In It 5 The Art (with Satoshi's Mom)

In It 5 The Art #11 - feat. ZAGABOND @ZAGABOND ⛩️

1:12 Origins of Zagabond:

Zagabond talks about his entry into the crypto world, starting with Ethereum in 2017 and his fascination with decentralized applications.

2:56 Project 0x:

Discussion about Zagabond's involvement in Project 0x, a decentralized exchange protocol, and the challenges of centralized exchanges.

4:45 Crypto Experience:

The conversation shifts to the volatility and excitement of early crypto investments, particularly in Ethereum.

6:19 Introduction to NFTs:

Zagabond shares his first encounter with NFTs in 2017, including his skepticism and later involvement with CryptoKitties and Gods Unchained.

8:42 Early NFT Thesis:

The discussion includes the early thesis around NFTs, predicting their massive future impact on the digital and art markets.

10:56 NFT Projects:

Zagabond talks about his early NFT projects, including his inspiration from NBA Top Shot.

13:11 Community Building:

Emphasis on the importance of community in the NFT space, including the challenges and strategies in building a strong community.

14:45 Launch of Phunks:

Zagabond discusses the inspiration and challenges behind the launch of Phunks, a project where he flipped CryptoPunks on the y-axis and created a new narrative around them.

16:19 Minting Out Phunks:

The process and emotions behind the minting and eventual sell-out of Phunks, highlighting the grind and the learning experience.

18:01 Building a Startup:

Insights into the grind and hustle required in the early stages of startup building, especially in the NFT space.

20:02 Creating a Decentralized Community:

Zagabond shares his experiences in creating a decentralized community and the lessons learned from his early projects.

23:06 Vision for Azuki:

The conversation moves to the vision behind Azuki, including the importance of bridging Eastern and Western cultures.

25:13 Art and Collaboration:

Discussion on the artistic direction of Azuki, including the collaboration with legendary artist Steamboy.

28:00 Creating a New Brand:

Zagabond talks about the strategy and vision for building a decentralized brand through NFTs.

31:00 FUD and Challenges:

The conversation touches on challenges and FUD faced by Zagabond in regards to Phunks and other projects he built prior.

34:00 Resilience and Adaptability:

Insights into the importance of resilience and adaptability in the face of challenges in the NFT space.

37:00 Handling FUD:

Zagabond shares how he handled the FUD regarding Azuki and Elementals, focusing on mental fortitude and the support of the community.

39:00 Importance of a Strong Vision:

The conversation concludes with reflections on the lessons learned from the challenges faced, including the importance of a strong community and vision.

41:00 Building a Sustainable Brand & Long Term Vision:

Extensive discussion on the long-term vision for Azuki, including the creation of a full-stack anime strategy and the importance of building a strong, decentralized community.

In It 5 The Art #12 – feat. @photonisdead

2:40 The Motivation Behind the Podcast
SM shares that he enjoys hosting and interviewing and decided to create the podcast to highlight artists and their processes.
6:16 The Importance of Focusing on Art
Pho and SM discuss memecoins and art. Pho emphasizes the importance of consistency and continuing to create art daily, regardless of external trends.
10:27 Flow State in Art
Pho explains how he enters a flow state while creating art, describing it as a form of meditation where he becomes fully present in the moment.
17:00 The Role of Vulnerability in Art
Pho talks about the importance of being vulnerable in one's work, as it allows for genuine expression and connection with the audience.
19:00 Consistency and Storytelling
Pho highlights the role of consistency in his success, mentioning that continuously posting and working on his craft has led to opportunities.
22:15 Pho's Journey from Music to Digital Art
Pho shares his journey, starting with music in his early teens and transitioning to digital art around 2019. He explains how he discovered NFTs in 2021 and started minting his work, building a following on Twitter.
30:38 Thoughts on Editions and NFT Minting Strategies
SM and Pho discuss their approaches to minting NFTs, with Pho being very selective about what he mints. They talk about the benefits and challenges of editions versus one-of-ones and the importance of intention in the work.
37:00 The Current NFT Market and Free Mints
They touch on the current trends in the NFT market, including free mints and platforms like Zora and Rodeo. Pho shares his views on how these trends might affect the perceived value of art and the importance of intention in navigating the market.
45:00 The Challenges of Being an Artist
Pho talks about the mental and emotional challenges artists face, especially when sales and engagement are low.
52:09 Getting into a Flow State
Pho and SM discuss how they get into a flow state when creating art. Pho shares that while it takes time, he's become better at it with practice, finding comfort and focus in his creative routine.
57:00 Daily Routines and Current Projects
Pho shares his daily routine, which includes fitness and spending time with his puppy, before he gets into creating art later in the day.
1:04:27 Final Thoughts and Closing
SM expresses his admiration for Pho's mindset and approach to art, highlighting how inspiring the conversation has been. Pho reciprocates the sentiment, appreciating SM's energy and the opportunity to share his story.

