Art
A.A. Murakami Unveils ‘The Passage of Ra,’ a Groundbreaking NFT Installation on MakersPlace
MakersPlace, the premier marketplace for rare and authentic digital fine art, has partnered with A.A. Murakami to launch their exclusive NFT collection titled The Passage of Ra, which is inspired by Ra’s mythological journey through the underworld. The immersive installation represents Murakami’s concept of the ‘Mataverse,’ a multi-sensory physical environment that also exists on the blockchain. This experience made its first debut at this year’s NFT Paris event, and The Passage of Ra will be available for presale on MakersPlace on March 20, 2023, and general sale on March 21, 2023.
A.A. Murakami is a London/Tokyo-based artist duo known for their unique sensory installations that emulate nature, and their use of “Ephemeral Tech,” to evoke both primordial origins and future worlds. The Passage of Ra uses proprietary technology to launch physical and digital fog rings toward a generative seascape displayed on screens, capturing the swirling vortex of fog rings. The new collection explores ephemerality vs. permanence by contrasting a fleeting moment with blockchain’s immutability.
Recently, a vibrant array of potted flowers in various shapes and colors greeted visitors at the Chongqing Zoo, capturing the attention of everyone entering the zoo.
“I’ve been looking forward to this exhibition for a long time,” said Ms. Li, a local resident. “I heard there would be many exquisite floral arrangements and potted plants, so I rushed to bring my family here as soon as it opened. It’s a wonderful way to kick off the New Year and soak in some artistic atmosphere!”
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Gabriel Martinez talks with Robert Boyd about Charles Burns, Gary Panter, and the art of underground comics.
“The publishing industry doesn’t work the way the art industry does. You have a royalty system. Whereas if you resell a painting, unless you’re in California, the artist doesn’t get anything.”
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Read more: https://glasstire.com/2024/09/22/art-dirt-robert-boyd-on-the-art-of-underground-comics/
The Literature and Language Reading Room is what I would consider a semi-hidden gem amidst the physical spaces that make up UIUC’s massive and impressive library. Lined with massive windows and perimeter bookshelves, it’s difficult to physically miss. However, to gain the full aesthetic experience, one needs to linger. Understandably, this is a difficult task for a busy student. Trust me…I know. However, if you feel the time has finally come to check it out, I highly encourage you to drop in while the newest exhibit, Image + Verse: Poetry Inspired by Art, is still on display.
As both an art and poetry enthusiast, it felt like a dream come true to hear about the library’s collection being highlighted in this way. Two glass cases greeted me at the entrance, and I immediately spotted a few of my favorite collections bookmarked and propped open. Reading the familiar words in tandem with the art displays warmed my heart. The affection of the curator for art and poetry also seemed to be on full display. I couldn’t help but wonder more about their ideas and inspirations.
Read more: https://www.smilepolitely.com/arts/the-art-of-poetry-on-display-at-the-university-of-illinois/
