Beeple (Mike Winkelmann): One of the pioneers in the digital art space, Beeple made headlines with his $69 million sale of an NFT art piece on Christie’s. His innovative techniques and advocacy for the NFT platform have made him a reference point in digital art monetization.
José Delbo: An 87-year-old comic artist, Delbo took the NFT world by storm with his iconic Wonder Woman illustrations and other digital artworks. His journey exemplifies the intersection of traditional art with new-age monetization.
Anna Zhilyaeva: Known for her virtual reality art, Anna has showcased her work in global events, blending traditional techniques with VR tools like Tilt Brush. She has a profound understanding of digital art creation and its potential in the market.
Duncan Cock Foster: As a co-founder of Nifty Gateway, Duncan plays a pivotal role in the NFT space, providing a platform for artists to monetize their works. His insights into the NFT market dynamics are invaluable.
Matt Kane: Integrating code into his art, Matt Kane represents a blend of artist and programmer. His piece “Right Place & Right Time” adjusts with Bitcoin’s price, showing how art can be dynamic and responsive.
Micol Hebron: A professor and an artist, Micol delves into the digital art landscape, often commenting on gender inequalities within the space. Her platform ‘Gallery Tally’ visualizes gender ratios in top galleries, merging data with art.
Ben Mauro: A concept artist and designer, Mauro’s digital creations have been used in movies, games, and more. His successful transition to selling art as NFTs provides insights into shifting monetization strategies.
Donnie Dinch: As the founder of Bitski, an NFT storefront platform, Dinch is pushing the boundaries of how digital art is sold and accessed. Bitski’s collaborations with brands and artists mark key milestones in mainstream NFT adoption.
Ruth Catlow: Co-founder of Furtherfield and DECAL Decentralised Arts Lab, Ruth explores digital art practices, communities, and blockchain. Her work is instrumental in understanding the decentralized art landscape.
John Watkinson (Pak): A crypto-artist and designer, Pak’s enigmatic identity is as discussed as his art. Selling multi-million-dollar artworks on platforms like SuperRare and Nifty Gateway, Pak’s approach to value, art, and scarcity is transformative.
