Proof of Art
Proof of Art explores the ideas, values, and cultural forces shaping cryptoart.
From its early history and foundational figures to its evolving systems of curation, stewardship, and patronage, we examine how art is created, experienced, and valued in the context of crypto. Through conversations with artists, collectors, and builders, we explore themes of decentralization, sovereignty, rebellion, and provenance, forming a living archive of a movement that challenges traditional art systems and redefines the nature of art.
Proof of Art
Han Saglam: Transforming Art with Generative Code & Smart Contracts
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Han Saglam is a generative artist who infuses his algorithmic creations with distinctive style. He is the creator of cryptocubes, a collection of innovative, 3D on chain works that exists as both art as well as building blocks for virtual worlds. His artwork is in the permanent collection of LACMA, and it has been exhibited at the Venice International Architecture Biennale, the OSHI gallery, the Khas gallery, as well as featured on SuperRare and Makersplace.
Recorded on March 22, 2024 as a Space on X.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:39) Early Interest in Architecture
(02:52) What Architecture Reveals about its Surroundings
(05:30) Nascency, Han's Genesis Artwork
(08:21) The Making of CryptoCubes
(10:36) Colors and CryptoCubes
(11:25) Curating Generative Outputs
(13:55) Launching CryptoCubes and Creators
(16:39) Selection of Artists for CryptoCubes and Creators
(18:36) Future Potential for CryptoCubes
(20:02) Recent Innovations in the CryptoCube Ecosystem
(22:23) CryptoCubes featured at LACMA
(27:27) LightOnChain, the first On-Chain and Physical Installation
(28:52) Unique Smart Contract for Digital Soul Artwork
(34:19) Plans for Future Art Projects
(36:06) Intent behind Buying Back Artworks from Collectors
(37:54) Acquiring Beeple's work TIME: The Future of Business
(39:25) Connection to Skulls of Luci Collection by Sam Spratt
(42:07) Envisioning the Evolution of the Metaverse
(44:02) Value of IRL Events like NFT Paris
(45:35) Drawing Inspiration from Collectors and Artists
(47:18) Final Thoughts from Han
(48:49) Outro