Join Bitcoin Forum COLLECTIBLES EXCLUSIVE ARTWORK PROJECT with Crypto Artist 1Dq

[1Dq]

Welcome!

In case this is the first time you've heard of this project here's a TLDR;

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Hello, I'm 1Dq, a crypto artist that made these: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5216743.0

In 2019, I started a thread titled BECOME PART OF AN EXCLUSIVE BITCOINTALK ART PROJECT in which I invited people to join me in conceptualizing an artwork, that was 100% focused on this board (Collectibles part of Bitcoin forum).

After some brainstorming and sketches we came to a couple of solid ideas for artworks.
I would paint Bitcoin collectibles from its conceptualization to final product.

Here's the original brainstorming thread.
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5168867.0

And this was where we got:



We debated them a bit further, but then just before setting everything in motion we run out of steam, I left the project for other work.

Now I'm back, motivated and ready to paint some Bitcoin Collectibles in the making!

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This is where we are now:

•   PHASE 1 Brainstorming different ideas
•   PHASE 2 I visualize our concept through one or more digital sketches. We evaluate these together until we come to a consensus for how we'd like the finished arwork/s to appear. We determine in what way my work and the effort of all included will be rewarded and how the final artifacts will be shared or sold.
•   PHASE 3 I start working on the artwork/s, updating you regularly. We promote the project to all interested, especially on Btctalk. Changes might still be made to final artwork/s.
•   PHASE 4: The finished artwork/s and possible prints are put on sale/auctions/raffles and/or other means of distribution for compensation.
•   PHASE 5: Final step of the project when we evaluate it and debate developing future projects.

After lots thinking, writing and drawing I came to a few ideas I'd like to share with you.

First off, I propose the (work) title for this project to be Bitcollectors, combining Bitcoin and collectors. It seems pretty natural.

I decided to change several aspects to make the artwork more compact and inviting. Here's the completely reworked sketch:
 


Bitcollectors, 2024, Photoshop sketch, version 3

Changes:

•   I went from a three piece to a single piece composition.
This way any owner of a piece will have a easier time positioning it.
Information from three previous pieces was condensed and reworked into the central one.

•   Scenery was redone.
There are several individuals working on production of a physical coin, that is still the centerpiece. From melting, extruding and polishing in the background to adding Bitcoin value to the physical coin in the middle as maybe a hollogram stramp, as well as coding private keys (blockchain, market value chart, bitcoin forum on screens) to the table in the front, where one person assesses the quality of the final product. This way a lot of people will identify with work given in making these artifacts.
It's also educational to a degree, because it shows this is a long process and collectibles don't just magically appear from internet.
In the front of the table is a collection of selected collectibles (to be debated which, could be personalized for buyer).

•   The general atmosphere went from a sterile, internety feel to a more life-like, textured environment. The cleanliness of digital remains on multiple screens, but I again wanted to emphasise the realness (proof) of work and people's life behind making collectible items.

•   I suggest the size of paintings to be 80x60cm (31 ¹/₂ X 23 ⁵/₈˝). That would make them the perfect size for details to be perfectly discernable and not expensive for sending around the globe.

•   The complexity of detail and art style is to a degree open for debate and will vary depending on how we agree to distribute the artwork/s. But I imagine it close to upgraded style of my Bitcoin miner (https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5479557.0).

I'd like to also integrate the vizualization of Blockchain with Bitcoin value, timestamps and other useful information (that used to be on the left part of the three-piece composition).
Maybe several screens in the middle section could merge into a large one, showing some sort of a unifying diagram or image (similar as on previous sketch maybe, but reworked to be more functional?).

We could then date this project from 2019-2024 as well as add any other information we found interesting or important.

Another idea I've had was adding some relatable visual attributes of certain members of this forum, especially those involved in this project.
Maybe in the form of avatars or some sort of symbols.


