Released Mar 3, 2024
Trevor Jones, Lucho Poletti, Zhuk, Mindzeye & Brilly.
• SOLACE:
o 1/1 Auction – If the top bid is over $10,000, the winner will receive the original framed painting on canvas with AR. If under, the winner will receive a signed, physical artist proof print.
• SERENITY:
o Ranked auction of 33 – If top bid is over $10,000, the winner will receive the original framed physical painting with AR. Every other winning bid over $1,200 will receive a signed and numbered physical print with AR (edition x/33).
• SANCTUARY:
o Auction of 3 editions – If the top bid is over $10,000, the winner will receive the original framed physical painting with AR – delivered worldwide. All auction winners bidding over $2,500 will receive a signed, numbered x/3 print with AR.
• STILLNESS:
o Limited edition of 100 at $99 for 33 Pass Holders only. One lucky winner will receive a signed print with AR.
Worldwide delivery included with all physical artwork, paintings and prints. All paintings and prints are 80 x 80 cm / 32” x 32” (unframed dimensions)
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o Ranked Auction of 33 - Open to Everyone
o Drawings - Edition of 33 - Open to 33NFT Pass holders only
All artworks are available for 33 hours - Open at 8:33 am ET. Ending at 5:33 pm ET the following day + extensions
In the often turbulent and frenzied landscape of NFTs and Twitter (X), our primary means of communication within this new digital art world, the relentless stream of information, innovation and ‘firsts’, underpinned by discussions, debates, and arguments can create a highly stressful environment. The constant exposure to conflicting opinions, volatile market fluctuations, and rapidly changing trends can very easily fuel anxiety and agitation. I know this all too well. The incessant digital noise adds to the stress, which silently sneaks up on us, often impacting our mental and physical well-being.
I know from personal experience after years in this space how important it is to actively seek respite and prioritise one’s health. However, I also know how easy it is to forget all of this and ignore the warning signs, quickly getting caught up again and again in the Web3 tsunami - at our own peril.
To celebrate the highs and lows of this tumultuous Web3 world that we’ve all stumbled into but also to raise awareness of the importance of taking time to reflect and prioritise oneself positively, I’ve produced this new series, ‘Ensō’. Drawing inspiration from the ensō, a symbol of completeness and enlightenment in Zen Buddhism, I’ve painted four ensō-like motifs over frenzied and expressive abstract backdrops. These paintings serve as a visual metaphor, portraying calmness and wholeness amidst the complexities and unpredictability of human life.
The NFT animations, digitally forged from the paintings, serve as dynamic counterparts to the serene Zen Buddhist ensō over the chaotic backgrounds. Through movement and bespoke music tracks that include my own recorded breaths*, the animations fuel the juxtaposition between meditation and disruption. This contrast between the peaceful serenity of the ensō and the frenetic energy of its surroundings underscores the duality of existence – the constant interplay between order and chaos.
The original paintings and the NFTs combine and embody the Zen principle of finding peace amidst life's pandemonium, and suggest to the viewer that true tranquillity and understanding come not from the absence of disorder, but from discovering harmony within it. Welcome to Web3 my fellow degens. LFG! but also, remember to focus and breathe.
*Note: When painting a traditional enso, it’s crucial to meditate and focus on breathing to stay centered and in the ‘flow’. This act helps to maintain a sense of calm and connection to the deeper meaning behind the process and the artwork.
This collection opens on Sunday March 3rd at 8:33am ET.
It features four drawings open to 33 FAMILY pass holders, 1 FCFS only open to 33Family pass holders and 4 ranked auctions.
The drop is open for 33 hours and ends at 5:33 pm ET the following day.
Note: Once the drawing concludes, any unsold editions will be available as first come first serve on the primary market.
Known as “The People’s Champ” 33 is an anonymous NFT collector & curator, whose reputation is synonymous with the following three words. Trust. Friendship. Commitment.
Owner of over 1,000 rare pieces of digital art, 33 adds a level of trust on top of his core beliefs and is a highly respected collector who supports and advocates crypto artists and also is a true inspiration for seasoned and new collectors alike.
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