Edition of 69 pieces (Genesis in Shape).
Everyone must leave something behind. Something that your fingers touched during life, in which your soul will find refuge after death. People will look at tree or flower you have grown, and at that moment you will be alive. Ray Bradbury.
Don't forget your roots. Art is an attempt to create, next to the real world, another, more human world. André Maurois.
*Photography created in 2024 (Vietnam).
About artist: My name is Artiom Kireev (KireevArt). In NFT since March 2021, OG Photographer. I have been creating digital fine art photography for 20 years. Main collection: "My Wonderland" has been built over 17 years. This is pure and authentic photography with amazing storytelling, one of a kind within the photography medium both in web3 and in IRL. https://superrare.com/kireevart
Fine Art Photography Gallery: https://oncyber.io/spaces/0HdY9IL2yYJ3NSisULec
I also want to tell in detail about the specification and unique features of my art that distinguish it in the digital art landscape and justify its value:
Artistic Vision & Concept: KireevArt collection, described as “Journey of Imagination to My Wonderland,” immediately suggests a thematic focus on fantasy and surrealism, fairy tales and folklore. This thematic sequence in the works points to a deliberate artistic vision, where reality is transformed into a fantastical narrative. The approach can be compared to the surrealist movement, where the subconscious and dreamlike states are explored, but with a digital twist that uses modern technology to create hyper realistic or exaggerated forms of fantasy.
Stylistic Features: Details and texture of the work are characterized by hyper detail. This emphasis on the smallest details can be interpreted as an attempt to create a bridge between the digital and physical worlds, making the fantastic tangible. This meticulous attention to detail can serve as a critique or exploration of the human obsession with perfection and the search for the unattainable in beauty or form.
Color and Lighting: Working with light is an important element of self-expression, a unique artist art code. Color is the original accent of sounding a visual language. Suggests a preference for sharp contrasts or dramatic lighting effects. This may imply a cinematic quality to the images, where light plays a crucial role in the narrative, highlighting moments of revelation or mystery in fantastical scenes.
Technique: Combination of digital techniques, including elements of handwork and a rejection of collage and layer manipulation, indicates a hybrid approach and a desire for a difficult-to-execute “clean photography”. This mixture can be seen as KireevArt’s commentary on the evolution of art forms, combining traditional artistic skills with cutting-edge technology, thereby creating a new genre of digital art that respects its roots while pushing boundaries.
Cultural & Social Commentary: A meditation on themes of escapism, the human psyche’s need for fantasy, or even the impact of the digital age on our perception of reality. Meticulous attention to detail and thematic consistency may appeal to collectors looking for works that not only challenge their visual senses but also offer a narrative or emotional journey. The works can therefore be seen as an investment in both aesthetic pleasure and the artist’s cultural commentary.
KireevArt collection is not just a demonstration of technical mastery in digital photography and art, but also a deep dive into the worlds of surrealism, folklore, and fairy tales. Stylistic decisions, from hyper-detailed textures to dramatic lighting, create a narrative that invites viewers into a carefully crafted wonderland, challenging and pushing the boundaries of what digital art can achieve in storytelling and emotional engagement. This collection is a testament to the evolving nature of art in the digital age, where technology and authenticity become tools for exploring the depths of human imagination.
Some exhibitions/competitions where these works of art where presented (as confirmation of there artistic value): Le Carrousel Du Louvre (ParisBlockWeek 2023); NFTNYC 2022-2024; Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2023: Photography Award - Finalist; Joynxyz & 2R2, Seoul 2023; World Photography Day Exhibition in Bali 2023; Zurich (PhotoSchweiz NFT 2022) Paris (Imagination 2018); Milan (Sublimation 2019); Beijing (2019); Gold Award in the nomination “After Dark” - Proify International Photography Awards 2016 (UK); World TOP-10 Fashion Photographers 2018 & Book: “Best Photographers 2018”; Honorary award - 4th Ozone Zone International Photo Salon 2016 (Dominica, Caribbean). etc.