NFT Art , by eye like on Nov 3, 2021 23:39:21 GMT 1,

Nov 3, 2021 21:47:44 GMT 1 coller said:

Nov 3, 2021 17:27:10 GMT 1 iamzero said:

Could you perhaps write a correct version for the simple folk to understand? Thanks.

It is difficult to explain the technology of NFTs in one post in a way that "simple folk" will accept. It is like asking someone to explain the invention of digital file storage, and is usually met with "but why can't i just use a filing cabinet" type questions that reflect stubbornness more than an attempt to understand.

The problem most have with understanding NFTs is becoming acclimated to the idea of owning a digital asset, particularly digital art. I can assure you it is something that is not going away, ever.

Facebook is rebranding to Meta for a reason. Digital assets are the future. And digital art is the next stage of art history.

Are there scams in the space? Yes, in the same way there are scams in the art world or any space with money involved. Find the non-scams. To dismiss the entire technology and space as a scam is very ignorant.

The blockchain allows for digital art to be commodified via NFTs. It is as though someone flipped a light switch, and suddenly digital art can be bought/sold, and digital artists have a way to sell art. There are some mediocre artists gaining recognition, and there is surely a market frenzy. There are also some great artists out there, many of whom have not gained recognition yet.

The sooner everyone gains an understanding of the technology, the happier they will be. Until then, they will remain frustrated, calling everything scams, and thinking the entire space a lie. Because they aren't even trying to learn a new concept, at all. They are trying to show how their understanding of the world proves the concept wrong, even though it is their understanding that is wrong.

Thanks for this, it’s one of the first sensible ‘explanations’ of the NFT phenomena I’ve read on here.

However, what I’m struggling with is the seeming lack of what I would consider to be genuinely innovative art using this new digital medium (with the notable exception of Hirst because of the sheer scale and concept). And I get that we all have a different perspective on what’s good, but you must surely agree that even some very credible artists seem to be releasing work which frankly they should be embarrassed about (the Jordy Kerwick this week for example), which just feels like a lazy cash grab. 

If there are some great artists out there (and I’m sure you are right when you say that) would you be so kind as to share some of their work? I would love to see something which is exciting enough to make me want to embrace this brave new world!

Nov 3, 2021 21:47:44 GMT 1 coller said:

Nov 3, 2021 17:27:10 GMT 1 iamzero said:

Could you perhaps write a correct version for the simple folk to understand? Thanks.

It is difficult to explain the technology of NFTs in one post in a way that "simple folk" will accept. It is like asking someone to explain the invention of digital file storage, and is usually met with "but why can't i just use a filing cabinet" type questions that reflect stubbornness more than an attempt to understand.

The problem most have with understanding NFTs is becoming acclimated to the idea of owning a digital asset, particularly digital art. I can assure you it is something that is not going away, ever.

Facebook is rebranding to Meta for a reason. Digital assets are the future. And digital art is the next stage of art history.

Are there scams in the space? Yes, in the same way there are scams in the art world or any space with money involved. Find the non-scams. To dismiss the entire technology and space as a scam is very ignorant.

The blockchain allows for digital art to be commodified via NFTs. It is as though someone flipped a light switch, and suddenly digital art can be bought/sold, and digital artists have a way to sell art. There are some mediocre artists gaining recognition, and there is surely a market frenzy. There are also some great artists out there, many of whom have not gained recognition yet.

The sooner everyone gains an understanding of the technology, the happier they will be. Until then, they will remain frustrated, calling everything scams, and thinking the entire space a lie. Because they aren't even trying to learn a new concept, at all. They are trying to show how their understanding of the world proves the concept wrong, even though it is their understanding that is wrong.

Thanks for this, it’s one of the first sensible ‘explanations’ of the NFT phenomena I’ve read on here.

However, what I’m struggling with is the seeming lack of what I would consider to be genuinely innovative art using this new digital medium (with the notable exception of Hirst because of the sheer scale and concept). And I get that we all have a different perspective on what’s good, but you must surely agree that even some very credible artists seem to be releasing work which frankly they should be embarrassed about (the Jordy Kerwick this week for example), which just feels like a lazy cash grab. 

If there are some great artists out there (and I’m sure you are right when you say that) would you be so kind as to share some of their work? I would love to see something which is exciting enough to make me want to embrace this brave new world!