Now for my two biggest changes to the project that might make similar projects very interesting in the future:

First is making this a series of artworks instead of one.
That would mean I'd paint an agreed upon number of paintings, that would look almost the same except…

…Those interested in owning a original piece could have details of the painting tailored to their demands.
Either their personas as main characters or their favorite collectibles or some image in the screen showing some fact.
A lot can be done here and fun can be had doing it.

Besides original painting/s, I also feel it's logical to have prints available of demanded painting variations.
I could also personalize some details on these with Photoshop!
Since I have some friends in the printing business now, I can also make prints and send them myself, but if one would take care of distribution, especially in the US to make it easier, I'm also interested in that.

Having a series of paintings and prints take this to my last and very exciting suggestion concerning fair distribution of all finalized artifacts.


DISTRIBUTION OF PAINTING/S AND PRINTS

First we find out how many people are interested in participating in this project and owning either a painting or print.

Second, I propose my artist's fee to get calculated based on the hours I'd put into work on these artworks.
I'd evaluate a figure before start so we could orient around that.
As well as some sort of proof of commitment from potential buyers (proven members of this board excluded, because I know I can trust them).

One important fact is that painting a series takes (way) less time than painting different pieces, so the more canvases, the less one costs.
I can also adjust my style to the demand here. Size of the paintings and amount of detail are all possibly fluid here.

Prints the same size ( 80x60cm / 31 ¹/₂ X 23 ⁵/₈˝) should probably have an affordable price, (digitally altered copies sligtly pricier) so any Bitcoin collector could afford one.

After the completion of work, first the reserved painting/s would be distributed to buyers for set prices.
Prints would be made and distributed on demand.

For other painting/s of the series there could be a raffle system.
I imagined one that might be exciting and fair both for me and potential winners/ losers of the event:

We set a prize goal for the piece and cost for participation.
As soon as the goal is achieved, the winner is found by some proven shared random generator.
BUT everyone else gets the print version!
So if the print would cost 50$/piece, the raffle might be 70$/piece, so it's not that big a commitment as it is fun!
 
I'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas for upgrades on above ideas.
If it worked, it could mean a new way of artist – collector relationship, that's more exciting and reciprocal.

Alright, your turn now. Please also invite anyone you think might be interested in this project to participate.

Cheers!

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[krogothmanhattan]

  So glad you have revived this and its looking damn good in the direction its heading!

   Love the artwork as well as it brings back memories of myself assembling...creating keys and applying holos!

   Like the idea of the posters and individual members as well!

   Keep up the good work as always..you are the forums artist!

[El duderino_]

Little busy atm but will read on shortly…

But looks like amazing work you put in on it.

[aoluain]

Nice one 1, the updated artwork is definitely 1dq and a very appealing visualisation from
the phase 1 concept. Bitcollectors is a good title 👍

A few things about the artwork presented IMO are:
1. I think it could benefit from some more contrast ^{especially some darker areas}
2. Obviously a BTC symbol somewhere
3. Gold accents where the main figure is working

Again my suggestions are only minute additions to a great bit of work already done.

[1Dq]

  So glad you have revived this and its looking damn good in the direction its heading!

   Love the artwork as well as it brings back memories of myself assembling...creating keys and applying holos!

   Like the idea of the posters and individual members as well!

   Keep up the good work as always..you are the forums artist!

I'm very glad you agree this was a good idea.

What do you see as your primal collectibles-connected work nowadays, Krog? Also interested in hearing from others - what part of making, collecting, supporting BTC collectible items is vital for you today?

I'll continue developing this with all of your good collectors help 
And I'll do my best to live up to the title THE FORUMS ARTIST!

Little busy atm but will read on shortly…

But looks like amazing work you put in on it.

It was a fine and fun amount of work and will be a lot more before this finishes.
I'm super motivated to do this (and other similar projects in the future)

Nice one 1, the updated artwork is definitely 1dq and a very appealing visualisation from
the phase 1 concept. Bitcollectors is a good title 👍

A few things about the artwork presented IMO are:
1. I think it could benefit from some more contrast ^{especially some darker areas}
2. Obviously a BTC symbol somewhere
3. Gold accents where the main figure is working

Again my suggestions are only minute additions to a great bit of work already done.

