Proof of Art

On this episode our guest is Kaiwan Shaban, an artist who blends digital images with cinematography to create unique visual narratives. Kaiwan is featured on SuperRare and Foundation, and has created educational content to help other aspiring artists hone their craft.

Recorded on November 3, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:26) Getting Started With Photography
(04:08) Impact Of  Upbringing On Artistic Path
(05:54) Transitioning From Photography To NFTs
(10:29) Significance "Gasoline" Artwork
(12:45) Message To Audience Viewing Artworks
(14:06) Significance Of Silhouettes & Vehicles In Works
(15:15) Process Behind Creating "Pyramids" Series
(19:07) Thoughts On Art, Decentralization & Censorship
(21:28) Evolution Of Kaiwan's Images
(24:24) Comparison Between Photography And Digital Art
(26:15) Training Courses Offered By Kaiwan
(29:13) Mastering Light & Shadows In Art
(31:33) Favorite Movies For Lighting
(32:42) Creating A Splash Screen With Adobe Premier Pro
(34:26) Confronting A Fear Of Water
(37:56) Process Of Promoting Artwork
(41:33) Views On Art & Speculation
(43:28) Memorable Interactions With Collectors
(45:08) Rewarding Collectors Who Purchase The Artwork
(46:44) Words Of Wisdom By Kaiwan Shaban

On this episode our guest is Rocketgirl, an artist whose style has been described as pop-art meets impressionism. Her works have been exhibited internationally, she is an experienced curator, and she also has a background in marketing.

Recorded on October 27 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(02:23) Early Entry Into Web3
(04:03) Last OG To Join The Cypto Art Space
(05:53) Evolution Of Artistic Style
(07:26) Sparking Feelings Through Art
(08:31) The Theme Of Chaos In Art
(09:40) Greek Mythology And THE NINE Series
(11:03) Importance Of Marketing Artwork
(13:40) Process Of Creating Saltatio Daemonum
(15:27) Unique Features Of Rocketgirl's Artwork
(17:39) Inspiration Behind FUN Collection
(19:54) Pairing Writing With Artwork
(21:38) Success In Claire Silver AI Contest
(24:29) Recent Contest Submission
(25:54) Inclusion In HUG's Print Ordering Platform
(27:48) Vertical Art Exhibition Featuring Ad Astra Per Aspera
(29:20) Intrest InJapanese Culture
(30:30) Using Intuition In Creative Process
(32:28) Curating Digital Art Exhibitions
(34:51) Consulting Services To Support Artists
(37:30) Rocket Boom Newsletter
(40:02) Which Literary Character Would Rocket Girl Choose To Be?
(40:58) Building Rapport With Collectors
(43:08) Memorable Interactions With Collectors
(44:33) Type Of Art Rocket Girl Is Drawn To
(46:11) Unique Works From Personal Art Collection
(49:08) Words Of Wisdom By Rocket Girl

On this episode our guest is Emi Kusano, an AI artist who has exhibited with Bright Moments, created works for Gucci, been auctioned at Christie’s, and had her artwork featured on fashion & beauty magazine covers.

Recorded on October 20 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:21) Emi's Diverse Career Background
(03:56) Overcoming Challenges On Artistic Journey
(06:20) Excitement Of Discovering NFTs
(11:26) Success of Zombie Zoo Project
(15:05) Motivation Behind Genesis NFT "Love Is IPO"
(18:22) Inspiration For Shinsei Galverse Project
(21:47) Interest In Nostalgia And Elements From The Past
(24:32) Process Involved In Creating Neural Fad Artworks
(27:37) Concept Expressed Through Fictional Sub-Cultures
(34:00) Pixels Representing Pieces Of One's Identity
(36:19) Realizing Artistic Vision Through Collaboration
(40:03) Creating Digital Self Portraits
(44:12) Themes Of Identity In Synthetic Reflection Series
(46:18) Public Exhibitions Of Emi's Work
(49:24) Which Anime Character Would Emi Choose To Be?
(51:05) Upcoming Events And Exhibitions Featuring Emi's Art

On this episode our guest is Foodmasku, an artist who makes masks out of his meals and then eats them. Foodmasku’s edible artworks have been exhibited internationally, and they were recently featured at the United Nations Sustainability Summit! Foodmasku also teaches in the Queens College Arts Department with City University in New York, and he is an educator on gun violence.

