Description
In this interview episode of Waiting to be Signed, hosts chat with artist Steve Pikelny, also known as Stevie P. They delve into his interactive web projects like FinSexy and his time as an Artblocks artist, balancing artistic expression with financialization. Steve also touches on the potential and perils of AI, the complexities of online dating, and his thoughts on the future of digital interactions in the art world.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:12 Steve's Journey to NFTs
02:27 Skepticism and Optimism in NFTs
08:13 Artistic Expression and User Manipulation
18:59 Balancing Art and Revenue
23:28 Interactive Projects and Community Engagement
27:28 Exploring Game Design
31:40 Exploring Alternative Platforms
33:09 The NFT Journey Begins
34:15 Success and Community in Artblocks
35:48 Shifting Focus and New Projects
38:18 Reflections on the Crypto Space
41:05 The Role of Financialization in Art
45:33 Medium and Themes in Art
49:38 Rapid Fire Questions
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Episode art: Dopamine Machines #32 by Steve Pikelny
Intro & Outro tracks by PixelWank
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