The Sigg Art Foundation, Digital Art Mile, TAEX, and Tezos all gathered in Basel this year to showcase NFTs, shedding light on the growing significance of digital art in the global art scene.
The Digital Art Mile, a cutting-edge digital art market held alongside the renowned Art Basel, made its debut this year, serving as a platform for NFT-focused artists, collectors, and curators in Switzerland. The event transformed Rebgasse into a lively exhibition space for contemporary and historical digital art, featuring prominent galleries, NFT platforms, and artists from around the world.
At the Sigg Art Foundation booth, visitors were treated to an exhibition curated by art collector Pierre Sigg, showcasing groundbreaking digital artists such as Grégory Chatonsky, Justin Aversano, Ben Elliot, and Bernar Venet. Venet’s collaboration with Sotheby’s highlighted a collection of algorithmic artworks, a recurring theme throughout the event. Chatonsky’s innovative use of AI in art was on display, offering a fresh perspective on our planet through a dynamic installation sourced from internet data points.
Justin Aversano’s exhibit, “Twin Flames,” featured captivating photographs of twins from diverse backgrounds, reflecting human stories from around the globe. Elliot presented “Metaone,” a virtual reality project exploring the convergence of history, nature, technology, and science in a futuristic paradise.
Tezos Foundation introduced Objkt and fx(hash) platforms, showcasing physical manifestations of digital art and engaging visitors in generative art experiences. The “Matter & Data” exhibition at Objkt featured works by international artists, including an interactive exhibit with Analivia Cordeiro. fx(hash) collaborated with OFFICE IMPART to present ‘Bit Operations,’ a visual exploration of computer foundations by artist Jonas Lund.
TAEX, a digital art platform, unveiled a serene digital Zen landscape from Krista Kim’s Continuum project, inviting viewers to find mindfulness in digital spaces. Fellowship showcased an expansive exhibition on AI in art history, honoring pioneers like Harold Cohen and exploring the evolution of artificial intelligence in the digital art realm.
The event also featured a conference with speakers like Refik Anadol and Sasha Stiles, offering insight into the intersection of art and technology. Discussions on generative art, blockchain in art, and museums’ embrace of Web3 sparked contemplation on the evolving role of digital art in the art world.
In addition to the exhibitions, Kult.Kino Camera hosted daily conferences on topics like generative art and the incorporation of blockchain in art, fostering engaging dialogues on the future of digital art. The screening of “What the Punk!” and a video on the creators of Cryptopunks added to the week’s digital-focused events, celebrating the innovation and creativity within the digital art community.