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  • The Art of Creating Digital Waste ft. die with the most likes

    Mark Wilson, aka 'die with the most likes', is an Indiana-based artist and writer. His work, born from the destructive blue light of screens, infects the digital art scene, including DART Milano's inaugural exhibition. He's showcased at renowned venues like the Venice Biennale, Glitch Marfa, and the Museum of Crypto Art. He has four books published and a fifth on the horizon.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Separating Personas and Online Presence (00:02:55) Mark talks about being doxed early due to being an author and the need for genuine online conversations.

    Art and Writing Connection (00:05:32) Mark emphasizes the impact of his writing on his art and the personal experiences reflected in his work.

    Social Media and Art (00:10:08) Mark discusses the demands of social media in creating meaningful art.

    Glitch Marfa Residency and Generative Art (00:17:44) Mark shares his excitement for his upcoming residency in Marfa, Texas, and the launch of his first generative art collection with Glitch Marfa, exploring digital suffering.

    First Generative Art Collection (00:21:18) Mark discusses the significance of his upcoming generative art collection as his first official venture into generative art, highlighting the collaborative process and the unique aspects of the collection.

    Beginnings in Digital Art (00:25:17) Mark's journey from creating digital art on Hic et Nunc to minting pieces on Foundation.

    Platform Choices and Artistic Creation (00:30:02) Mark's thoughts on the importance of creation for the sake of creation.

    Excitement and Disappointment in the Web 3 (00:32:56) Mark's views on the current state of the art space, including the shift in attitudes and concerns about art creation for the sake of sale.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

    Mentioned: Glitch Marfa, Art Blocks Engine, Right Click Save, Foundation, Artnome, SuperRare, XCopy, Oona, Summer Wagner, Alien Queen, Madison Mage, Malte, Derek Edws, 30M Glitch Marfa Residency, Transient Labs.

    Collections: beef brothkos, strip mall salvation, Legalize Ground Beef.



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    40 min
  • Erratic keyboard tapping and mouse clicking ft. Fingacode

    Junior Ngoma, aka Fingacode, is a Cameroonian artist living in the UK. He fuses various art forms with technology, particularly exploring audio-visual and interactive artworks.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Early life in Cameroon (00:00:48) Fingacode shares details about his life in Cameroon and his artistic beginnings.

    Introduction to digital art (00:01:40) Fingacode talks about his transition to digital art and his early experiences with design and coding.

    Incorporating music into art (00:03:25) Fingacode discusses his passion for merging technology with creative arts and incorporating music into his work.

    Discovery of blockchain and NFTs (00:06:18) Fingacode shares his introduction to blockchain and NFTs and the influence of fellow artists on his decision to explore this technology.

    First NFT creation (00:07:53) Fingacode describes the creation and minting of his first NFT artwork.

    Artistic routine and inspiration (00:08:51) Artistic routine, work environment, and sources of inspiration.

    Influence of memes on art (00:10:40) The discussion explores the role of memes in attracting attention to Fingacode’s work and its impact on his artistic career.

    Collaboration with galleries (00:12:43) Fingacode shares his experiences working with galleries, including Bright Moments, and the impact on his artistic journey.

    Art scene in Cameroon (00:19:18) Fingacode reflects on the art scene in Cameroon and his experience visiting the national museum, highlighting the differences in preservation and cultural significance.

    The state of digital art today (00:21:03) Discussion on the pros and cons of being a digital artist and the evolving art space.

    Advice for aspiring digital artists (00:26:07) Encouragement to experiment and find one's own path in digital art.

    Managing supply, pricing, and marketing (00:27:44) Considerations in managing supply, pricing, and marketing in the digital art market.

    Exploring physical generative art (00:31:35) Discussion on the intersection of generative art and physical fabric creation.

    Influences and inspirations (00:35:20) Fingacode’s inspirations from creative coders and artists who blend technical brilliance with artistry.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

    Mentioned: Three.js, Sound Cloud API, Touch Designer, Bright Moments, NTH Culture, Dmitri Cherniak, PROOF, Seth Goldstein, Translucent Panes, Ana María Caballero, Zach Lieberman, Michael Kozlowski, IXShells, Linda Dounia, Spongenuity.



