SmulSkulz 8 is part of the SmulSkulz collection, combining a handcrafted mosaic with a digitally decaying animation. This piece captures a singular digital moment, preserved in acrylic pixels, inviting reflection on themes of transformation and impermanence.
Physical Mosaic
Materials: 3,204 semi-transparent acrylic tiles adhered to canvas.
Dimensions: 4.5 x 6.5 inches, mounted on an 8.5 x 11-inch acid-free backing board. The piece is signed by the artist, is ready for display, and comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Uniqueness: Each mosaic is a one-of-a-kind creation. It captures a single animation frame before digital decay occurs, transforming the untouched digital image into a tangible artifact.
Digital Animation
Description: The animation unfolds over 90 seconds, employing glitch techniques to simulate the progressive decay of digital data. Hand-drawn 'boiled' linework adds a human element, enriching the narrative of impermanence.
Exclusivity: The full-resolution (2000 x 2000), unwatermarked animation is exclusive to the NFT owner. A shorter, watermarked preview is available for public viewing.
Availability
Release Date: SmulSkulz 8 will be available as part of Wave 1, launching on February 25, 2025.
Reservation: Collectors can contact the artist directly to secure their piece.
Ownership Includes
The signed physical mosaic, ready for display.
The NFT containing the high-resolution animation, registered on the Ethereum blockchain.
Exclusive access to the unwatermarked animation post-purchase.
SmulSkulz 8 transforms the impermanent into the tangible, offering a way to engage with the fleeting and the lasting. Like every piece in the SmulSkulz collection, it bridges the digital and physical, inviting a quiet moment of reflection on how we preserve ephemerality.
