Innovative web3 PROOF community finalizes its long-awaited roster of over 20 renowned artists contributing to the captivating fourth edition of its seasonal Grails digital art exhibition series. Additionally, Grails IV introduces a gamified twist by hiding artists’ identities until the moment they are minted, adding an additional layer of value for creators. So, read on to find out who the artists are!
TL;DR:
- PROOF’s Grails IV reveals the artist roster, improving value and excitement.
- The season features diverse generative artists, gaining recognition in renowned publications.
- The physical exhibition at Foundry by PROOF in the Arts District of Los Angeles bridges the gap between the virtual and the physical.
PROOF Grails IV: New advances for digital art
This season marks a milestone for PROOF Collective. It showcases generative artist collections powered by the Art Blocks engine, which also expands the horizon of creativity. The list of featured artists ranges in age from 20 to 80 years old. They are also recognized in influential publications such as Vogue, Flaunt, Art Net, and Artsy, further solidifying their impact in the digital realm.
The celebration of Grails IV has also materialized in Casting by TEST. The event took place in the Los Angeles Arts District, bridging the gap between the virtual and the physical. This also provides a tangible showcase of these talented artists until August 20.
Eli Scheinman, head of art at PROOF and curator of Grails IV, exclaims: “We’re excited to reveal the next wave of Grails artists. This collection is a testament to the diversity of genres and limitless creativity within the realm of digital and code-based art. The physical exhibition at Foundry by PROOF enhances the experience, merging our digital journey with our members, friends and new enthusiasts in real life. It is a unique combination of discovery for these remarkable artists.“
Reveal of the complete line-up of artists
The previous Grails series showcased 64 emerging and prominent talents in the web3 space, with luminaries such as Tyler Hobbs, Snowfro, Larva Labs, Refik Anadol and more. In retrospect, these artists pushed the boundaries of creative expression, granting them a new freedom. Meanwhile, collectors faced the challenge of guessing the creator behind each piece.
Now is the time for a new era to take over and push the boundaries of digital art. The following is a list of all Grails IV artists:
Artist name |
Collection name |
Used programs |
Yazid |
Draw with code |
javascript and p5js |
Operator |
not fun |
|
Jack Butcher |
“Epiphany” |
|
Ben Kovach |
fatal displacement |
Haskell, cairo, ffmpeg |
Hans Dehlinger |
LIGHT |
I started with an algorithmically generated vector file, used geometric transformations to generate new instances, and then narrowed it down to a final, single image. |
Casey Reas |
ATOMS |
C++, Processing, p5.js |
Inna Modja |
ethereal dawn |
Photograph taken with a Canon 7D, edited in Photoshop. |
Craig Mullins |
The Grail |
Krita, Photoshop, Rebel |
Curse |
A perfect Friday night |
Cinema 4D, octane rendering |
Hideki Tsukamoto |
RELICS |
p5js |
Dying with the most I like |
around again |
Acrylic paint/marker, digitizing with Photoshop. |
Shavonne Wong |
Echoes of identity |
Blender, Character Creator, Zbrush, Substance Painter, Runway ML, After Effects |
Roope Rainisto |
Lapse of time |
Stable diffusion, Dreambooth training, Topaz Photo, Adobe Lightroom, Luminar ai. |
Kim Asendorf |
Open console |
javascript |
By Kristian Stoveland |
Blaatimen |
Javascript, p5js |
Miguel car |
Goodbye horses |
Adobe Photoshop |
golden cat |
Virgin |
Procreate, Photoshop |
Ayla El-Moussa |
A woman in the fog |
Photoshop and Procreate |
ESSENTIAL |
Division lines (/25) |
Custom stable diffusion model |
Another world |
Pay debts |
Procreate |
Finally, a captivating opening event brought together the collecting community to learn about the artist’s background, his influences, and the story behind his Grail in real time, also adding a dynamic layer to the web3 art experience.
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