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    41 min
  • Bright Moments Venice: The Finale ft Seth Goldstein

    Seth Goldstein is an entrepreneur, art collector, and mentor, who has led pioneering ventures for two decades. He founded Bright Moments in 2021, a digital art gallery fostering crypto art communities worldwide, pioneering live IRL minting experiences with digital artists. Co-founding companies like SiteSpecific and Majestic Research, he's made waves in internet advertising and data analysis. This Podcast episode is sponsored by Studio asisi, the team behind Berlin-based artist Yadegar Asisi, who has been exhibiting the world's largest panoramas and creating immersive art for over 20 years. His inaugural digital collection, Canvas Legacies, pays homage to the Impressionist movement and nimbly blends analog and digital. Now minting on https://nft.asisi.de/

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Venice's Unique Vibe (00:02:07) Seth describes Venice, Italy's unique lifestyle and atmosphere, focusing on its small streets and artistic history.

    Bright Moments' Finale in Venice (00:03:14) Seth explains the significance of Venice for the Bright Moments project's finale, including minting crypto citizens and the finale project.

    Showcasing at Venice Biennale (00:04:30) Seth discusses the international art fair and festival, Venice Biennale, and the deliberate timing of the Bright Moments finale to coincide with the event.

    Cultural Awareness and Evolution (00:07:10) Seth reflects on the journey of cultural awareness and sophistication of the Bright Moments project from London to Paris.

    Challenges of Nomad Life (00:09:37) Seth shares the complexities and emotions of living a nomadic lifestyle for three years and the toll it takes on relationships and work.

    Economic and Market Changes (00:12:00) Seth discusses the economic volatility and market changes experienced by Bright Moments, including shifts in cryptocurrency values and competition from other projects.

    Incorporating Shiny Objects (00:15:42) Seth addresses incorporating new trends like meme coins, Ordinals, and Farcaster into the Bright Moments finale event.

    Future Plans for Bright Moments (00:27:17) Seth hints at taking a breather after the finale and reflects on the team's hard work, expressing a desire for people to reflect on and appreciate the minted NFTs.

    Decentralization and community events (00:31:17) Discussion on decentralization, community-hosted events, and the shift of decision-making to the community.

    Meme coins and art market trends (00:35:11) Their impact, and the trends in the art market.

    Artist and collector challenges (00:42:05) The challenges faced by artists and collectors in the current art market, including the need for experimentation and adaptation.

    Ordinals and the Bitcoin ecosystem (00:45:29) Discussion on ordinals, its relationship with the Bitcoin ecosystem, and limitations compared to Ethereum-based art projects.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

    Mentioned: Piter Pasma, Monica Rizzoli, Phil, Spongenuity, Venice Biennale, Bright Moments, Crypto Citizens, Foundation, Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin Ordinals, Base, Coinbase, Farcaster, MetaMask, Tezos, OpenSea, Tyler Hobbs, Zancan, Zach Lieberman, Casey Reas, Lauren Lee McCarthy, Martin Grasser, Camille Roux, Squiggles, Mitchell F Chan, Sofia Crespo.



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    47 min
  • Look Touch Own ft. Oona

    Oona is an anonymous conceptual artist, who explores the intersections of technology, finance, gender, and identity through her moving images and performance art. She has exhibited globally, earning critical acclaim and attention from collectors and curators. She was awarded the prestigious Playboy & Sevens Foundation grant for the "Art of Gender & Sexuality."

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Oona's message and evolution (00:00:49) Oona's evolution as an anonymous conceptual artist and the message behind her art.

    Entering the crypto art world (00:02:17) Oona's introduction to the world of crypto art and her goal to expand knowledge through her art.

    Challenges and opportunities in performance art (00:04:41) Oona's experiences and challenges in gatecrashing events and the significance of performance art in the crypto art world.

    Integration of blockchain technology with performance art (00:07:31) Oona's excitement about integrating blockchain technology with performance art and her first experience of minting NFTs.

    Collectors and the significance of Oona's art (00:09:12) The relationship between Oona's collectors and her performance art, including the impact of her art on the audience.

    Oona's grant from Playboy and the reaction of collectors (00:10:06) Oona's grant from Playboy, the reaction of her collectors, and the humorous situation with some of her first collectors.

