Pkok curated art

PKOK HYPERSUB AIRDROP #13 “AImaginations”

The artworks in this curation reveal the diverse outcomes of generative technology—from evocative abstractions to intricate digital compositions—showcasing the unique approaches of different artists working with AI. Each artist brings their own vision and perspective, resulting in a rich variety of styles and expressions that demonstrate the versatility of AI as a creative tool. By leveraging AI as a creative partner, each piece serves as an exploration of both the potential and the unpredictability inherent in machine-assisted art.

Check out these fantastic artists in the 🧵 below: @ac0042, @francienkrieg, @larsnagler, @canekzapata, @shillypreston

Art collector and pretend artist. Bot or not says I'm wannabe edgy.
https://objkt.com/@shillypreston

CA based artist with a passion for creativity & self expression using AI. 
https://linktr.ee/ac0042

- Artist since 1996
- AI / NFT Artist since 2021
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https://linktr.ee/larsnagler

Painter for 25 years exploring the world of AI /EW Collective / shown at NY Times square/ World trade center

Andy @ac0042 is a California-based artist with a passion for creativity and self-expression using AI. He is well known for his collections on Tezos (Enlightened Avatars & Chaos Chronicles) and ETH (A Celestial Feast & My Favorite Pet). His latest NFT Collection on Base is dedicated to sports and focuses on capturing not just the action but the raw emotion, chaos, and energy athletes bring to every second. 

‘In every competition, there’s a moment of pure unpredictability—a split second where victory or defeat hangs in the balance. These aren’t just images; they’re stories of struggle, triumph, and human resilience. These NFTs are not just about celebrating athletes but the human experience in motion.’
 
It is safe to say that AC0042 has captured the attention of many with their unique take on various sports. They've fantastically captured the excitement, energy, and spectacle of sport, fused with an element of chaos in something as organized and rule-based as sports.

Arthouse into creating, curating & collecting digital art  |  /pkok /pkokcurated  | https://www.hypersub.xyz/s/pkok-art-18ixo8us07ytc/1

Francien Krieg @francienkrieg, is a globally multi-awarded and multi-published artist with her works exhibited in museums in the Netherlands, Spain, and USA. In her long career, she's had countless solo, dual, and group exhibitions across Europe and North America. Her paintings are known for their distinctive celebration of the aging form and for questioning conventional notions of beauty. "The truth is that I paint myself... and therefore the battle of my own body with age, my own fears, and my fascination with death.” 

More recently, Francien has been incorporating AI into her artwork in addition to her usual paintings. This has allowed her to produce hybrid pieces that blend the fascinating and unpredictable productions of algorithms with her own creative vision. The outcome is an intriguing fusion of artificial and human intelligence that has allowed Krieg to explore new creative directions.

Lars Nagler @larsnagler is a German artist with 28+ years of creative experience, expanding his practice in 2021 to include NFTs. His artistic journey began with formal studies at Bauhaus Weimar and has since evolved across diverse mediums, including analogue collage, photography, narrative and abstract short films, sound design, music, and 3D art. More recently, his exploration of AI has become a key aspect of his visual language, constantly adapting and re-imagining his creative approach. 

Nagler's work has resulted in numerous exhibitions, music videos, short films, music albums, and commissioned pieces. His artistic versatility shines through in the wide range of projects he has undertaken, always pushing boundaries and exploring new mediums. Currently, Lars has seven ongoing NFT projects minting on Rodeo reflecting his continued passion for innovation and his ability to blend various art forms.

Canek Zapata @canekzapata, is an internet artist and publisher celebrated for their exploration of internet aesthetics and experimental literature. Fascinated by unicode and AI, Canek pushes creative boundaries to produce strikingly innovative results. 

“I was trained as a poet, but I have become a reader of the machine. I like to cultivate the ‘boteity’ of the computer: producing surprising results for the human. Crevices where something without ego, without logic (other than that of the programmer), and without reason, a full immanence, expresses itself.” 

You can discover more of their groundbreaking work on his website: canekzapata.net.

Shilly Preston @shillypreston, an American art enthusiast turned AI artist, has been redefining creativity with the help of AI over the past few years. A seasoned art collector with over two decades of experience, he recently embraced the artist’s role, humorously calling himself a "fake artist" who creates "pretend art." Despite his modesty, Shilly’s work, grounded in the power of AI tools, showcases a unique and compelling aesthetic. A passionate advocate for cc0 art, he believes in unrestricted creative freedom, encouraging others to use his works without permission or credit.
 
For Shilly, the joy lies in the act of creation and the connections his art fosters. On the blockchain, he is an active member of the Tezos-based Creme De La Creme community, collaborating with fellow artists and collectors to celebrate digital art. One of his ultimate dreams is to have his art featured on an album cover by musician Oliver Tree, reflecting his belief in the transformative power of creativity and collaboration.

Hope you'll enjoy these artworks in your collection as much as we do. Please don't forget to follow these phenomenal artists and if you have time, engage with them. Nothing is more rewarding for an artist than to connect with people who like their art.

As always, thank you for your continued patronage:

@nonlinear.eth 
@altagers.eth 
@angelikakollin 
@chriscocreated 
@srimoam 
@luzotxoa 
@wake.eth 
@speakingtomato 
@zachlipp 
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@zeni.eth 
@hind 
@hardymathieu.eth 
@arjantupan 
@thedude 
@0xmajidx0 
@0ffline 
@plantsnft 
@alleytac 
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We don't talk often about the "value" of these airdrops, but maybe we should because the combined floor price of all 5 of these artworks is 0.135e (~$440) which is more than 10X the cost of our hypersub 🤯 

In any scenario, the value in these airdrops far exceeds the cost. A phenomenal value all around.

@sarahc 
@arrotu 
@mxjxn.eth 
@reneecampbell 
@farzanzare.eth

🫶 Thank you for providing this great piece to our airdrop 300 $DEGEN

Thank you for collecting and sharing my art. An artist just wants appreciation and respect. I am indebted to you…thanks again!