Tezos Commons :: Brazilian Artists Of Tezos
September 23, 2024Spotlighting The Artists Unable to Spotlight Themselves On X
Social media and the connections we forge within these platforms often open doors to opportunities that are hard to come by in the real world. In light of the recent ban of X (Twitter) in Brazil, we’re spotlighting some of the incredible Brazilian artists contributing to the vibrant Tezos ecosystem. (I couldn’t cover all the talented Brazilian artists in the Tezos community as there are just way too many talented artists from Brazil.) Brazilian art enriches the world with its diverse and unique cultural perspectives, and these artists are committed to sharing their work, no matter the obstacles.
Thank You Tezos Community, For Being Who You Are
We first want to express our gratitude to the Tezos Community, which has rallied together with heartfelt, grassroots initiatives to support artists who may be affected by this recent ban. A special shoutout goes to @pravijn, who has been curating a list of over 45 Brazilian artists for the past two years — this resource can be found here. Another recent effort led by the team at Objkt.com offers a thread of valuable information to help preserve and share Brazilian artwork, which you can explore here. We also want to acknowledge @terabitcoins for creating the Portuguese-speaking #TezosCommunity Directory, which is accessible here. Thank you to TeraBitcoins and also to Malicious Sheep for helping bring balanced perspectives and information to light amongst all of the chaos.
The Tezos Community continues to exemplify the heart and spirit of humanity, proving that nothing will halt our journey toward a digital art revolution. Let’s celebrate the exceptional talent of Brazilian artists and keep supporting this global digital art movement.
Here are some of the Brazilian Artists of Tezos, Their Artworks, And Alternative Socials
Solidarity by Gravotopia — Polychrome Engraving
Gravotopia (@Gravotopia)
Gravotopia is a visual arts studio celebrated for its diverse and intricate engravings, capturing themes ranging from urban landscapes to symbolic and abstract compositions. Their work often delves into the intersections of nature, society, and the metaphysical, emphasizing physical prints in practice. Despite the recent ban from X, Gravotopia remains active and continues to share their evolving portfolio on Instagram and through their Linktree. As a versatile contributor to the Tezos art community, Gravotopia’s works push boundaries, blending traditional engraving techniques with contemporary digital narratives. Supporting their journey is vital as they navigate the uncertainties of current events.
Pano de Alaká by Marco Palhano
Marcos Palhano (@MarcosPalhano16)
Marcos Palhano is a Brazilian photographer whose work beautifully captures the essence of culture and everyday life in Brazil. Known for his evocative and detailed close-ups of traditional celebrations and cultural practices, Palhano’s photography highlights the beauty of exploring Brazil. Despite the recent ban on X, he continues to share his work through Instagram and his website, allowing his audience to experience the rich visual stories of Brazilian culture through his photography. Supporting artists like Palhano helps maintain the visibility of Brazil’s vibrant art scene and gain more exposure to the digital art world.
Enjoy Nature by Doug CriptoFace
Doug CriptoFace (@criptoface21)
Doug CriptoFace is a Brazilian street artist who co-hosted spaces from BrazilTezos every Tuesday until recently and continues contributing to the Tezos art community. His popular collection on Objkt, “Yellow Faces”, combines traditional street art style with new digital elements. For every Yellow Faces NFT sold, Doug has committed to painting an edition on the streets in real life. An excellent cross-promotion between the digital and physical art world. He also has a collection offering physical artworks, “Phygital Arts”. Each 1/1 can be sent to collectors upon request. Another notable development is Doug revealing his book of drawings that will be given away to holders of NFTs minted from each page. You can find Doug’s alternative socials on his Linktree and support this artist’s growing momentum.
Curumim by Rosa Morena
Rosa Morena (@rosamorena111)
Rosa Morena is a Tattoo artist who has taken her unique trade to web3 by minting amazing tattoo-inspired designs as NFTs on Tezos since September 2021. Rosa is an artist of many medians beyond Tattoo art. Her first series was an awe-inspiring collaboration with her son who was 4 years old at the time, combining his artz scribbles with her digital mixed media techniques. A self-taught artist who expresses herself freely, she has recently begun exploring AI within her creations. Outside of contributing amazing and diverse art to Tezos, she was the fellow co-host of spaces, BrasilTezos, along with Doug CriptoFace. Follow her Objkt profile and help cheer on this Brazilian artist and contributor to the Tezos Community.
More Brazilian Artists On Tezos To Be Spotlighted For Our Upcoming ARTicle Of the Month
Over the coming weeks, we will continue tuning into the developments and pushing forward with efforts to support any artists affected by recent events. As we wrap up this spotlight on the remarkable Brazilian artists navigating the Tezos ecosystem, it’s clear that their resilience and creativity remain unshaken. Their stories and contributions remind us of the boundless spirit of artistic expression and community support that define this global commonwealth revolving around the freedom and opportunities Tezos can provide. Let’s continue to support and uplift these incredible artists, and keep our shared passion for creativity alive. Your support makes all the difference.
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