    The concept and process of "Look Touch Own" (00:15:43) The concept and process of Oona's performance piece "Look Touch Own," including the message behind it and the audience's varied reactions.

    Cultural Reactions to Performance (00:19:20) Oona shares the diverse reactions to her performance in different cities, highlighting the cultural differences in response.

    Extreme Reactions in Paris (00:20:44) Oona describes the extreme range of reactions she experienced during her performance in Paris, including crying, nudity, and unexpected interactions.

    Data Tracking and Consent (00:23:53) Oona explains the process of obtaining consent and tracking interactions during her performance, emphasizing the use of non-disclosure agreements and data collection.

    Creating Digital Artwork from Interactions (00:25:51) Oona discusses the creation of unique digital artwork based on interactions and preserving participants' anonymity.

    Organic Sales Approach (00:30:15) Oona explains how the sales approach aligns with the collaborative nature of her performance, emphasizing the organic and performative aspects of the sales process.

    Dealing with Censorship and Algorithms (00:35:15) Oona discusses the challenges of showcasing her art, which explores gender and sexuality, on social media platforms due to censorship and algorithm biases.

    The Significance of Anonymity and the Mask (00:40:26) Oona explains why she chooses to remain anonymous and wear a mask, highlighting its role in broadening the conversation about the female body and identity.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

    Mentioned: Art Basel, Playboy, Look Touch Own, NFC, Valie Export, Violet Bond, Dolly Parton



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    45 min
  • Visiting a Generative Artist Studio ft. Dan Catt

    Dan Catt is a contemporary printmaker, pen plotter artist, and educator who shares his artistic journey via vlogging. Through a fusion of mathematics, technology, and design, Dan creates abstract art using code-driven algorithms and organic experimentation. His work challenges the boundaries of traditional artistic creation and embraces contemporary printmaking.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Dan's Studio Tour (00:00:39) Dan gives a virtual studio tour, showcasing his drawing robots, pen plotters, paper supplies, pens, inks, and seating area.

    Dan's Art Journey (00:02:24) Dan talks about discovering his interest in art and design during his school years, experimenting with computers, 3D packages, and code, and pursuing an arts degree.

    Visualizing Databases (00:03:58): Dan explains his final-year course in visualizing databases, using data from academic papers to create visual representations and experimenting with ray tracing.

    Transition to Art (00:06:34) Dan shares his transition from working in museums to dedicating time to art, including his decision to split his time between working and creating art with pen plotters.

    Involvement in Blockchain Art (00:09:03) Dan discusses his involvement in the blockchain art movement, including teaching and showcasing art in galleries, and his initial resistance to the digital shift.

    Creating Educational Content (00:12:43) Dan talks about how producing educational material has influenced his art process, slowed down his art production, and inspired him to share his experiences and wisdom with others.

    Artistic Inspiration and Pen Plotters (00:18:14) Dan explains the concept of pen plotters, their basic commands, and the specific coding and formatting requirements for creating art suitable for pen plotters.

    Challenges in the art creation process (00:20:59) Discussion on the challenges artists face in the art creation process, particularly related to math and logic.

    Running a digital art shop (00:23:43) Insights into managing a digital art shop, including the time and costs involved in running an online art business.

    Implementing AI in art management (00:26:23) The integration of AI tools in art management, simplifying tasks such as product description, social media posts, and shop management.

    Advice for artists starting a shop (00:29:51) Recommendations and practical advice for artists interested in opening a shop, including insights into platforms and marketing strategies.

    Selling generative art prints (00:32:59) Strategies for selling generative art prints, including the concept of "out-of-band designs" and the potential of print-on-demand services.

    Generative artwork for art blocks (00:39:24) Dan discusses the limitations of generative artwork for platforms like Art Blocks and the need for slower art creation processes.

    Balancing digital and physical artwork (00:41:47): Dan reflects on reconciling digital and physical art, emphasizing their intertwining and his satisfaction with slowing down his art practice.

    Art as data visualization (00:45:58) Dan explores turning his art practice and daily input into data visualizations and unique art outputs.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

    Mentioned: William Mapan, Shopify, The Print Space, Alba, Art Blocks, Bridget Riley, Damien Hirst, Zancan, Weeknotes.

