Satisfaction is characterized by inner peace. It arises from generosity, honesty and what I call ethical conduct, a way of behaving that respects others’ right to be happy.
1/10 Collector's Perspective - Collectors Are STUPID
Yes I am talking to you and I am talking about myself. Inspired by recent events but have had this in my head for awhile.
A guide to maturing as a collector! Let's start with NO pictures please!
NOW is your time! If you are an up and coming artist.
Take advantage of the fact that many artists may be taking a break. Create you own HYPE and run with it
1/6 Collector's Perspective - A little rant or tips for artists.
Feel free to give me as much SH$T as you want, I am not always right but willing to share.
Gm thankful for you today! Yes YOU! If you are reading this now.
Why? You may have generously gifted your art, you may have reached out as a friend during a challenging time or maybe shown your appreciation for dedicated collectors.
Thank you!
Very excited to finally collect a piece from someone who is not only a talented artist, but I believe is also an amazing person.
"Ego's Play" by
@Nymea__
1/4 What attracts you to a work of Art?
Masterful blending of colors, scenic landscape, nostalgic expression or just thick black lines lol
Personally, I look for works that pull out emotion that I wasn't expecting. Fireworks do not happen all of the time but recently they did!
Thrilled to curate for
@masked_warriors
this week! Truly honored and hope the MW's community loves the selections as much as I do.
Check out the pieces in the following thread.
Thank you
@formfunction
and
@exchgART
for providing the platforms.
So I 🖤art feel the need for a rant.🧵
Why have artists disappeared in bear market? Tried best to collect now you are gone
@SuperRare
where the cool kids are going? I cannot go back to that ETH UI get your $ not going to hate
Hear art needs to mature on Solana. Yeah maybe
There are certain pieces as a collector that really have an impact on you.
Artists really have so much power to influence through their work. It really is a special dance and a gift.
"My Floral Hymn" by
@IshikaGuha2
Collecting art on Solana for what feels like eternity sure there were shenanigans
But believe we are finally maturing past them
Next step will be artists viewing Sol as the place to be rather than a stepping stone on the way to SuperRare
TY to those that call Sol home
Some folks say success in the Solana art scene is decided by insider cabals pulling all the strings.
But the Gatekeeper Complaint doesn't seem like the whole story to me.
GM Sad Pepe? Thrilled to vault
@buridanova
's Sol Genesis
Ksenia is off the charts talented and I cannot wait to see the physical.
Ecstatic to collect her first Pepe Prema.
Welcome to
#Solana
Ksenia and Thank You!
1/7 Collector's perspective on what motivates me to collect more than one piece from an artist. Hopeful this helps someome out there along their journey.
I do not have an art background. While I have always appreciated art, I have zero formal training. So take this FWIW!
Ok I am going to say it line up the firing squad.
You are likely overpricing your art!
But hey not going to hate if you get your asking price you have every right.
Thoughts? Seeing this with more 1/1 listings
"Provides no rights to create commercial merchandise, commercial distribution, or derivative works. Copyright remains with creator."
🧵Just me or is your feed getting more and more negative? I know many view collecting 1/1 art as a luxury. But let me tell you, I believe it is very rewarding and less stressful. Investing in art for art's sake. Been awhile since I highlighed a few artists I appreciate.
1/6 COLLECTOR'S PERSPECTIVE - Let me tell you a SECRET
"Ensnared" by
@errortheory404
grabbed my attention. The imagery is how I believe many are feeling.
Trapped behind an invsible wall.
The feeling is not REAL but it feels REAL
1/7 COLLECTORS PERSPECTIVE -Brainwashed
What qualifies as a GRAIL?
The "Common Knowledge Game", Annoying when people try to manipulate perception
Dick Clark was the master at telling the world what music was popular for decades. If it has a nice beat and you can dance to it!
1/7 COLLECTOR'S PERSPECTIVE - "Video Killed the Radio Star"
Probably do not want to read this not sure I wanted to write it. Encouraged by others to share so here we go!
