Morning Tea and Torture

My guest today is Jack Kaido. He is not just a digital abstract artist, he lives for abstract art. According to him, the chaotic and unstructured elements we often see in abstract forms are more aligned with the natural order of things than the structured world we typically perceive. This notion deeply influences his work, inviting us to view his art not just as expressions of individual thought, but as reflections of the universe's fundamental nature. His pieces not only draw the eye but spark the mind, exploring the complex interplay between technology and creativity. Today, Jack is here to tell us a little bit about his life, and his art!

My guest today is Nakul Sharma, a Delhi-based photographer who, in my view, is the undisputed master of composition, light and color. Nakul has journeyed through landscapes far and wide, from the serene mountains of Spiti Valley to the bustling streets of Vietnam. His work isn't just about photographs; it's about storytelling, conveying powerful narratives through each frame.

Nakul's X profile: https://twitter.com/nakul_sharma07

His LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/nakulsharma07

A couple of pieces we talk about on the show:

The Last Light (SuperRare)

Into The Paradise (Foundation)

5 Elements (Foundation)

My guest today is Ole Haugland, a Norwegian artist whose photography captures the essence of nature's resilience and togetherness. Ole has a multimedia background, with experience as video editor and graphic designer, but has for the past eight years focused and honed his craft as a photographer with a focus on the smaller more intimate scenes of the southern region of Norway and its diverse landscape. Ole is a hidden gem in the art world, with talents that go way beyond photography. He is also a passionate cook, almost at a professional level, and he’s been playing guitar for more than ten years. You could say he is a unique blend of passion, talent and exploration.

Here's Ole's X account: https://twitter.com/hauglandphoto

And his LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/haugland

Some of the works we talk about on the show:

The Gardener

A Moment of Silence

Ole recommends that you follow these:

@6529 @zachxbt @batsoupyum @CozomoMedici @NorCalGuy @Klutch_NFT @Mellamomatt @FrankieDTankie @Mindzeye @GiulioAprin @BenStrauss @Pli_Panda @BryanMinear @killianmoore_ @_focuspirate @ashtontekno @BEH0LDINGEYE @awayiflew @VictorEzteves @briancattelle

“I think you start making a lot of things of no thinking of what it’s supposed to be, who it is for, or what anyone else is going to think. Just get in the habit of making A LOT.”

-Rick Rubin

My guest today is Nathan Bauman. Originating from the heartlands of Ohio, his work brings to life the forgotten rural landscapes of America. Nathan’s photos capture not just the places he's been but also the deep emotions of the people he's met.

Nathan sees beauty in the genuine and unrefined. His choice to use film in a digital world highlights the realness he brings to every image.

Nathan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nathanabauman

Nathan's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/nathanabauman

Some of his works we talk about:

Hidden in Plain Sight collection (2021)

Route 66 Diner

Youth

My guest today is Kirill Pobedeen, a photographer, producer, curator, and digital artist inspired by the interplay of light and human perception. Kirill has ventured beyond the lens to influence the digital art world with his innovative approaches to NFTs and art distribution. As a co-founder of the Frame Society, he's paving the way for artists navigating the web3 space, empowering them with the tools for success. 

Here are some artworks we talk about:

Synergy: https://ninfa.io/nfts/@pobedee/Synergy-68

Equilibrium collection on Foundation: https://foundation.app/collection/eql

The special Equilibrium piece we talk about:

https://superrare.com/artwork-v2/equilibrium-40781

Kirill recommends to follow:

https://twitter.com/dredogue

https://twitter.com/theframesociety

My guest today is Nick de Jonge, an aerial and landscape photographer living in the Netherlands. Speaking of aerial: in his spare time, Nick is an airline pilot. He skillfully combines his passion for air travel and photography by creating enchanting views from above.

But Nick also likes to be close to the ground. His early morning landscape shots and colorful flower portraits are wonderfully relaxing, almost meditative.

Nick's Twitter: https://twitter.com/nick_skeyes

Some art pieces that we talk about:

In Harmony (SuperRare)

Flight – Episode One

⁠Find more of Nick's art here⁠

Nick recommends to follow:

https://twitter.com/VictorEzteves

Welcome the episode #20!

My guest today is Jerad Armijo, also known as “Away I Flew”. Jerad lives in New Mexico and shoots landscapes like you have never seen before. Seriously. His photographs are like abstract paintings, often with a pastel color palette, and soft light. But there’s an unseen chord that strings these visuals together – Synesthesia, Jerad’s secret superpower. His camera doesn’t just capture landscapes; it explores the unvoiced rhythm of nature, drawing out a harmony that lies hidden in the everyday view.

Jerad's website: https://awayiflew.com/

Jerad's Twitter account: https://twitter.com/awayiflew

Here are some of Jerad's artworks and pieces mentioned in the episode:

"Misfit," a piece featured on Super Rare, which Jerad describes as a warm, happy piece that reflects his acceptance of being a misfit, with a colorful array of puzzled pieces shaping his circular soul1​.

"Bloom," a single exposure shot that defies the common assumption about composite photography, showcasing Jerad's skill in painting with color to create abstract landscapes​​.

Throughout the podcast, Jerad mentions several artists you should follow:

George Benjamin

Tara Workman

Cath Simard

Reuben Wu

TJ Thorne

My guest today is an art history student of Norwegian descent, living in New York City. He likes to stand on tall buildings and to fly his drone through New Hampshire. Sometimes, when there is a huge thunderstorm, he likes to climb mountains, too. But he's not just any thrill-seeker; he's also an acclaimed web3 artist whose works are available on Foundation, SuperRare and, just recently, the Art Of This Millenium, AOTM.

Ben's Twitter account: https://twitter.com/benskaarphoto

We talk about following art pieces Ben created:

Above it all collection

Oculus

Trailblazing

Cinema in the Sky series on SuperRare

Ben recommends to follow these artists & people on Twitter:

Reuben Wu

Artifaction

Sam Spratt

Fewocious

Grant Yun

TapirOne (😉)

My guest today is Masha Romanova. Originally from Kiev, Ukraine, she now lives in Greece. Masha creates photos that look like movie stills. Her cinematic, neo-noir portraits immediately grab your attention and make you want to learn more about the story behind the characters she depicts. And that’s why Masha’s here today – to tell us a bit about her life and her art.

We talk about following pieces of art by Masha:

SEPTEMBER, available on SuperRare

PULP FICTION: Masha Romanova (self portrait)

DIARY project

Masha recommends that you follow BruteforceW

My guest today is Tara Workman, a nature photographer living in the Pacific North West. Tara’s landscapes shine with unassuming simplicity and minimalism, some of them look like abstract paintings. Despite using a toned down, pastel color palette, Tara manages to display sharp contrasts and she uses shadows like a scalpel.

Speaking of which, in her free time Tara is a medical doctor and as such a family medicine physician. You can find her works on ⁠Foundation⁠ and ⁠SuperRare⁠, and I implore you to closely follow her ⁠Twitter account⁠! 

I highly recommend Tara's website, it's a treasure trove: https://www.taraworkmanphoto.com/

Here are some of her pieces that we are talking about on the show:

The Sandbox

Land of Dreams

Windswept

⁠The Art of Letting Go⁠

Tara recommends that you check out these artists:

⁠Alex Noriega⁠

⁠Valda Bailey⁠

⁠Sarah Marino⁠

⁠Bruce Percy⁠

⁠Mia Forrest⁠

⁠Swati Chakraborty⁠

⁠Abrahanny⁠