Alright let's see:

1.   Yes, I was thinking the concept as it stands might be a bit busy and could benefit from having some areas go either darker or more abstract or both.
2.   YES. That was my first thought revisiting this after I slept on it that I forgot to include the BTC symbol. That and maybe a bitcoin-related painting, preferably one of my pieces haha
3.   Also yes. That was one thing the previous sketch got right and it'll need to return. I think there's a lot of opportunity on the table for goldness, like coins, cards, albums, collectible stands and the tabletop itself.


Also...

Any suggestions on where and how to invite people from other parts of the forum/marketplace? Is making a thread inviting them here the right way?

What specific collectible making /inspecting gadgets to include?

How to make this feel 2024.

Any completely new ideas, now can still be implemented!


Meanwhile I'll try to upgrade the concept sketch a bit further on my own.

Can't wait to hear more of your thoughts on just about anything.

Cheers!

[krogothmanhattan]

I'm very glad you agree this was a good idea.

What do you see as your primal collectibles-connected work nowadays, Krog? Also interested in hearing from others - what part of making, collecting, supporting BTC collectible items is vital for you today?

   Good question!  I used to make coins...Nfts....Smart contracts collectables, stamps and certificates so to speak...now I just dabble in collecting items here and there and mostly if I create anything its strictly for my collection. And of course I hover around in here to see what other delightful collectable comes around from all the other makers such as yourself!
   
   What is vital?  Hmmm...artwork....new coin designs and any other item that can be loaded with a physical bitcoin as well. 

[bitbollo]

interesting project. I would suggest some free raffle or sponsorship in order to get more people onboard.
regarding your paint I will suggest to add more "details" likewise a copy of TIMES somewhere, a laptop with a page forum/blockchain/btc value, some of your previous work on the background, a copy of coin encyclopedia, some btc poster on wall etc etc... of course not of all... mine are just suggestions

[1Dq]

I'm very glad you agree this was a good idea.

What do you see as your primal collectibles-connected work nowadays, Krog? Also interested in hearing from others - what part of making, collecting, supporting BTC collectible items is vital for you today?

   Good question!  I used to make coins...Nfts....Smart contracts collectables, stamps and certificates so to speak...now I just dabble in collecting items here and there and mostly if I create anything its strictly for my collection. And of course I hover around in here to see what other delightful collectable comes around from all the other makers such as yourself!
   
   What is vital?  Hmmm...artwork....new coin designs and any other item that can be loaded with a physical bitcoin as well. 

The collection on the table really need to shine! Can you point me to images of referential collectibles containers, boxes, albums... so I can be more specific painting them in?

Physical bitcoin will be the centerpiece. We just need to pick one or make a new design of our own!

Imagine making a prophecy like that in a artwork, design of a brand new collectible, first seen in my painting/s and then manufactured for real. That would be next level.

Any new coins in the making? 

interesting project. I would suggest some free raffle or sponsorship in order to get more people onboard.
regarding your paint I will suggest to add more "details" likewise a copy of TIMES somewhere, a laptop with a page forum/blockchain/btc value, some of your previous work on the background, a copy of coin encyclopedia, some btc poster on wall etc etc... of course not of all... mine are just suggestions

Alright, now we're talking. A raffle or sponsorship indeed. Any idea how to do that and where?
I'm pretty new in the business of marketing such projects and this specific one is a totally new experience!

Those specific details are all good ideas. The screen with this forum is already in the front on the left.

Coin encyclopedia I need to look up and I'm definitely puitting one of my paintings on a wall somewhere. Probably one of the coasters or maybe the Antonopoulos one.

[krogothmanhattan]

I'm very glad you agree this was a good idea.

What do you see as your primal collectibles-connected work nowadays, Krog? Also interested in hearing from others - what part of making, collecting, supporting BTC collectible items is vital for you today?

   Good question!  I used to make coins...Nfts....Smart contracts collectables, stamps and certificates so to speak...now I just dabble in collecting items here and there and mostly if I create anything its strictly for my collection. And of course I hover around in here to see what other delightful collectable comes around from all the other makers such as yourself!
   
