Photon Tide, an artist captivated by the cosmos and its mysteries, introduces 'CELLS,' a unique art project that intertwines human emotion with the complexities of the universe.
Unveiling the Cosmic in the Microscopic
Photon Tide's 'CELLS' emerges as a mesmerizing intersection of art, human consciousness, and the mysteries of the universe, this project, deeply inspired by Photon Tide's fascination with physics and the wonders of light, delves into the intricate world of cellular biology, drawing parallels with the vastness of the cosmos.
Cells: A series of digital and physical artworks pic.twitter.com/TYwyKImR2t
— pho (@photonisdead) January 19, 2024
'CELLS' is a story, a universe unto itself reflecting the awe-inspiring complexity of life from the microscopic to the macroscopic scale.
A Continuum from 'Spiral' to 'CELLS'
Building on the success of the earlier project 'Spiral,' Photon Tide takes his artistic exploration to new heights with 'CELLS,' while 'Spiral' was an experiment and a reflection of the inner self, 'CELLS' expands this narrative, exploring the idea of multiplication and inspiration in art.
5/ 🌀 From 'Spiral' to 'CELLS' - After the viral success of 'Spiral', Photon Tide brings us 'CELLS', with a similar ethos but a deeper narrative, showing the power of art to multiply and inspire. pic.twitter.com/SPMl0iP5L2
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The project represents a metaphorical cell division, where one piece of art inspires and gives life to many, echoing the concept of CC0 and the communal and iterative nature of art in the digital age.
The #phocells Challenge: Unleashing Community Creativity
Photon Tide's 'CELLS' project took an interactive turn with the #phocells challenge, inviting artists and enthusiasts to create their remixes of 'The Cell' artwork.
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— Hoizon.ᴱᵀᴴ 💎 (@HoizonArt) January 28, 2024
‘throbbing’, entry for #phocells pic.twitter.com/5Use74P3ih
This challenge sparked a wave of creativity on Twitter, as participants from diverse backgrounds and artistic styles embraced the opportunity to reinterpret Photon Tide's work.
connection on a cellular level #phocells pic.twitter.com/xUAB8IpaGQ
— tiffatronn (@tiffatronn) January 27, 2024
Using the hashtag #phocells, these creators shared their unique visions, adding their personal touch to the original piece.
The Anticipated 'CELLS' Drop: A Date with Digital Artistry
In 'CELLS,' Pho harnesses the power of advanced contracts like ERC7160 and Collector's Choice, provided by Transient Labs, to create a dynamic and evolving art project.
11/ 📅 Collector’s Choice Drop - On Feb 1st, get ready for a limited edition of 50 pieces. With animations and physical pieces, collectors will have a deadline to lock in their favorite artwork.
— Transient Labs (@TransientLabs) January 25, 2024
🔒 After Photon Tide's deadline, collectors' selections are final.
The drop includes a unique CC0 1/1 'The Cell', set at a reserve of 0.1 ETH on Monday 29th, following this, a special Collector’s Choice mint of 50 editions is planned, each priced at 0.2 ETH, slated for February 1st.