Oh Look! It's Us!: When I Look at BTC...

"When I Look at BTC... All I See is CENTS" is an interpretation of Rutherford Chang and sovrn.art's ordinal art collection "CENTS". It confronts the paradoxical nature of the penny: once a ubiquitous symbol of currency and value, now rendered virtually worthless by inflation, yet paradoxically cherished by collectors.

The process of collectively ascribing and agreeing upon the value of the CENTS ordinals is a captivating experience to witness and engage in. At the forefront of this dynamic stands ol1y, whose CENTS (#947; #1055; #7459; #4152; #2397) have been incorporated into this piece. This inclusion stands as a token of appreciation for his remarkable contributions. I extend my heartfelt gratitude.
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Stylistic framework:
"When I Look at BTC... All I See is CENTS" is part of a series of (neo-) expressionist artworks titled "Oh Look! It's Us!" by DocT. Rooted in the late 20th-century movement, Neo-Expressionism emerged as a rebellious force against the abstract and conceptual art of its time, giving prominence to emotional intensity and the raw tapestry of human experiences. Within this series, a kaleidoscope of distorted yet powerfully authentic reflections of reality and the intricacies of the human condition and the current Zeitgeist is unveiled.

The fusion of static and animated pieces beckons viewers to embark on a journey into the abyss of existence's disarray. Each digital stroke and frame has been meticulously crafted to encapsulate the very essence of our shared human plight. Through somewhat chaotic brushwork and vibrant hues, the series embraces the profound and illuminates the enigmatic and unsettling aspects of life in an almost visceral manner.
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Process and media:
Each work is the outcome of a specifically designed multi-step process, which includes the creation of a series of base images with MJ and/or SD, the partial blending of the base image drafts, and comprehensive post-editing using Photoshop and other editing tools.
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Of note:
The majority of pieces from this line of work will be 1/1 NFTs, apart from future airdrops to collectors and occasional edition pieces. Some works may also be available as separate physical artworks in the future, which would not include the NFT.