   What is vital?  Hmmm...artwork....new coin designs and any other item that can be loaded with a physical bitcoin as well. 

   What would I have on my table as I am assembling my items?  Holograms...water proof paper...coins...or stamps...a good light....airgap computer....BTC tickers....my Bitcoin node....and on the wall is my artwork...your painting...bitbills....CryptoGraffitti art....and my rare magazines.

   I also have a little figurine of my copyrighted hooded Satoshi in a nice dome as follows..

     

[SN347]

Before I add my two cents, I first have to praise the artist 1Dq - your project is really unbeatable and I will contribute my thoughts and ideas

JM2C

They always say: To make things happen, focus on the future, not the past - yes that's right, but the past plays an important role, especially in our case/journey with BTCitcoin


By this I mean all lost coins...

...  either through own mistakes or through mistakes of others, e.g. exchange hacks, lost private keys or forgotten wallet passwords


I also think Satoshi Nakamoto must/should be mentioned somewhere or preferably visually represented! - maybe in form of a shadow, because even if he is no longer present, he is always there  


Otherwise, many things have already been mentioned

The title Bitcollectors fits like a glove

I'd like if we integrate the vizualization of blockchain with BTCitcoin value, timestamps and other useful informations but we should not to overburden the painting

[1Dq]

   What would I have on my table as I am assembling my items?  Holograms...water proof paper...coins...or stamps...a good light....airgap computer....BTC tickers....my Bitcoin node....and on the wall is my artwork...your painting...bitbills....CryptoGraffitti art....and my rare magazines.

Great, I love how specific this all is and I'll try to use some of that material in at least one version of the artwork/s. Maybe your own version Krog? 

Before I add my two cents, I first have to praise the artist 1Dq - your project is really unbeatable and I will contribute my thoughts and ideas

JM2C

They always say: To make things happen, focus on the future, not the past - yes that's right, but the past plays an important role, especially in our case/journey with BTCitcoin


By this I mean all lost coins...

...  either through own mistakes or through mistakes of others, e.g. exchange hacks, lost private keys or forgotten wallet passwords


I also think Satoshi Nakamoto must/should be mentioned somewhere or preferably visually represented! - maybe in form of a shadow, because even if he is no longer present, he is always there 


Otherwise, many things have already been mentioned

The title Bitcollectors fits like a glove

I'd like if we integrate the vizualization of blockchain with BTCitcoin value, timestamps and other useful informations but we should not to overburden the painting

I agree on not over extending too far. The painting probably needs to convey the atmosphere most, and those very familiar signs, like the BTC!

Adding Satoshi somewhere sounds fun, let's do that!

[SN347]

I agree on not over extending too far. The painting probably needs to convey the atmosphere most, and those very familiar signs, like the BTC!

Adding Satoshi somewhere sounds fun, let's do that!

If others want/agree, the lost BTCitcoins can be depicted (somewhere in the corner?) as a black hole (from which lost BTCitcoins may shine an orange light) in the universe... maybe something like this

or

if that doesn't fit, please ignore it 

[1Dq]

I agree on not over extending too far. The painting probably needs to convey the atmosphere most, and those very familiar signs, like the BTC!

Adding Satoshi somewhere sounds fun, let's do that!

If others want/agree, the lost BTCitcoins can be depicted (somewhere in the corner?) as a black hole (from which lost BTCitcoins may shine an orange light) in the universe... maybe something like this

or

if that doesn't fit, please ignore it 

I actually love this idea, but I'd almost rather use it another piece, devoted just to BTC in some sort of market/value context.

Here, there's already a lot going on that needs to be worked out.

I'm working on the next step of this sketch, but it might take another day or two, so please continue bringing in sweet ideas everyone!

[mx12.levins]

Oh, I love it, guys! I love how it's going, this is very interesting. Thank you for taking the time and investing in a project like this. Just impressive. I'll take a closer look and provide some feedback later. Keep creating, my man!

