computer Art
(22:52) Assuming the Title of "The Dinosaur of Computer Art"
(25:02) The Importance of Play in Artistic Experiments
(26:07) Exploring Generative Photography through the Light Forms Series
(26:55) Experimenting with Picture Processing through the Einstein Series
(32:04) Math Art: a Study of the Aesthetics of Mathematics
(35:06) Creating Perpetual Moving Images with Zentrum Program
(37:05) Collaborating with Expanded.Art, Artblocks & PROOF for Zentrum
(39:28) 2024 Generative Art Summit
(42:14) Uniting Generative Art Pioneers with New Generation of Artists
(43:57) Creating Algorithmic Art with the Tools at Hand
(47:24) Insights on Artificial Intelligence from The Orchid Cage
(52:02) Significant Contributions from Herbert W. Franke
(55:14) Outro
Roope Rainisto is a Finnish designer, creator, photographer and screen-writer with a flair for storytelling. Roope has had a lengthy career as a professional designer, and holds a Master of Science degree in Information Networks from the Helsinki University of Technology, Through his art, he combines artificial intelligence and traditional art methods to blur the boundary between the real and the virtual, creating works that feels both familiar and foreign. Acclaimed collections include Life in West America, Reworld, and the recently released Vacation series.
Recorded on June 7, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:56) Self Expression through Creative Pursuits
(03:39) Impact of Design Career on Artistic Trajectory
(05:55) Taking Risks & Avoiding Regret through Art
(08:55) Developing User Experience Patent Applications
(11:24) Influence of AI on the Role of the Artist
(14:33) Establishing Authenticity in an Artistic Practice
(18:30) Questions of Originality & Authorship in AI
(22:16) Perception & Reality in AI Photography
(26:11) Examining Individual Drama through Life in West America
(29:50) Shoshin, or the Beginner's Mind, Reflected through AI
(33:58) Exploring our Place in Society with Reworld
(36:38) "Introspection" and the Representation of Reality in Art
(38:13) Curating Post Photographic Perspectives with FellowshipAI
(40:45) Investigating Escapism through Vacation series
(43:38) Human Desire for Unique Experiences
(46:03) Using AI to Create Drama & Disruption
(49:20) Roope's Approach to Collecting Art
(52:03) Approach to Curating Works for Collections
(54:12) Outro
The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.