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    52 min
  • Building Highlight.xyz and Paris Impressions ft. Nat Emodi

    Nathaniel Emodi is the Co-Founder and CEO of Highlight.xyz and previously led the Caviar business at Square and DoorDash. He's now driving Highlight.xyz's, enabling generative art and NFTs on Ethereum and compatible L2s. In a short period of time, Highlight.xyz is gaining traction among leading artists, organizations, and platforms for its groundbreaking approach to digitally native art and collectibles.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Projects in Paris (00:00:30) Involvement in projects with Bright Moments and support for artists in residence.

    Generative art collection launch (00:01:52) Details about the generative art collection launch with Zancan on the Highlight.xyz.

    Technical aspects of the project (00:03:31) Explanation of the generative art project's technical aspects and the platform's handling of the massive traffic.

    Mobile accessibility in digital art space (00:09:26) The importance of Mobile accessibility in the digital art space and the focus on improving Mobile experiences.

    Highlight.xyz and its features (00:10:31) tools for creating, collecting, and selling digital art.

    Partnership with Foundation (00:14:18) Details about the partnership with Foundation and the interoperability of the Highlight.xyz platform with other marketplaces and platforms.

    Artist Ownership and Platform Risk (00:19:03) Emphasis on artists owning their smart contracts, addressing platform risk, and the importance of artist ownership.

    Highlight.xyz's Future and Marketplace (00:21:35) Plans for Highlight.xyz's future, including focus on the artist toolkit and the development of a complementary marketplace.

    Fragmentation and Bridging (00:32:29) Addressing the challenges of fragmentation in the digital art space and Highlight.xyz's role in bridging between different chains.

    Cross-chain minting (00:35:06) Discussion on the feature allowing payment with ethereum from any chain for purchasing artwork on different chains.

    Trends in digital ownership (00:40:40) Excitement about technical innovations, consumer experiences, and the explosion of digitally native artwork, as well as the potential for broader adoption.

    Worries and uncertainties (00:44:58) Concerns about the slow NFT market, uncertain prospects for sustainable income for artists, and the timing of broader adoption of digital ownership.

    Displaying Digital Art (00:53:27) Exploration of the challenges in displaying digital art collections and the potential for innovative solutions, like digital displays and social networks.

    Mentioned: Highlight.xyz, Bright Moments, Zancan, Foundation, Farcaster, Ethereum, Tezos, Coinbase, Zora, Polygon, Opensea, Base, Etherscan, MetaMask, Ana Maria Caballero, Melissa Wiederrecht, 0xfff, Kevin Esherick, Catalog, GAZELL.iO, Miss Metaverse.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

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    1 hr
  • The Artist Journal ft. Adrian Pocobelli

    Adrian Pocobelli is an Italian-Canadian artist based in Berlin who finds inspiration in everyday images and hosts The Artist Journal talk show. From collecting postcards in Italy as a child to working in a comic store in Saskatoon, his journey led him to reimagine familiar visuals into accessible art. Adrian settled in Berlin in 2016, where he continues to create art that reflects the city's spirit.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Developing on-air presence (00:03:02) Adrian shares the origins of his energetic podcasting style and the process of building confidence on air.

    The impact of content creation on art (00:06:48) Adrian discusses how content creation has helped him gain exposure and legitimacy as an artist.

    Artistic journey and challenges (00:12:19) Adrian shares his artistic journey from Canada to Berlin, detailing the challenges and successes he encountered along the way.

    Living in a Major Art City (00:16:51) Comparison of living in Berlin and Canada, and the importance of moving to a city with more opportunities for artists.

    Physical vs. Digital Art (00:23:48) Importance of having a studio, creating physical art, and the impact of digital art on the art world.

    Curating Artwork (00:28:11) Discussion on the process of curating artworks for a show and the influence of personal taste and experience.

    Collecting physical vs digital (00:32:31) Discussion on the transition from physical collecting to digital art and the potential appeal of NFTs to traditional collectors.

    Open-mindedness in digital art (00:33:34) The importance of having an open mind towards different art forms and the evolution of understanding and appreciating digital art.

    Challenges of content creation (00:35:39) The difficulty of maintaining a balance between educating newcomers and providing advanced content for experienced audiences in the digital art space.

    Changing trends in digital art (00:38:07) Observations on the shift from tribalism to a multi-chain approach and the evolving market trends in digital art, especially in glitch and analog video art.

