#21 A Year in Digital Art with The Curious Collector
#21 A Year in Digital Art with The Curious Collector
👋 As we approach the end of the year, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each one of you for joining us on this fascinating journey. Born from a deep-rooted love for digital art, The Curious Collector has been a work of passion.
We've curated over 500 articles, exhibitions, and artworks, selecting those we find most relevant to offer you unique insights and inspirations from the digital art world.
In this special issue, we spotlight not only the year's most remarkable artworks but also share three predictions that we believe will shape the digital art realm in 2024.
Your support and enthusiasm make this journey all the more rewarding. Thank you for being an integral part of The Curious Collector.
Artistic Highlights
1. Dmitri Cherniak’s Ringers #879
“The Goose” sold for $6.2 million.
2. William Mapan’s “Sketchbook A”
The collection consists of 64 limited editions and resulted in a total auction value of $650,000.
3. Tyler Hobbs’ Fidenza #545
Sold for 625 ETH ($1.17M USD).
4. Refik Anadol’s Unsupervised — Machine Hallucinations
It was recently added to the MoMA collection.
5. Ania Catherine and Dejha Ti aka Operator released Human Unreadable
6. Roope Rainisto’s Life In West America
Notable Insight
As we revisit our notable insight from earlier this year, its relevance continues to resonate: the landscape of digital art is in a state of dynamic flux. Our current emphasis on social media prowess represents just one phase of an evolving journey.
As we delve deeper into exploring and developing digital art forms and techniques, we anticipate the emergence of diverse talents. This evolution will be characterized not only by social media visibility but, more importantly, by meaningful and innovative contributions to the medium.
2024 Digital Art Trends
#1 Apple Vision Pro: Our “iPhone Moment“
We welcome a groundbreaking development with the launch of Apple Vision Pro. This is more than just a new product; it's a moment comparable to the iPhone's debut, poised to redefine how we view and interact with digital art.
Initially impressive, its true promise lies in potential future enhancements. Envision a canvas that continually evolves in size, clarity, and immersive interaction, growing alongside the artists, collectors, and curators who utilize it.
#2 Curating the Secondary Market
As the past years have witnessed a boom in the digital art primary market, they have also highlighted a challenge: a fragmented landscape in the secondary market that is hard to navigate for newcomers.
Many platforms and blockchains present a labyrinth for artists and collectors alike. As the community seeks a coherent path through this complexity, the importance of a personalised, user-friendly curation approach becomes evident. Btw, we are working on a solution to address this challenge, aiming to make it easier for everyone. ❤️🔥
#3 Personalised AI Models & Unique Visions
The perception of AI-generated art is on the brink of a significant shift. Gone are the days when AI art was synonymous with generic image generators used by the masses. In the forefront of this revolution are artists who are embracing the power of AI in a deeply personal way.
By training their own large language models (a.k.a AI) with unique inputs, these artists are crafting art that is as distinct and individual as their traditional works. This evolution blurs the line between technology and artistry, heralding a future where AI becomes a bespoke tool in the artist's palette.
Closing Remarks
Capping off this year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to you, our cherished readers. ❤️
In 2024, anticipate a richer variety of content and fresh formats that will highlight the talents of artists, collectors, and curators. We're also planning local events to connect our community in person. Thank you for your support as we continue to celebrate and explore the dynamic world of digital art.
Happy New Year!