0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CThank you so much for your cooperation and participation on DUET. I hope the new title and poem bring you as much joy as it did for me creating them. Your responses were insightful but most of all they felt personal--real.
You expressed your affinity for the ocean and the sunset that follows, I hope
T I D E S / / will continue to deepen this appreciation for something that brings you so much peace.
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CYour experience with art is such a deep and meaningful one, it's exactly what I'd hoped to bring along this type of journey, because the success of it depends on that bidirectional relationship similar to being an artist vs. a collector, but in this case it is as the artist and the collaborator of the duet.
My relationship with art is also a precious and integral one because it essentially saved me from my lowest point and opened my eyes to a world that seemed a lot less colorful than the one I see through art-- and not necessarily that of my own.
By learning to appreciate art I found a deep gratitude and love for life that was not there before.
And by finding people who also appreciate art and life to this degree, I found friends worth sticking by.
In your case, is there a specific aspect of the divine that you see through this artwork? Is there a particular feeling that you draw from this artwork that relates to this divine relationship you hold with art?
0x0F13316B80872Eda120d7844Ed1C1e90FC001Dc1It is my privilege to get to take this journey with you, my friend!
In my life, art is a form of spiritual sustenance, a relationship with beauty, and an intimate connection to God.
In my artistic practice, I most deeply identify as an apeirographer. I see the improbably anthropic aesthetics of myriads of atemporal mathematical entities as symptoms of a divine order that simultaneously transcends and contextualizes the physical world. And reifying never-before seen apeirographic vistas and discovering new fractal typologies feels like a sort of dawah to me.
On the other side, as a collector, I have been blessed to encounter so much beauty born into this world through other artists, and even have my walls covered with prints and physicals of art I collected over the years. These works have elevated and enriched not just my daily life, but also that of my children and occasional visitors.
Thus, to me, art manifests as both gifts given and gifts received, facilitating a bidirectional communion with the rest of humanity, and especially with my fellow Cryptoartists.
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CI love that so much. Thank you for sharing all of this.
I struggled so much with being present and needing an outlet to find some sort of peace. That is originally what drew me to art as an outlet. I found myself finding the most relaxation and peace looking at the sky. It feels similar to how you describe the ocean.
I found that using art as a way to reflect on those feelings of joy, calmness, and peace not only produced my best art, but acted as a reminder to actively think on these things and practice introspection as a means of bettering myself, regulating my emotions, and connecting with the world.
I will reflect on your words.
Our duet will be complete soon!
0xF05155F792819710Da259C103D30e4B70178eA9fThat makes a lot of sense. You can really see the difference in flow and texture throughout the collection. For me, it’s all about the water. I could get lost watching the waves and how the water looks from the surface. It moves effortlessly, simply existing.
Humans, myself especially, often struggle to be present in the moment. But watching the waves and seeing ocean animals swim by makes me feel grounded and fully present. There’s nothing else like it.
It gives me a reassuring feeling that everything will be okay, that life has a way of working itself out, and you just have to move with the flow and believe in yourself. The sunset adds a spark of color that little else can. To me, it’s a symbol of hope and joy.
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CI can relate! A sunset over the ocean is such a beautiful sight, one I could never tire of. Interestingly, I don't think of a specific place or environment when I made these pieces, the primary elements I focused on were the emotive power of the color palettes, the textures, and the flow/direction of each artwork. With VII, I definitely intended a more serene, calming nature to it. For me it is less about the specific place and more about the feeling tied to a place.
What about the ocean sunset soothes you?
If you had to describe the feeling(s) you get watching the sunset and being by the ocean how would you do so?
0xF05155F792819710Da259C103D30e4B70178eA9fIt’s been a pleasure! I always enjoy deepening collector engagement. I was torn between V and VII, but ultimately VII felt more calming to me and almost “reassuring.” I think that is because it reminds me of a sunset over the ocean, which is my personal definition of peace. Water is my safe zone, and the sun’s radiating beauty and energy bring me a sense of stability and joy.
I am curious if you created these with any specific inspirations or intentions, particularly around surfacing a certain element or “place.”
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CThank you for your support and willingness to join me on this journey.
First let's start off with how art became part of your life; Why is art important to you? And how did art become an influential or integral part of life for you?
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CThank you so much for supporting my art and guiding me through the ideation and creation of this series.
Why was it this piece that spoke to you? What is it that this artwork in particular makes you feel? Does it remind you of something, a time or place maybe that holds some sort of happiness or importance?
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CWhat thoughts and emotions does this artwork evoke? What is it that you see and feel? And is there a particular element that drew you to this artwork in the series?
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CMuch love for all the support you've shown me and my art. I appreciate it so much.
How much of a part has art played in your life? What about art in general speaks and resonates with you? Is there a particular moment that made you realize your love for art?
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CThank you so much for your support on all my art, but especially for wanting to be part of this journey together.
Could you tell me what art means to you? Why is it important to you? And how has art become part of your life?
0xa5855f4F40a409fFDe3a171eB616926AEc5D7B9CThank you for so heavily supporting this series. I'm very excited to be working with you!
Firstly, with as much or as little detail as you're comfortable with I'd like to ask what is the role of art in your life? What is its importance to you?