VAULT3D: Erin McGean- Revealing the Impact of NFTs on Art, the Artistic Process and Role of Digital Art Education

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This week, we’re joined collage artist, Erin McGean. Erin, based out of Toronto, provides an intimate glimpse into her artistic journey, discussing her background in fine art, her passion for teaching and her recent foray into the digital space through Web3.
Exploring Erin's pivot from digital to analog collages, we delve into her process of digitizing her pieces, and the importance of maintaining authenticity in artwork. We also discuss the advent of NFTs in the art world and the paradigm shift it has caused, opening up new avenues for artists like Erin.
Our musings also span the power of art as a form of self-expression, its societal influence and the importance of artists considering the impact of their work. As educators, Erin and we share thoughts on the potential role of NFTs in teaching digital art to teenagers. As we wrap up, we leave you with a reminder of the beauty and emotion that art infuses into our lives, and our responsibility to embrace and explore it. Tune in to this captivating episode for these insights and much more.
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Website: https://www.erinmcgean.com/
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Music by 800DB
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Chapters

1. Art and Inspiration With Erin (00:00:00)

2. Transition to Digital Art and NFTs (00:13:55)

3. Changing Perspective in Art and Photography (00:27:38)

4. Artistic Process and Collectors' Interactions (00:39:40)

5. Audacious Art and eSports Goal Setting (00:49:51)

6. Teaching NFTs to High School Students (00:56:49)

7. Artistic Expression and Authenticity (01:09:20)