ArtFreaks

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   1. ArtFreaks Ep7: Chris Torres on selling a $600,000 Cat NFT and the Future of the Creator Economy

   In this episode we are joined by Puerto Rican artist Chris Torres.Dallas based Torres, is a digital artist that has been publishing art online for over 20 years.His digital art piece Nyan Cat is one of the most recognisable memes on the entire internet and, in March 2021, at the hight of the NFT Boom, Nyan Cat sold for approximately $600,000 cementing Chris’ place in digital art history.In todays episode we delve into the future of the creator economy, the opportunities that web3 unlocks for art

   May 24,2024 57:51
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   2. ArtFreaks Ep6: Avoiding Negativity to Follow Your Dreams with American Artist Frenemy

   In this episode of ArtFreaks we are joined by American Artist, Frenemy.Constantly learning and adapting, Frenemy has had an interestingly varied career thus far. With roots in Graffiti and Hardcore Punk, Frenemy has continued to experiment with new ways of working that have led to big commercial illustration clients like Converse, a new hustle in tattooing and, more recently, creating video games with The Sandbox.In this episode we talk about the importance of staying open to creative collaborat

   Apr 11,2024 01:39:02
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   3. ArtFreaks Ep5: The BRAVERY of being VULNERABLE with Margate based Video Artist Guy J Oliver

   In this episode of ArtFreaks we are joined by Margate based Video Artist, Guy J Oliver.Often musical, with humorous word-play, Guy's films expertly balance a light-heartedness approach to serious topics with a deeply personal narrative that is so admirably vulnerable that it leads the viewer to self reflect and examine their own feelings and relationships.In this episode we talk about the thinking behind the video work and how his increasingly vulnerable and personal films are conceived.We also

   Nov 23,2023 01:06:16
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   4. ArtFreaks Ep4: ART has the POWER to HEAL with American Artist Olive47

   In this episode of ArtFreaks we are joined by Painter, Street Artist and Designer: Olive47.Based in LA, Olive47 creates impactful work to bring a moment of stillness to those that come into contact with them.With a long and diverse career in the arts and design worlds, Olive47 offers an honest perspective on many of the issues facing Artists today. Our conversation ends up diving into AI as a new tool for artists, reincarnation, the negative impacts of social media consumption (and production) a

   Oct 12,2023 01:13:44
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   5. ArtFreaks Ep3: JAIL, CULTS and ENLIGHTENMENT with Painter Anthony Hurd

   In this ArtFreaks episode we are joined by multidisciplinary artist; Anthony Hurd.Growing up and coming out in Kansas City, Missouri wasn't easy, but Anthony has overcome many difficulties to achieve many successes. With over 20 years experience as a designer and creative director in the advertising industry, Anthony is now a full-time artist focusing primarily on painting.More recently Anthony's works seek to represent the romantic queer identities that were not visible when they were a child.W

   Sep 13,2023 01:43:51
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   6. ArtFreaks Ep2: The extreme highs and lows of the NFT Art World with artist Waxbones

   In this ArtFreaks episode we are joined by Bristol based Artist, Waxbones. Waxbones has been working as a graphic designer for many years before jumping into art full-time in 2021. He has already worked with top clients like Mattel and Ebay and has experienced success in the NFT art space. While reflecting on his journey, Waxbones speaks on the importance of mental health and punches back on accusations about the future of NFT/Blockchain technology.

   Sep 01,2023 01:08:08
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   7. ArtFreaks Ep1: Elusive Anon Digital Artist Peter The Roman debunks the myths of AI ART

   In the first ever ArtFreaks podcast episode Crossan talks to anonymous crypto artist Peter The Roman for his 1st ever video interview. We discuss childhood struggles, THOSE Banksy rumours, how NFTs turned his life upside down and how he uses AI as a tool in the making of his unique digital art.Art Freaks:IG: https://www.instagram.com/artfreakspodcastPeter The Roman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/peter_the_romanX: https://twitter.com/Peterthe_romanWEB: https://petertheroman.co.uk/  Daniel Crossan:

   Aug 10,2023 01:26:04