BRYAN
BRINKMAN
Iconic, in collaboration with the Norman Rockwell Museum & the Norman Rockwell Family, is excited to announce the release of a limited collection of 100 prints and animated NFTs. By special arrangement with the Rockwell family, an original ink sketch by Norman Rockwell has been incorporated into a new contemporary work reimagined by the exceptionally talented Bryan Brinkman, offering a fresh and innovative interpretation of a beloved artistic legacy.
Ephemeral Embers
This exclusive release, titled Ephemeral Embers, is limited to 100 digital editions, and 100 unique, hand-signed and hand-numbered prints.
Digital & Unique Physical Editions
Each collector of Bryan Brinkman’s Ephemeral Embers will have the exclusive opportunity to purchase a unique, 1:1 museum-quality print, measuring 18" x 32", signed and numbered by the artist.
Each edition will feature a different frame from Brinkman’s Ephemeral Embers animation, resulting in a series of 100 distinctly individual 1:1 prints.
With only 100 prints available, this limited release offers a rare and singular opportunity for collectors. Each unique print is $250/USD and can be claimed using ETH or credit card.
Print claims close on December 6th, 2024.
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Collection Access
Given the exclusive nature of this collection, access will be extremely limited.
Guaranteed access to the mint will be reserved for Iconic’s Art Pass holders and 50 of Bryan Brinkman’s top 300 Deca.art holders selected via raffle.
The second mint window will be first come, first served (FCFS) and will be available to all art collectors.
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Editions Available
100
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Mint Date
Thursday, October 24th, 2024
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Mint Price
$350 USD Paid Via ETH
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Print Price
$250 Paid Via ETH or Credit Card
About Bryan Brinkman
Bryan Brinkman (b. 1985) is an award-winning multimedia artist and animator based in New York City. A graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia with a degree in animation, he began his career in advertising and television, contributing graphic artistry to shows like "Saturday Night Live" and "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."
In 2020, Brinkman ventured into the NFT space, merging his motion graphics expertise with digital storytelling. His vibrant and dynamic art explores themes of identity, perception, humor, pop culture, surrealism, and the evolving relationship between humans and technology, effectively bringing Pop Art into the digital age.
Brinkman's innovative works have been featured at prestigious auction houses like Sotheby's and Christie's, as well as on curated digital platforms such as Unit London, SuperRare, Nifty Gateway, and ArtBlocks. By blending traditional animation techniques with cutting-edge digital platforms, he continues to push the boundaries of digital art.
About “Ephemeral Embers”
This collaborative work explores the shared experience of ideation between two artists—Norman Rockwell and myself. Rockwell’s sketch, a raw and contemplative departure from his usual painterly style, serves as the foundation. After carefully studying the vast collection of works in the Norman Rockwell Museum, this particular sketch stood out to me for its simplicity and sense of vulnerability. Despite Rockwell’s fame and mastery, this piece reveals the artist behind the icon, showing a glimpse of his unfiltered process.
Building on this, I introduced my own vision of creation. The pipe, once a symbol of reflection, now becomes a channel for ideas, transforming Rockwell’s quiet introspection into a factory of imagery. The cloud of icons represents a visual homage to his work, each object drawn from themes, symbols, and motifs that recur throughout his career. In doing so, I aimed to create a dialogue between his iconic storytelling and my interpretation of creative flow.
The dog, a charming detail Rockwell often included in his personal correspondence and gifts, also finds a place in this collaboration. It symbolizes both his humanity and the intimate touches that made his work so personal. By merging our artistic languages in a way that feels cohesive, I aimed to honor Rockwell’s legacy while making space for my own narrative within it.
Drop Access and Mint Schedule
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Guaranteed Access
Thursday October 24th
12pm ET - 3pm ETAll Iconic Art Pass holders will have access to this mint window and will be added direct to contract (DTC).
Fifty of Bryan Brinkman’s top 300 Deca.art holders will be chosen via raffle and their addresses will be added DTC.
Max mints per address: One -
Public Mint
Thursday, October 24th
3:30pm ET - Mint OutShould there be any remaining editions of Ephemeral Embers available after the first mint phase, they will be rleased to the public on a first come, first served (FCFS) basis.
Max mints per address: One
About Norman Rockwell Museum
The Norman Rockwell Museum illuminates the power of American illustration art to reflect and shape society, and advances the enduring values of kindness, respect, and social equity portrayed by Norman Rockwell.
About Iconic
At the core of Iconic’s mission is the integration of traditional art institutions and emerging digital networks.
Founded in 2015, Iconic is a global pioneer in expanding the reach of cultural institutions and the arts. Iconic partners with museums, digital artists, and brands to produce incredible digital and physical art for cultural collectors around the world.
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