    Exploring different blockchains (00:42:00) The increasing openness of artists and collectors to explore different blockchains and marketplaces, leading to a positive but complex landscape for creators.

    NFTs and Smart Contracts (00:49:29) Discussion on the complexity of NFTs and smart contracts and the challenge of explaining them in simple terms.

    Importance of Marketing and Timing (00:52:36) The significance of marketing and timing in the success of an artist's work, with examples of artists who excel in these areas.

    Mentioned: Tezos, Solana, Bitcoin, Objkt.com, Bitcoin Ordinals, X Spaces, The Armony Show, Coast to Coast AM, Youtube, LA Art Show, ABC Art Berlin Contemporary, Andy Warhol, Sabato, Hasdrubal Waffle, uczine.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh



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    57 min
  • From Ink to Blockchain Poetry ft Ana Maria Caballero

    Ana María Caballero is a Colombian-American poet and artist. Her writing challenges conventions around motherhood and sacrifice, winning prestigious awards such as the Beverly International Prize and Colombia’s José Manuel Arango National Poetry Prize. In 2024, she made history as the first living poet to sell a poem at Sotheby’s, solidifying her legacy as a pioneering figure in contemporary art. She also co-founded theVERSEverse, a literary NFT gallery onboarding writers to web3.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Early Writing and Blogging (00:01:29) Ana Maria shares her early experiences with writing, starting in middle school and launching a blog to publish her writing and thoughts.

    Education and Professional Experiences (00:04:51) Ana Maria discusses her studies in romance studies at Harvard, her thesis, and her various professional experiences in communications-related jobs.

    Transition to Full-time Writing (00:07:06) Ana Maria talks about focusing on writing full-time after the birth of her son and the unexpected success of her book of poems.

    Discovery of Blockchain and NFTs (00:12:27) Ana Maria shares her journey of discovering blockchain and NFTs, her motivations for digitizing her poems, and her participation in on-chain poetry collections.

    Building an Audience and Community (00:16:44) Ana Maria discusses her strong belief in supporting poets, her dedication to her mission, and the importance of hard work and community building in the digital art space.

    Impact of Blockchain and NFTs (00:24:22) Ana Maria reflects on the value of the technology aspect of NFTs and blockchain in providing authentication, recognition, and the need for effort in building an online presence.

    The digital poem auction (00:27:26) Ana Maria's experience with the Sotheby's auction of her digital poem, "Cord," and its significance in the contemporary art scene.

    The literary potential of blockchain (00:35:40) Ana Maria's discussion of the literary potential of blockchain, including her involvement in Bright Moments Buenos Aires and the creation of "Paperwork," a collection representing the digital and physical materiality of poetry.

    Writing discipline and process (00:40:58) Ana Maria's approach to writing, including the discipline, editing, and authoring process, and her experience finding inspiration in daily life.

    Collaboration and new collection (00:44:02) Ana Maria's collaboration with artist Melissa Wiederrecht and the upcoming collection "Miss Metaverse," exploring the representation of self in the digital space and the labor involved in creating an online presence.

    Mentioned: theVERSEverse, Harvard, Sothebys, Bright Moments, Art Blocks, Melissa Wiederrecht, CORD, Paperwork, Gazell, Art Dubai, Alida Sun, Sarah Ridgley, Jonas Lund, Auriea Harvey, Mieke Marple, Sara Ludy.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

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    55 min
  • Crypto Cubes and Beyond ft. Han

    Han is a Turkish designer and generative artist. He has crafted numerous generative art projects such as CryptoCubes, AlgoRhythms, and AlgoBeats. He is currently designing a whole system for his blockchain art, giving him more control over the creation, distribution, and art through blockchain technology.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Han's Background and Location (00:01:16) Han talks about his background, living in Istanbul, and plans to move to the United States.

    Success of Turkish Creators (00:02:05) Exploration of the success of Turkish creators in the art and blockchain space.

    Learning About NFTs and Blockchain (00:05:57) Han's journey of learning about NFTs and blockchain technology and starting his first project, CryptoCubes.

    Early Adoption of NFTs (00:06:20) Discussion about Han's early adoption of NFTs and blockchain technology in 2018.

