In today’s interview, we get acquainted with the creative practice and philosophy realm of artist DocT, known for his accessible conceptualism with post-photography and AI-assisted expressionism in addition to his distinctive persona.  DocT shares his journey from a background rich in humanistic education and street art to transformative experiences in medical and conflict zones, which have deeply influenced his approach to art making. His works, which uses AI to create base imagery for his complex collages, reflect his experiences and cultural motifs, notably the recurring theme of the c ..read more

These ideas are unexpected, and they keep popping into my head. The ones that touch me the most become an obsession that I need to live out. — Skeenee Pen and ink artist Skeenee is known for blending meticulous skeletal anatomy studies with animation. In today’s conversation, he shares his journey from a graffiti artist to animator to tattoo artist to on-chain art mainstay, discussing the philosophical implications of technology in art and life. Skeenee’s labor-intensive ink art requires hours of planning and preparatory sketches; it’s a medium that will not forgive a mistake. Skeenee has bu ..read more

MakersPlace is delighted to announce a significant update to our homepage, tailored to enhance your experience and interaction with the platform. As part of our commitment to constantly improve and innovate, the new homepage introduces several functional upgrades and aesthetic enhancements designed to mirror the sophisticated environment of a premium art gallery. Terminology As part of MakersPlace’s effort, on behalf of both artists and collectors, to create a bridge and even dissolve the distinctions between “the traditional art world” and “the web3 art world,” we have decided to phase out t ..read more

Sasha Stiles’ FOUR CORE TEXTS is both a poetry collection and a symphony of voice, visual art, and cutting-edge technology.  This collection takes its title from T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets, which comprises four interlinked meditations on humanity’s relationship with time, the universe, and the divine, while Stiles’ poems focus on language, lineage, and technology.  Collaboration with Artificial Intelligence & Humans (Living & Dead)  As in the video-text-music fusion of Young-Hae Chang Heavy Industries, Stiles and collaborator/musical director Kris Bones electrify poetry ..read more

About Javier Arrés Javier Arrés is celebrated for his “Visual Toys,” intricate illustrations of fantastical cities and complex machinery that invite viewers to explore their imaginations. Merging his Andalucían heritage with modern digital techniques, his style—termed “pop baroque”—reinvents traditional aesthetics for the digital age. In this interview, Arrés dives into his latest sculpture series, the MECH Army and the thought process behind its creation. He describes the series as a blend of historical influences and futuristic design, expanding his signature style, portraying mechs not just ..read more

“I always try to learn something new with each piece. If I don’t learn something, the work isn’t that good.” — Quantum Communications About Quantum Communications In this interview, Quantum Communications, known in the graffiti world as waxhead, discusses his artistic evolution from street art to digital creation during the COVID-19 lockdown. Using Blender and the MidJourney beta, he created a space for himself with digital art to explore new styles and emotional vectors. His unique approach incorporates a grainy, VHS-like texture, giving his work a touch of nostalgia and realism. Quantum’s ..read more

“It’s about making it work and having faith that this is what I’m supposed to do, about a deeper knowing, really, and then dealing with the consequences of this choice.” — Blakeney Sanford About Blakeney Sanford Blakeney Sanford, a multimedia sculptor from California, blends her passion for the natural world with innovative art practices, creating works that range from large-scale land art to immersive sculptures. With an international exhibition profile, including a recent showcase at COP27 in Egypt, her work integrates environmental themes with artistic exploration.  In the following ..read more

“The role of the artist is to ask questions, not answer them.” – Anton Chekhov “I’m not trying to explain anything or provide answers; instead, I want to leave viewers with more questions.” – Brendan Dawes In Brendan Dawes’ Collisions #1, we see something like a half-dismantled Jedi spacecraft overwhelmed by outgrowths of Muppet-like fungus. Another, Collisions #5, might be the orgiastic gathering of the few remaining specimens of an undiscovered species of jellyfish. Collisions #3 might be a Lilliputian steampunk airship built on the inflated corpse of a pufferfish.   Collisions ..read more

In order to best serve artists, we need to satisfy critical collector needs. One important aspect of doing this well is making sure we are always surfacing high-quality, relevant artworks across our platform.  MakersPlace operates both as a gallery — where the best artists and artworks are promoted and sold through our exhibitions including online drops and inclusion in art fairs and live activations — and as a marketplace platform — where artworks from thousands of artists are represented and available for sale.  There are many places where artwork from our marketplace is displayed ..read more

MakersPlace operates on two levels. On one level, we act as a gallery where the best artists and artworks are curated for inclusion in online drops and physical exhibitions at art fairs and live activations and matched with our highest level of service and promotion. We are also a marketplace platform where artworks from thousands of artists are represented and new artists apply for the ability to mint or import their work for sale. This document formally introduces our talented Curation Team responsible for managing our Onboarding and Exhibition Curation program and the process they follow.&n ..read more