Transient NFT: Solstice | Perennial by Ben Strauss

It's popular to perceive time as being linear, when in fact the effects of elapsed time are often cyclical in nature. Seasons come and go in a predictable manner, each individually distinguishable in the way they shape the landscapes around us. Winter and summer move slowly within our perception of time and we inadequately appreciate these stark alterations. Imagine having the power to jump between these seasons, exploring their effects on a given landscape. Would this change your experience of time? No need to wonder anymore… The Solstice Series is the first of its kind, giving viewers a highly unique opportunity to experience the power of seasons like never before. During winter of last year, I traveled across Colorado and revisited a few of my favorite summer scenes. I photographed them each again, making sure to place myself in the exact same location as before; there is no photoshop wizardry here. Interact with the piece and feel the power of the seasons. The dynamic effects in this piece incorporate realtime fluid simulation, symbolizing the fluid nature of time. Because of this, you can theoretically create an infinite amount of unique 1/1 pieces from this artwork. Of course, it wouldn’t be a true Transient Gallery piece if we didn’t take the viewer’s nearest solstice into account. Take notice of which season the piece defaults to.

Perennial, the second piece in the Solstice Series, is all about the robustness and perseverance of Colorado’s wildflowers. Delicate by appearance, yet able to weather the mountain's most extreme conditions. The Lupine flower is one of this region's most abundant, and its perennial nature means that year-after-year the blooms return.

Click + drag or swipe to interact. Shift + S saves a full resolution copy of this piece in any state. Double click/tap the bottom half of the image to change the season. Double click/tap the top half to toggle an animated state. View Fullscreen: https://projects.transientlabs.xyz/ipfs/QmTQgmrc5pcWqUXPPt9VfM4nLN2GS9dEEsWwdpioUzEA8b