    Release of CryptoCubes (00:08:21) Han explains the concept and technology used in creating the CryptoCubes collection and its initial release.

    Impact of NFTs on Han's Life (00:12:21) The transformative impact of NFTs on Han's life and career as an artist.

    Exploring Music Through Generative Art (00:20:00) Han's projects "AlgoRhythms" and "AlgoBeats" on Art Blocks, inspired by musical scales and rhythms.

    Evolution of Art on the Blockchain (00:24:22) Discussion about the maturation of the art on the blockchain space and the need for more unique ideas and mechanisms.

    Connecting Physical and Digital Art (00:25:38) Exploration of the concept of connecting physical and digital art through the "LightOnChain" project and its installation in Turkey.

    Creating a Physical Installation (00:28:10) Han's experience of creating a physical installation and the idea of connecting non-fungible tokens with it.

    Exploring New Projects and Collaborations (00:31:29) Han's mindset and future projects, including his interest in further education and a new project focused on creating his own infrastructure.

    Creating a Unique Art Framework (00:33:36) Han's exploration of creating his own infrastructure for digital assets, including a unique standard and marketplace functions within the smart contract.

    Open Sourcing the Art Framework (00:41:51) Han's plan to open source the art framework and the intention to provide documentation for other artists to use.

    Mentioned: CryptoCubes, AlgoRhythms, AlgoBeats, LightOnChain, Art Blocks, Rarible, Eric Calderon, Sofia Garcia, Pak, DistCollective, Refik Anadol, Larvalabs, Terraforms.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh



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    48 min
  • The Architect's Journey into Generative Art ft. Jacek Markusiewicz

    Jacek Markusiewicz is an architect, artist, and creative coder who blends traditional and modern techniques. He graduated from Warsaw University of Technology and earned a Master's in Advanced Architecture at IaaC Barcelona. Skilled in parametric architecture, programming, and responsive design, Markusiewicz has worked on various art collections such as "Hollow" and "Barbarians," utilizing platforms like ArtBlocks, Fxhash, Objkt.com, Verse more. Additionally, he has played a role in international architecture projects in Barcelona, Warsaw, and Beirut. Markusiewicz also shares his expertise as a lecturer at Warsaw University of Technology and IaaC, maintaining strong ties with academia.

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    In today’s episode, we discuss:

    Jacek’s Background and Name (00:00:49) Jacek shares his Polish background and his difficult-to-pronounce surname, Markusiewicz.

    Transition into Generative Art (00:07:26) Jacek talks about his transition from teaching architecture to creating generative art.

    Discovering NFTs (00:11:19) Jacek discusses how he discovered NFTs and his preference for releasing her art in digital format.

    Parametric Design in Architecture (00:05:01) Jacek explains the concept of parametric design in architecture and its application.

    Influence of Parametric Design (00:15:28) Jacek talks about the connection between parametric design in architecture and generative art.

    Critique and Tribute in "Hollow" Collection (00:26:32) Jacek discusses his "Hollow" collection, which serves as both a tribute and a critique of the Basque sculptor Eduardo Chillida's ambitious vision.

    Hollow (00:27:56) Jacek discusses creating digital mountains as a new life for art and the controversy behind modifying natural formations.

    Birds in Hollow (00:29:18) The concept of birds in the Hollow collection and the technique of coding their movement using a flock algorithm.

    Development of Projects (00:31:22) Jacek’s process of spending months developing his work and his intensive relationship with each piece.

    When is it Done? (00:34:10) The struggle of knowing when a project is ready for release and the emotional attachment to the work.

    Cantera (00:37:22) Jacek’s collaboration with Bright Moments and the inspiration behind the Cantera project, exploring human intervention in natural landscapes.

    Barbarians (00:40:46) Jacek’s new collection, Barbarians, and its exploration of human intervention in natural landscapes.

    Mentioned: Warsaw University of Technology, IaaC, Hollow, Barbarians, ArtBlocks, Fxhash, Objkt.com, Verse, Reborn, Unbuilt, Cantera, Eduardo Chillida, Zaha Hadid, Patrik Schumacher, AutoCAD, Tezos, Bright Moments, Luis E. Fraguada, Alex Estorick, Maya Lin, El Anatsui.

    Until next time,

    - Kaloh

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    49 min

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