Recorded on October 13, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:17) Experience Teaching At Seni Indonesia
(03:21) Perspective On Education And Teaching
(06:03) Origins Of Concept Behind Foodmasku
(09:16) Process Of Creating A Food Mask
(12:37) Significance Of Being Both Artist & Subject
(13:59) Most Surprising Food Mask Request
(15:38) Preference Between Savory Foods Vs Sweet Ones
(16:58) Masks Related to Cultural Celebrations
(19:03) Dish That Represents Foodmasku As An Artist
(21:08) Process Invloved In Creating "Delectables" Collection
(24:17) Making Masks Related To Current US Presidential Administration
(27:02) Message Behind "Eat Gay Love" Collection
(28:36) This Or That Game
(31:18) Advocacy For Gun Violence Prevention
(33:56) Positive Outlook In The Face Of Gun Violence
(35:18) Disarm The Hate: Youth And Gun Violence Workshop
(39:10) Artwork On Display At UN Sustainability Summit
(40:29) Connection Between Art & Food Security, Climate Justice & Sustainability
(42:42) Engaging With Collectors
(45:26) Artwork In Personal Collection
(48:34) Words Of Wisdom From Foodmasku

On this episode our guest is Min Shi, a 3D designer and digital artist. Min Shi has found success both in her own artwork as well as commercial projects, including being nominated for an Emmy for her design work on the opening sequence for the HBO series, The Last of Us!

Recorded on October 6, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:20) Memories Of Making Art As A Child
(02:24) Fine Arts Background
(03:20) Experience Living In Different Cultures
(04:14) Taking Care Of One's Mental Health
(05:44) Interest In Being A Chef
(07:21) Experience Working At A Top Animation Company
(08:58) Working On Commercial Project Vs Independent Projects
(10:52) Balancing Artistic Exploration And Client Expectation
(12:16) Adapting Approach To Different Mediums
(13:43) Impact Of Commercial Projects On Development As An Artist
(15:09) Impact Of Emmy Nomination On Art Career
(17:02) Boundary-Pushing Projects
(18:42) Finding A Unique Creative Niche
(20:26) Significance Of Lighting In Min Shi's Artwork
(22:41) Telling Stories Through Animation
(23:53) Motion Design As A Serious Art Form
(26:42) Message Conveyed Through "CODA"
(28:07) Process Involved In Creating "Gods Behind The Masks"
(29:55) Artworks That Represent Min Shi's Identity As An Artist
(30:56) Favorite Movies
(32:40) Interacting With Collectors
(33:41) Types Of Art Collected
(35:00) Influence Of Other Artists On Min Shi's Work

On this episode our guest is Yu Cai. Trained in traditional painting and printmaking, Yu Cai is an artist and illustrator who creates digital dreamlands that are filled with nostalgia.

Recorded on September 29, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:14) From Traditional Painting & Print Making To Digital Art
(03:08) Influence Of Various Mediums On Art Style
(05:26) Adopting The Vaporwave Aesthetic
(06:43) Artistic Influence From Living In Multiple Cultures
(07:34) Exploring Contrasting Elements In Artwork
(08:53) Themes From Pocket Dreams Collection
(10:13) Connection To Characters In Artwork
(11:19) Exploring Diverse Subject Matter
(12:34) Adopting Aerial View In Artwork
(13:54) Significance Of Specific Numbers In Artwork
(14:48) Highlights From Art Career
(15:59) Artwork That Best Represents Yu Cai As An Artist
(16:47) Discussion Of "Interchange Plaza"
(17:42) Process Involved In Creating Artworks
(19:20) Story Behind "Dragon Street" Collection
(20:30) Unique Pieces From Personal Collection
(22:06) Thoughts On Engaging With Collectors
(23:23) Memorable Interaction With Collectors
(24:52) Outro

On this episode our guest is Yuyu, a multidisciplinary visual artist with a unique approach to digital photography, creating provocative works that challenge traditional art and question social norms.

Recorded on September 22, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:36) Moving To Germany
(02:55)  At Home In Taiwan
(04:05) Artistic Influence Of Living In Berlin
(05:36) Transitioning From Architecture To Other Form Of Art
(07:03) Family's Views on Yuyu's Career Choice
(08:43) Using Own Image As Subject For Art
(11:06) Selecting Pieces As Background To Artwork
(12:46) Choosing Works From Western Cultural History
(14:21) Message Of Artwork
(16:39) Discussion Of Artwork "Not Today, Bitch"
(18:36) Motivation Behind "Gag" Collection
(20:58) Immersive Exhibition At IHAM Gallery
(23:32) Value Of Descriptions In Interpreting Artwork
(25:05) Process Involved In Creating Digital Collage "Beyond The Frame"
(27:25) Significant Exhibitions In Artistic Career
(29:19) Thoughts On Audience Interpretaion
(30:41) Impact Of Blockchain Technology On Art World
(32:16) Artwork That Represents Yuyu As An Artist
(33:00) Motivation Behind "Yuyu Crossing The Alps"
(34:00) Creating Connections With Collectors
(35:09) Types Of Art Collected
(36:30) Meaningful Work In Personal Collection
(37:15) Decision Making Process While Collecting Art
(38:30) Influence Of Other Digital Artists
(39:49) Words Of Wisdom From Yuyu

