Released Jan 17, 2024
Axiom Space, Transient Labs, and Nifty Gateway have collaborated to launch an inspiring collection called Space Grails, a remarkable fusion of art and space exploration. It features digital and physical works from 8 world-renowned web3 artists, each bringing their own unique style and passion for the unknown to the forefront of the art world. As part of the project, the participating artists will send a unique physical piece into space aboard Axiom Space's Ax-3 mission, creating an unprecedented connection between human creativity and the cosmos. At the same time, the artists will work with Transient Labs to create exclusive digital works, which will be sold on the Nifty Gateway platform on January 17th. This will allow enthusiasts to own a piece of this extraordinary cosmic odyssey.
Space Grails transcends traditional boundaries, seamlessly weaving together diverse art forms that showcase humanity's fascination with the mysteries of space. It serves as a vibrant canvas where the beauty of space is captured through the eyes and hands of these visionary artists and celebrates Axiom Space’s commitment to STEAM outreach and development.
The celestial collaboration is truly impressive, thanks to the talented artists participating in it. The roster of participating artists is truly stellar, with some of the most well-known names in the web3 art scene. One particularly noteworthy artist is Erick, who is also known as Snowfro. Erick is often referred to as the "Godfather of Generative Art," he is working with his partner Jordan Lyall of Prohibition Art to send a generative heart into space. Other luminaries like Jack Kaido and Dave Krugman have also made a name for themselves, featuring their work in prestigious art centers such as Christie's and Sotheby's. Jack Kaido is a digital abstract painter whose art explores abstract images through digitally-native works that aim to reflect their medium and their time. Dave is known for his original photography and critically acclaimed NFT collections, including Drive, Drip Drop, and ROLLS.
Amber Vittoria and MUMBOT are two talented artists who have each contributed their unique styles to the Space Grails collection. Both of them have worked with some of the biggest brands in the world. Amber has collaborated with MLB, Snapchat, Google, and others, while MUMBOT is an award winning independent artist with hand-crafted, thoughtful & intentional work, incorporating captivating characters and storytelling as well as the MUMBOT WORLD brand which includes self-produced plush, toys and misc. merchandise - available in 40+ specialty shops including Hot Topic & Box Lunch Gifts. Additionally, MUMBOT is known for founding and being dedicated to lifting up other artists through efforts with the international creative community, Ghost Club.Their respective collaborations with industry giants highlight their artistic skills and commercial appeal, adding a dynamic layer to the narrative of Space Grails.
Amid this artistic constellation, we find one of the youngest minds of the web3 ecosystem, 16-year-old Richard Zheng. Despite his youth, Zheng boasts collaborations with Fortune 500 brands and three sold-out NFT collections, proving that age is no barrier to reaching for the stars in the digital art realm. Dr. Sian Proctor, a Civilian Astronaut and a respected web3 artist, is completing this cosmic ensemble. She is a trailblazer as the first female commercial astronaut spaceship pilot and the first African American woman to serve as a mission pilot (on SpaceX’s Inspiration4 mission). Not only is she exploring the cosmos, but she's also painting it. She has become the first African-American artist to create in space.
The Space Grails campaign aims to bring art to space and infuse the endless expanse beyond our atmosphere with the boundless beauty of human creativity. It invites us to ponder the limitless possibilities of the universe and emphasizes that art has no boundaries. As the Space Grails collection takes flight, it inspires us to look to the skies for the limitless potential that resides within the human spirit and not just for answers.
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space, the premier provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure is guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. Axiom is opening new markets in low-Earth orbit through operating end-to-end missions to the International Space Station while privately developing its successor – a permanent commercial destination in Earth’s orbit that will sustain human growth of the planet and bring untold benefits back home. More information about Axiom and its generational mission can be found at www.axiomspace.com
Axiom Space’s Web3 program, Axiom Space3, seeks to democratize access to the future of space exploration by introducing a community of space pioneers to the potential of the undiscovered. Members engage with astronauts, space technology professionals, and web3 artists, building at the intersection of these deep-tech industries.