Bear vibes alive and well feel so free to push back
"Stranger of a Likemind"
@aninditowisnu
1/4 "THE COME UP"
Shining the light on an artist who may not currently be in the spotlight. But personally, enjoying their work they might just be on the come up!
@seminomaden
is a photographer not afraid to experiment with different exposures and filters.
Collected Cosmopolitan
#2
Would love to see this on giant screen! Skyscrapers rising from dust as civilization takes over.
Captivating Generative Art by
@cebolander
GM As someone with out a formal art background sometimes it takes time to refine your 👀's. Mature as a collector.
@SymbolicArtist
works broke through recently for me and had one of those Ahhhhhhaa moments. TY for allowing me to collect.
"Wine Nebula"
Appreciate
@gulyildizart
approach with collectors
Genuine interest, just vibes for fun, gets involved in the community with no expectations
Type of artist it is easy for a collector to want to collect from once they find the right piece
Although she did think I was 65 😊
Is it really 1/1 Art season? For the artists I hope so but as a collector, I selfishly want Solana 1/1 art to remain one of the best kept secrets. Inspired by
@particlesnft
a quick thread on a few artists whose art is inspiring. Thread not complete list.
So my son just told me he is quitting school to become a billionaire.
Asked him what was his plan?
His response was to convince
@elonmusk
to adopt him. 🤣🤣🤣
9/10 ARTISTS - Where are the collectors?
Maybe its the algo but notice artists say GM and interact with more artists than with collectors at times.
We need to support each other in this space retweet us, follow us ask how collectors are doing.
Cherish collectors that are here!
6/10 INVEST IN PEOPLE - Analyzed collection and found almost thirty-two percent of artists are no longer active in this space.
My mistake early on was not analyzing how commited an artist was before investing. Observe artists passion, engagement and commitment to their art.
3/6 PLEASE PLEASE share your pieces resolution with the listing. Maybe this is just me but thinking about the future and about hyper-realistic galleries.
Don't make us look to the metadata.
Exchanges need to make sure they can also support high quality images.
2/10 Encouragement for artists. Remind yourself this space is in its infancy.
Personally when collectors invest large sums in what I consider "Cereal Box" art, it helps me to picture them wearing diapers. Haha just kidding!
They can spend their $ however they like just move on
8/10 BE NICE & HAVE FUN
Help artists if they reach out for guidance or perspective. Compliment artists work even if circumstances do not allow you to collect.
No one cares if you run a gallery or curate IRL it doesn't give you the right to be a judgemental prick.
A little story, met with a client today 97 years old
Graduated with her P.h.D in 1941 from Penn, the only woman in her class
Resides in assisted living and has curated a collection of 600 paintings brightening up the lives of the residents
Wow! Invest time with someone older
I am very grateful that my presence can be accepted here, I am very happy to be able to meet great people here.
Thank you for all the support, without you all I would not be here.
"2nd Century Creatures" 2023
GM confirmed Art is the keystone for NFTs thriving
Serious $ isn't going to GAF about Pokémon cards unless they are selling them
Survive the bear lay your foundation stay positive
They say the first lines of a song determine if it will be a hit. "A couple of kids got hit by a Union Pacific Train." Quite Town by the Killers. Grabs your attention, right?
Recently I saw
@A2KDeFi
ask an important question thread time
"Forgone" by
@u__y__a__b
. Agree with
@SOL_js1
that Uyab's art is amazing. Thrilled to be able to collect this piece and finally add a Uyab work to the collection.
7/10 MULTI-CHAIN - Keep an open mind
Mind was blown by talent on Tezos but too many editions. ETH ugh, Metamask sucks and gas fees are stupid. Solana at times is flooded with immature art.
But damn there are so many amazing artists. You will miss out if a chain maxi.
4/10 SCORING SYSTEM - Score 1-5 for each category
Sophistication - Gallery Worthy (20%)
Composition - Process & Skill (30%)
Vibe Test - How does it make me feel? (35%)
Collection Trend - Sales & Collectors (15%)
Depending on the score, I assign a range I am willing to invest