On this episode our guest is Richard Nadler, an AI and generative artist whose works have been featured in exhibitions with Verse and Expanded.Art. Richard was an early collector of crypto art and is a self described NFT addict. 

Recorded on September 15, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(00:21) Interest In Wine
(02:16) Fascination For Japan
(03:37) Impact Of Father's Passing On Life And Career
(04:53) Vision Behind Yamabushi's Horizons
(06:15) Process Behind Creating Artworks
(09:03) Life Lesson Behind Burnout Artwork
(11:32) Connection Between Futuristic Monk And My Better Half
(14:09) Engaging With Viewers Through Interactive Artworks
(16:54) Genesis Works Released On Tezos Blockchain
(18:45) Pairing Artwork With Wine
(20:11) Breaking Down Different Elements Of Art
(22:26) Process Behind Creating Circle I Sakuru
(23:38) Importance Of Taking Career Breaks
(25:17) Concept Of Nigiri Bomber Squad
(26:49) Reviving Older Artworks Through AI
(28:08) Favorite OG Art Collections
(31:11) Influence Of Art Collecting On Own Art
(32:11) The Collectors Guild Initiative
(33:23) Incorporating Collectors Insights Into Creative Process
(34:31) Unique Artwork In Richard's Collection 
(36:34) Valuing Steady Growth Over Short-Term Success

On this episode our guest is Beverly Kills, an artist who creates subversive and striking images that question many of the values and behaviours we take for granted in society. 

Recorded on September 8, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:10) Influence Of Street Art
(01:52) Beginning Of Artistic Journey
(04:57) Working Full Time In The Creative Field
(09:21) Family Influence On Creative Path
(12:23) Objective Behind Making Art
(14:42) Views On Social Media
(17:01) Use Of Pink Color In Artworks
(18:56) Combining Images Of Art And War
(21:01) Process Involved In Creating Artwork
(23:28) Exploring Social Themes Through Art
(24:49) Challenges Of Creating Art In Public Spaces
(26:10) Critiquing Capitalism Through Art
(29:01) Significance Of Art Piece Market Makers
(32:05) Story Behind The Name Beverly Kills
(33:32) Responding To Criticism
(35:56) Meaning Behind The Price Of Dissent And Muted
(38:53) Types And Themes Of Art Collected
(41:12) Unique Pieces In Personal Art Collection
(43:39) Creating Meaningful Connections With Collectors
(45:35) Words Of Wisdom From Beverly Kills

On this episode our guest is Miss Al Simpson, an OG in the crypto-art space who has been minting her work since 2019. She is a top selling artist on SuperRare, a winner of NFT Now 100 NFT Artists of 2022, and has exhibited her works at Art Basel Miami and Frieze L.A.

Recorded on August 25, 2023 as a Space on X (formerly Twitter).

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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:41) Transitioning From Corporate Law To Digital Art
(04:00) How Crypto Art Reshaped Connections With Collectors
(05:55) Thoughts After Selling Genesis Work On Chain
(08:35) Managing Pressures Associataed With Success
(11:19) Maintaining A Lighthearted Approach In Crypto Art Space
(13:38) Developing A Unique Personal Style
(17:34) Meaning Behind Cash Slaves Series
(21:25) Motivation For Creating Soul Brds
(25:17) Poetry As The Language Of AI
(28:07) Creating Chrono Visions Series
(30:58) Metamorphoses Project
(33:47) Continuing To Grow As An Artist
(36:32) Daily Artistic Routine
(39:15) Empowering Others To Succeed
(41:51) Themes In Personal Art Collection
(44:11) Overlap Between Artistic Style And Personal Collection
(45:09) Meaningful Works In MissAlSimpson's Collection
(47:23) Collecting Impulsively
(48:49) Engaging With Collectors In Web3
(50:52) Words Of Wisdom From Miss AL Simpson