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The art and financial worlds have been a buzz over NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) – “a new method for digitally buying and selling art and other media. These crypto-assets represent the latest blockchain-based boom: Three years ago, the entire NFT market was worth no more than $42 million. By the end of 2020, it had grown 705% to $338 million in value, according to the latest estimate from Nonfungible.com, which monitors the NFT marketplace.” (Source: Forbes).
You may ask yourself, “what is all the craze about, how is it transforming how artists produce and sell their work, and how can I get in on it?!”
All your questions will be answered at WYN 317 this Friday (6:30 – 9 PM). Join panelists Gabriel Gimenez, Katie Kansas, Kerry McLaney, Dunny, and moderator Ivan Roque (Bios Below) for an in-depth panel discussion walking you through the basics of blockchain domain NFTs and what they mean for the art world.
This event will be hosted outdoors Friday, April 9, 6:30-9 PM at WYN 317 Gallery (4320 NW 2 AVE, Miami, FL 33127) and virtually on Facebook Live.
About the Panelists & Moderator:
Gabriel “GG” Gimenez is a Venezuelan-born, Miami-based visual artist. His first artistic manifestations appeared in his childhood in the form of doodles and progressed through his growing interest in painting, digital art, large-scale mural installations, documentary productions, and entrepreneurial ventures. As a visual artist, GG’s work is inspired by the conscious knowledge of one’s own vulnerabilities as a positive force. His characters embody an undeniable presence that yells out at you from within the canvas. His pieces often allude to pop culture items and themes in a unique and vivid manner through vibrant color schemes and stylistic details. Self-taught, GG has been recognized and praised for his works at an international scale, varying from art fairs, gallery showings, private events, Emmy award winning production and collaborative projects with brands like Youtube, Airbnb, Adidas and Perrier amongst many. The connection and relationship he maintains with his art and process is a consistent driving force behind the artist he is today.
Website: https://ggartwork.com/about-1
Instagram: @ggartwork
Kerry McLaney was born and raised in Haiti and is currently living and working in Miami. Her art practice is a blend of analog and digital photography and recently had her 5th solo show in December. She attended Savannah College of Art and Design and has been actively involved in the Art + Tech space since 2018. McLaney is developing an artist management platform to help artists organize, track and sell art by leveraging blockchain technology.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrymclaney
Website: https://miamigirls.org/miamigirls/kerry-mclaney/
Moderator Ivan Roque is an NFT artist and curator at WYN 317 Gallery. Extremely interested in technology and ways that he can help further the art movement. Born December of 1991, Ivan J. Roque is a visual artist/ street artist from Miami, Florida. Raised in the inner city of the infamous Carol City with a passion for the concepts of birth, death, renewal, and social struggles. His influences range from the old masters to the new such as Caravaggio, Marc Rothko, Typoe, and Gianni Versace. Roque has been able to accomplish many achievements for his young age, such as working with rapper DENZEL CURRY, collaborating with major brands like Samsung, Becks, Seagram’s Gin, Ultra Music Festival, and showcasing alongside established artists such as The London Police, David Detuna, John “CRASH” Matos and many more. He has traveled quite extensively for various exhibitions and murals including shows in New York City, Dubai, Seoul, and mural festivals such as the Bushwick Collective Block Party and Pow Wow Worcester. Roque also has had three gallery solo shows and one museum solo show at the Coral Springs Museum of Art. He has a Bachelor’s of Art in Visual Arts from the Florida International University.
Website: https://www.ivanroque.com/
Instagram: @ivanjroque
Katie Kansas (Curator) is the social media manager for blockchain center. She is happy to talk about anything regarding mass adoption, wallet set up, how to buy ETH to buy NFTs. She’s really great at helping beginners understand blockchain and loves teaching newbies. She created some videos for beginners that are up on YouTube.
720.840.9514
Talent : Production www.katiekansas.com
http://linkedin.com/in/katiekansas
Videos
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRgO_NzVeHVaRC-aQDhT19Eja9PnHZLsW
Dunny is a private NFT collector based here in Miami. Got into NFTs last year and hasn’t looked back. Have been collecting traditional artwork and collectibles since 2015 so NFTs almost immediately resonated with me. Looking to open an NFT gallery here in Miami.
Wyn 317 (located in Upper Wynwood: 4320 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127) is a gallery designed to spotlight Miami’s unique urban landscape by providing a local’s touch. It is an authentic space where fresh, up-and-coming, mid-career, and established native and international artists intersect with local legends. Highlighting aesthetics ranging from the area’s graffiti culture to a wide array of vibrant pop art influences, this exhibition and event venue takes pride in delivering art cultivated in Miami neighborhoods. WYN 317 provides a perspective that keeps you connected to the community.
Now showing at WYN 317:
Presenting the solo exhibition of native Miami street artist, Nate Dee. The exhibition features all-new works that hurl the viewer into a dynamic and sensual world of color. Bold and surreal images will enchant you.
