Metamorph Collection: Exploring Minimalist Generative Art
Rithm Art's Art on Avax: Mona Lisa Initiative Avaissance Acquisitions
The Rithm Art Collective is thrilled to announce our first acquisition from the talented artist Metamorph, as part of the Mona Lisa Initiative within the Art on Avax Avaiassance. Metamorph is a generative artist who has demonstrated amazing leadership in developing the Avalanche Art culture.
His debut collection, aptly named "Metamorph," not only provides a minimalist design and intricate composition, but is representative of some of the earliest generative art on Avalanche. Within this collection, Metamorph utilized off-chain curation and a series of releases to establish this work.
Released between October 9, 2021, and August 1, 2022, the Metamorph Collection consists of 500 unique editions. We were fortunate to acquire 10 milestone pieces from the Metamorph Collection at an average price of 4-5 AVAX (the primary transactional currency). As an important part of the the development and growth of generative art on Avalanche, these pieces represent a vital component of any collector’s gallery. By adding these artworks to our DAO's portfolio, we aim to celebrate and promote the advancement of algorithmic and AI art in the ever-evolving world of blockchain-based creativity while also honoring its history on Avalanche.
Each artwork is a manifestation of Metamorph's exploration of simplicity and complexity in generative art. The pieces feature shapes drawn using node points on a circle, with the position of these nodes determined by a deterministic process. However, the next point chosen by the curve introduces an element of randomness, resulting in varying levels of complexity depending on the number of nodes used.
By carefully balancing complex curves with simple geometric forms like circles and lines, Metamorph strives achieves a harmonious interplay between simplicity and complexity. The artworks are further enhanced by a grid-form layout on the canvas, adding structure and depth to the compositions. The collection encompasses a diverse range of color palettes, setting unique moods for each artwork. Four of these color palletes were used in the following collection “Skyscape”:
Neon Lights
Vineyard Valley
Clouds Of Nostalgia
Milky Way
Thus collecting similar palettes across collections can be a worthy curatorial endeavor for the Rithm Art Collective.
Overall, considering the artist’s talent, the milestone nature of the collection and the visual experience, where viewers can immerse themselves in the delicate dance between minimalism and intricacy, we consider Metamorph to be a core acquisition to the Rithm Art Collective treasury. This artworks invites contemplation and appreciation of the abstract beauty that emerges from the interplay of curves, forms, layouts, and colors.
Stay tuned for more updates on our acquisitions and the talented artists we collaborate with. The Rithm Art Collective is committed to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression and fostering a vibrant community of creators within the Art on Avax Avaiassance.