In It 5 The Art #14 – feat. @stephensantoro_ curator of Machine In The Ghost by @0xdiid at @vertufineart

0:00 Stephen’s Background & Introduction to NFTs
- Stephen has been in the art space for nearly a decade and joined Vertu Fine Art three years ago. He became passionate about NFTs and Web3 in 2020, inspired by projects like Art Blocks.
3:09 Market Maturation & Speculation
- The art market has matured, with genuine collectors remaining after the speculative bubble. Stephen values this shift towards a focus on art for art's sake.
5:10 Encouraging Artistic Experimentation
- Stephen believes artists should experiment freely, viewing failure as a crucial part of growth, and argues against public backlash when experiments don’t succeed.
7:00 Collectors’ Influence & Supply Control
- While collectors can express preferences, Stephen advises against them dictating artists' actions. He advocates for artists releasing work with genuine intent rather than manipulating supply.
9:35 Bridging Digital & Traditional Art
- Stephen emphasizes the importance of integrating digital art into the traditional art world through education, curation, and exposure to new audiences.
14:24 The Importance of On-Chain Art
- On-chain art imposes creative constraints that can drive innovation. Stephen sees it as a crucial part of digital art’s future, offering permanence and new creative possibilities.
19:19 Future Vision for the Art Space
- In 10 years, Stephen envisions blockchain becoming the standard for art ownership, with digital artists integrated into the broader art world.
22:57 Advice for Emerging Artists
- Artists should focus on presenting their work thoughtfully, using direct and curated platforms rather than generic tools like Linktree, to effectively communicate their vision.
27:20 Vertu Fine Art’s Future & Stephen's Goals
- Stephen aims to support and elevate artists through Vertu Fine Art, using blockchain to innovate in the art space and encourage broader participation in on-chain art.
41:00 Reflecting on Influence & Future Impact
- Stephen discusses the potential impact of his and others' work in the art space, highlighting the importance of each block on the blockchain as an opportunity for artists.
52:00 Closing Thoughts on the Art Space
- Stephen emphasizes the need for more art transactions on the blockchain and reflects on the long-term potential of the digital art space to grow and inspire future generations.
'twas an absolutely fkn incredible time chatting w Stephen about art, the space, and his outlook on it all from past to future
truly a brilliant convo, enjoy homies!

In It 5 The Art #8 – feat. @delta_sauce

1:44 Discussion on Delta's Personal Art Journey

The guest’s background in woodworking, transition to digital art, and discovery of AI as a creative tool.

4:44 AI Art as a Tool

The guest compares AI to a palette of wood, describes their process of integrating AI into their artwork, and discusses the evolution of AI tools.

10:00 Artistic Process and Techniques

A deep dive into Delta's process, including hand-painting over AI-generated images and using AI in conjunction with traditional techniques.

19:50 Challenges and Misconceptions in Digital Art

Delta addresses misconceptions about AI art and discusses how they navigate these challenges, as well as their desire to redefine what is considered art.

33:29 Impact and Legacy in Art

Delta's long-term goals, aspirations to have their work displayed in museums, and their mission to support other artists.

39:00 Community and Collaboration

• The guest’s experience with the NFT community, the role of collaboration in driving the space forward, and the significance of community support.

47:10 NFTs and the Digital Art Market

[00:30:06] - [00:33:29]: A discussion on the role of NFTs in the art world, the challenges of integrating digital art into traditional spaces, and Delta's experience with community support in the NFT space.

57:55 Future of Digital Art

Exploration of emerging tools and technologies in AI art, including text-to-animation and mid-journey tools, and breaking the boundaries of what these tools can do.

1:10:00 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

Final thoughts on what makes art impactful, the importance of narrative in art, and the guest’s vision for the future of their artistic career.

In It 5 The Art #15 – @wwwcolorcolor

colorcolor is a fkn chad of the highest proportion. was truly an epic time chatting w this dope mfer
1:00 – Nostalgia in art
3:00 – S symbol, Ticonderoga pencil
5:00 – Contemporary nostalgia
7:00 – Nostalgic surrealism
8:00 – Past collections, pop art
15:00 – Inspiration from Rare Pepe and crypto art
17:00 – Gerhard Richter's influence and abstract art
21:00 – Distortion, WWW aesthetic, glitch art inspiration
25:00 – Early art journey, clothing design
28:00 – Gallery department collaboration, boutique fashion
34:00 – Reflections on minting frequently vs. restricting supply
37:00 – Mint first philosophy and blockchain provenance
41:00 – Love Being and the value of free artistic expression
45:00 – The ethos of cypherpunk art and punk rock spirit in crypto
48:00 – Thoughts on crypto art and supply manipulation
49:00 – Balancing artistic value with supply and demand
51:00 – Long-term value of art and artist's commitment
53:00 – "War of Art" book, hierarchical vs. territorial view of art
56:00 – Experimenting with zero auction and bidding strategies
58:00 – Importance of continuing to mint despite market conditions
1:02:00 – Upcoming one-of-one show and artistic ambitions
1:03:00 – Living in Tokyo, remote crypto job, lifestyle shift
1:06:00 – Comparisons between Japan, Thailand, and the U.S.
1:10:00 – Reflecting on value in the art world and onboarding new artists
1:11:00 – mutual respect, and excitement for future projects