VAULT3D: John Knopf - Transitioning from Amateur to Professional Photographer, NFTs, and the Value of Unconventional Art

SHILLR

Original Recording Date: June 6th, 2022
In our latest episode, we converse with the inspirational John Knopf, a self-taught lens-based artist and community builder who has learned the hard way what it means to value your art. John shares his unique journey into photography, the challenges he faced, and the 'aha' moment that led him to recognize himself as an artist.
The second part of our conversation takes a closer look at the changing landscape of the creative industry, particularly the transformative impact of money on creators. We dissect the rise of NFTs and the crucial shift in culture as creators are finally paid what they're worth. You'll discover how just 300,000 active wallets have raised the average income for creators to a staggering $174,000 a year, a remarkable contrast to the pittance offered by platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Spotify.
Lastly, we delve into John's experiences during his transition from amateur to professional, and how a simple shift in perspective can alter the trajectory of one's career. We examine the wisdom gleaned from Gary Vee and discuss John's exciting exploration of NFTs. With a spotlight on the importance of fun and unconventional art, we delve into the revolutionary ripple effects of joy in the creative process. Join us on this exhilarating journey with John as we traverse through fascinating topics from the value of art to the illusion of monetization, and the complexities of pricing artwork.
John Knopf links:
Linktree: https://www.jknopf.com/linktree
Website: https://www.jknopf.com/
X (Twitter): https://x.com/JohnKnopfPhotos

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Music by 800DB
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Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. The Value of Art and Creativity (00:10:03)

3. The Impact of Money on Creators (00:22:58)

4. Transitioning From Amateur to Professional (00:29:52)

5. Exploring NFTs (00:36:10)

6. Art's Value and Illusion of Monetization (00:46:58)

7. Pricing Artwork and Asking Questions (00:50:43)

8. Board Apes and Gary Vee's NFT Impact (00:53:59)

9. Value of Fun and Unconventional Art (01:03:22)

10. The Positive Impacts of Community (01:15:15)