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“If this doesn’t work, I’m going to forget about my art dream forever” — how web3 helped Foleee fall in love with drawing again

Foleee’s natural talent helped him stand out in his youth, but over time, it gave way to career necessity. Speaking to Ola Kalejaye, Foleee explains how web3 helped him rediscover his love of drawing.

Ola Kalejaye

June 21, 2022

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How Ebuka Mordi became an Adobe photographer with just an iPhone

Ebuka Mordi prides himself in his ability to "pick up any device" and create an incredible image. To him, what matters is 'how was this photo made?', not 'what was used to take this?' He spoke to Signal about the method behind his rapid success in the space, and why web3 is a much better place to produce his work than in his native Nigeria.

“Crypto is the protest sign of the 21st century” — how blockchain provided a medium for Robness’ message

ROBNESS was one of the earliest artists to NFTs, but not everyone in the space would call him an artist. The self-proclaimed 'King of Trash Art' is the OG crypto provocateur, and he spoke to Ola Kalejaye about what makes art art, and why blockchain is the natural successor to Occupy Wall Street.

“We’re always looking for stories” — Henry Daubrez on AI and the art of directing

Henry Daubrez speaks with Léa Rose Emery about the surprising twists of working with AI, the “playground” of Tezos, and the importance of storytelling.

“Art saved me” — how web3 reached an Indian cult and empowered Joanna's self-expression

Joanna captures images of the ordinary and overlays her work with self-portraits, creating ethereal compositions that shed a light on mental health. She spoke to Steph Kunkel about her journey growing up in a restrictive Indian cult, and how web3 empowered her to embrace her individual identity and self-expression.

“NFTs revolutionised art. In my particular case, they changed my life” — in conversation with Anibal Argañaraz

Blending traditional oil techniques with digital tools, Anibal Argañaraz is a leading figure in the digital expressionism style. The Argentine artist sat down with Georgie Miller to explore the layers of meaning in his art and why NFTs are a revolution that changed his life.

How Jekein Lato-Unah is celebrating and empowering women with her art

Jekein Lato-Unah blends figurative modernism and traditional mixed media techniques to create captivating digital artwork, depicting women in their truest forms. By embracing her culture and utilising bright colours that embody the vitality that flourishes in her soul, Jekein’s artwork sends a message to embrace life and freedom, welcome self-care, and champion empowerment.

Let colour transport you in time — in conversation with Jan Baumgartner

Jan Baumgartner, known for bringing a passion for colour to his minimalist art style, sits down with Steph Kunkel to explore the opportunity he's been given by web3, why he deplores black and white minimalism, and how his pieces help the viewer travel back in time.

“I had to learn, no matter the conditions” — in conversation with No Hate

NoHate is inherently an artist with a societal message; one of inclusion, tolerance, and peace. With rugged determination, the former shoe-maker is forever learning and refining his craft as a 3D creator. He sat down with Signal to discuss his journey in the web3 space and how his eagerness to learn has helped him stand out.

“Web3 feels like you don’t need the industry” — how Ed Balloon is making a music career on his own terms

After forming his first band at the age of 10, Ed Balloon struggled to break through as a cross-genre musician. His is a story of how serendipity and moments of inspiration come to the persistent and the committed, and how web3 gave this Boston-born artist an opportunity to share his message that he's taking full advantage of.

Ola Kalejaye

July 22, 2022

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“If this doesn’t work, I’m going to forget about my art dream forever” — how web3 helped Foleee fall in love with drawing again

Art

How Ebuka Mordi became an Adobe photographer with just an iPhone

“Crypto is the protest sign of the 21st century” — how blockchain provided a medium for Robness’ message

“We’re always looking for stories” — Henry Daubrez on AI and the art of directing

“Art saved me” — how web3 reached an Indian cult and empowered Joanna's self-expression

“NFTs revolutionised art. In my particular case, they changed my life” — in conversation with Anibal Argañaraz

How Jekein Lato-Unah is celebrating and empowering women with her art

Let colour transport you in time — in conversation with Jan Baumgartner

“I had to learn, no matter the conditions” — in conversation with No Hate

“Web3 feels like you don’t need the industry” — how Ed Balloon is making a music career on his own terms

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Culture3 / Blog / Art

“If this doesn’t work, I’m going to forget about my art dream forever” — how web3 helped Foleee fall in love with drawing again

Art

How Ebuka Mordi became an Adobe photographer with just an iPhone

“Crypto is the protest sign of the 21st century” — how blockchain provided a medium for Robness’ message

“We’re always looking for stories” — Henry Daubrez on AI and the art of directing

“Art saved me” — how web3 reached an Indian cult and empowered Joanna's self-expression

“NFTs revolutionised art. In my particular case, they changed my life” — in conversation with Anibal Argañaraz

How Jekein Lato-Unah is celebrating and empowering women with her art

Let colour transport you in time — in conversation with Jan Baumgartner

“I had to learn, no matter the conditions” — in conversation with No Hate

“Web3 feels like you don’t need the industry” — how Ed Balloon is making a music career on his own terms

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