[1Dq]

interesting project. I would suggest some free raffle or sponsorship in order to get more people onboard.
regarding your paint I will suggest to add more "details" likewise a copy of TIMES somewhere, a laptop with a page forum/blockchain/btc value, some of your previous work on the background, a copy of coin encyclopedia, some btc poster on wall etc etc... of course not of all... mine are just suggestions

Did you mean one of these books?






In other news I added a couple of suggestions and here's the latest work in progress snap:





Adding more interesting stuff made me think that the main focus of the artwork - the collector/inspector/developer person, the desk and various treasured artifacts need more space!

I might need to condense the background activity a bit and add more space to the front.

That way, there will also be more room for other collectibles and artworks. This is how I imagine I could rework the composition further:




So, I'll continue developing this as your ideas pour in.

I'm super interested in how you think we could promote this outside of collectibles?

There's literally a million people out there on this platform and if but 0.1% are interested in collectibles and/or art that's still 1000 bitcoin forum members that could have potential interest in this project! 

Later.

[krogothmanhattan]

  I see you added the figurine!!    Why not add your bitcoin miner painting in the background?? That would really depict Bitcoin and the miners...artwork all in one!

[mx12.levins]

  I see you added the figurine!!    Why not add your bitcoin miner painting in the background?? That would really depict Bitcoin and the miners...artwork all in one!

Adding a bitcoin miner theme to this artwork could be really cool! That's a fantastic idea.

[bitbollo]

Lost bitcoin "vortex/black hole" it's pretty cool as idea

Alright, now we're talking. A raffle or sponsorship indeed. Any idea how to do that and where?

You can choose how many people can join a raffle / rules. Or you can sponsor some forum initiative with some free print.

I'm pretty new in the business of marketing such projects and this specific one is a totally new experience!
Those specific details are all good ideas. The screen with this forum is already in the front on the left.
Coin encyclopedia I need to look up and I'm definitely puitting one of my paintings on a wall somewhere. Probably one of the coasters or maybe the Antonopoulos one.

Personally, I like a lot this work and it describes coin in a professional way. Most of user here know the book/author...That's why I made this suggestion.

[SN347]

In other news I added a couple of suggestions and here's the latest work in progress snap:

Adding more interesting stuff made me think that the main focus of the artwork - the collector/inspector/developer person, the desk and various treasured artifacts need more space!

I might need to condense the background activity a bit and add more space to the front.

That way, there will also be more room for other collectibles and artworks. This is how I imagine I could rework the composition further:




So, I'll continue developing this as your ideas pour in.

I think everything that is marked green fits very well



Another idea that might fit quite well... maybe you can draw a small window with a crowd of people staring in, because all eyes on BTCitcoin

Something like that ?

or

You could also just draw faces or just eyes staring through the window ? - everyone is waiting for the next work of art to be finished


and last but not least just my 2 cents - the coin/quantity in circulation is very important for collectors because it increases the value - everyone's wants but very few people can

[1Dq]

  I see you added the figurine!!    Why not add your bitcoin miner painting in the background?? That would really depict Bitcoin and the miners...artwork all in one!

Working on it! 

Personally, I like a lot this work and it describes coin in a professional way. Most of user here know the book/author...That's why I made this suggestion.

Cool, will add this book!

I think everything that is marked green fits very well



Another idea that might fit quite well... maybe you can draw a small window with a crowd of people staring in, because all eyes on BTCitcoin

Something like that ?

or

You could also just draw faces or just eyes staring through the window ? - everyone is waiting for the next work of art to be finished


and last but not least just my 2 cents - the coin/quantity in circulation is very important for collectors because it increases the value - everyone's wants but very few people can

I'm glad you think so many things fit already! If only I was that satisfied haha, I keep reworking things.

As for people looking in, I think that's one question for collectors:

Would you prefer having people gazing in, waiting and wanting and all that, or would you prefer to keep things secret?

Expect a new version to come in soon, I just need to work something out first...

Cheers!