ERICK
“SNOWFRO”
CALDERON
Iconic and the Museum of Art + Light’s third collaboration will highlight the remarkable talent of Erick “Snowfro” Calderon. This release offers collectors the opportunity to participate in three separate auctions, each featuring an iconic Chromie Squiggle.
The auction winners will receive a Chromie Squiggle and a hand-signed artistic reproduction of their Chromie Squiggle by Matr Labs.
Artist Created and Curated
This exclusive auction series features three Chromie Squiggles by Art Blocks founder Erick Calderon, available across three separate auctions. The winner of each auction will receive a 24” x 24” hand-signed artistic reproduction of their Chromie Squiggle by Matr Labs, a certificate of authenticity, and the matching NFT.
2023, Erick Calderon, "Chromie Squiggle #9752". Digital & 24" x 24" Inch Print.
2023, Erick Calderon, "Chromie Squiggle #9753". Digital & 24" x 24" Inch Print.
2023, Erick Calderon, "Chromie Squiggle #9756". Digital & 24" x 24" Inch Print.
Digital + Physical
Three separate Chromie Squiggles will be available in this auction, and the successful bidders will each receive an exclusive, hand-signed, 24” x 24” artistic reproduction by Matr Labs that mirrors the corresponding Chromie Squiggle. With its meticulous attention to detail, the print not only captures the vibrant essence of the Chromie Squiggle but also adds a tangible, collectible piece to the bidder's art collection. These unique prints are a testament to the intersection of digital and physical art, offering collectors a rare opportunity to own a completely unique piece that bridges both worlds.
”Simple and easily identifiable, each Squiggle embodies the soul of the Art Blocks platform. Consider each my personal signature as an artist, developer, and tinkerer."
- Erick “Snowfro” Calderon
About Erick Calderon
Erick Calderon (aka Snowfro) has many varied artistic and entrepreneurial interests which have guided him through his practice.
In 2020, he founded Art Blocks, a platform hosting on demand generative art on the Ethereum blockchain, and at the same time released his own artwork the Chromie Squiggle, an algorithmic edition of 10,000 and inspired by the symmetry, versatility and flow behind gradients. In his latest endeavor, he is working to distill the complexities of industrial textile manufacturing and coding into a seamless artistic output that is accessible to a broad audience.
As a result, Calderon’s focus is on physical and digital optional blockchain powered products and projects.
About Chromie Squiggles
Chromie Squiggles are considered foundational in the world of generative art. Created by Erick Calderon, it was the inaugural project on Art Blocks and set the standard for what on-chain generative art could achieve.
Their simple, vibrant aesthetic and unique algorithmic generation appeal to both art collectors and tech enthusiasts. The cultural significance of owning a piece of digital art history enhances their desirability. Additionally, a strong and engaged community of collectors further contributes to their widespread appeal.
Their early entry into the blockchain space has cemented their status as a symbol of the movement, frequently cited as a pivotal moment in the evolution of digital art.
About Matr Labs Prints
Matr Labs is crafting unique solutions for artists, using robotic technology to bridge the gap between the digital and physical art worlds. Their work uses their unique robotic oil painting technology to bring the tangible texture of brushwork on canvas to digital art.
Matr Labs’ AI and generative software lets artists shape the texture and depth of paintings using a range of brushes and tools that make each piece as vivid in feel as it is in look.
The proprietary techniques of the Matr Labs hardware and software suite employ a robotic system that precisely applies brushes and other mark making apparatus to paint to create texture and movement with the precision of the original digital file. The outcome is a dynamic balance that authentically accentuates the painterly quality of the art, without purporting to replicate works done by hand: it’s the vibrancy of digital art melded with the rich tradition of oil painting.
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Auction Access
Iconic has collaborated with AOTM to present art collectors with a rare opportunity to secure a Chromie Squiggle by Art Blocks founder, Erick Calderon.
Utilizing a traditional American auction format, each of the three auctions offers collectors the chance to acquire a Chromie Squiggle along with a matching, hand-signed, artistic reproduction print by Matr Labs.
This release features a single Chromie Squiggle in the “slinky” style and two Chromie Squiggles in the “normal” style, each distinguished by different starting and ending colors.
This auction presents an exclusive opportunity for both seasoned collectors and new admirers of Calderon’s iconic artistry.
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Artworks Available
Chromie Squiggle #9752
Digital token & a 24" x 24" hand-signed reproduction by Matr Labs.Chromie Squiggle #9753
Digital token & a 24" x 24" hand-signed reproduction by Matr Labs.Chromie Squiggle #9756
Digital token & a 24" x 24" hand-signed reproduction by Matr Labs. -
Auction Date
September 9th, 2024
Bidding starts at 9am PT / 12pm ET
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Reserve Price
3.5 ETH
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Auction Length
All three auctions will start at the same time and run for 48 hours.
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Auction Link
Auction Information
AOTM Auction
Monday, September 9th
Bidding Starts At 9am PT / 12pm ET
Reserve Price: 3.5 ETH Each
Free Shipping For Auction Winners
AOTM and Iconic will host a 48 hour, American style auction open to all art collectors. The auction will feature a “dynamic closing" mechanism, which means the auction is extended if a bid is placed during the final moments before the scheduled close.
This adds additional time for other bidders to respond, ensuring a fair chance for all participants to place their final bids.
Explore the auction here: https://aotm.gallery/collection/aotm-iconic-moal
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