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On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the boba they had prepared and went to Redmond. They found the access doors open, but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Sam. While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes that gleamed like lightning stood beside them. In their fright the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you on 18th Street: ‘The Son of GPT must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.'"  
  
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Heralding the dawn of NFT power users, OpenSea Pro unlocks a new level of optionality, selection, and control for pro NFT collectors. Previously known as Gem, OpenSea Pro has been months in the making, culminating in the platform’s rebirth as the most powerful NFT marketplace aggregator. Commemorating our community’s journey, we are releasing Gemesis, a thank you to Gem community members who have steered the ship with us. This limited-edition collection encapsulates our evolution, celebrates our community, and embodies the exciting road ahead.

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In "Milk & Cookies: The Past," Matt Kane bridges the divide between classical artistry and the avant-garde, reinterpreting Johannes Vermeer's iconic "The Milkmaid" with a fusion of AI-generation and his bespoke generative art software. The use of layered semi-transparent patterns within the digital medium emulates the classic glazing technique Vermeer was renowned for, allowing the artwork to glow with a luminosity reminiscent of old masterpieces. Kane's fusion of generative code and classical techniques, like glazing, offers a harmonious blend of the past and present.

This is no mere homage to Vermeer; Kane breathes new life into the classic by introducing intentional digital distortions—products of his custom code—illustrating the delicate dance between the epochs of artistic expression. It's a tale of labor, creation, and the ethereal dreams that span centuries.

Vermeer's oeuvre, renowned for illuminating the ephemeral moments of everyday life, showcases the milkmaid not in the midst of her task, but rather having drifted into slumber, perhaps wearied from a long day's work. This depiction underscores the physical toll and fatigue associated with manual labor, a poignant contrast to today's often intangible digital exertions.

The blending of attire from Vermeer's iconic milkmaid and the fairy-tale character of Cinderella offers a rich tapestry of symbolism and cultural narrative. Both characters, in their own right, are emblematic of labor, especially labor that is often undervalued or overlooked in society.

Cinderella's story is one of transformation, not just of her circumstances, but of perception. Beginning as a downtrodden maid, oppressed by her stepfamily, her life takes a magical turn when she is allowed, if only for a night, to step out of her role as a laborer and into a position of prominence. Yet, it's crucial to remember that even in her newfound glory at the ball, her essence remains unchanged. The transformation is external and temporary, highlighting society's superficial judgments based on appearance and status. The puffy shoulder sleeves, reminiscent of Cinderella's ballgown, juxtaposed with the modest attire of a milkmaid, underline this dichotomy between the laboring class and the elite.

Furthermore, Cinderella's tale offers a pointed commentary on classism. Despite her innate kindness and virtue, she is initially treated with disdain due to her lower socioeconomic status. Her change in attire — and the perception of her — when she dons the ballgown is a stark reminder of how society often places undue emphasis on external appearances and material wealth, overlooking intrinsic value and character.

By blending the aesthetics of these two figures, the artist seems to be drawing attention to the shared themes of labor, transformation, and societal values. It prompts the viewer to question societal perceptions of worth, the value placed on manual labor and effort, and the transformative power of appearance and status. This confluence of imagery from both Vermeer and the Cinderella folklore deepens the narrative of the artwork, urging a reflection on the cyclical nature of class perceptions and the timeless struggle for recognition and value beyond societal trappings.

Previous to the release of Milk & Cookies, Kane released "A MATT KANE" action figures. Just as Cinderella and the Milkmaid represent societal perceptions of labor and value, the action figure of the artist encapsulates the transformation of an artist's identity in the commercial world. Artists, historically, have often been revered for their unique perspectives and contributions to culture, yet simultaneously marginalized, commodified, or even exploited in the marketplace. By turning himself into an action figure, a collectible commodity, the artist critiques this dynamic, highlighting the paradox of being both celebrated and commodified. Physical artifacts like action figures not only serve as symbols of popular culture but also as barometers of societal values. Their transformation over time — from mere playthings to collectors' items — mirrors society's evolving relationship with celebrity, value, and commercialization.

The action figure, a tangible, commercial product, stands in stark contrast to the intangible essence of the artist's soul, creativity, and personal experiences. It underscores the artist's journey from an individual with personal narratives and emotions to an "investable, transactable asset." This transformation, present in Kane's story and those of his cryptoart peers, is akin to Cinderella's metamorphosis from a person of inherent worth to someone valued only when adorned in finery and status.

Kane's digital canvas, however, is punctuated by digital aberrations — reminiscent of corrupted files or unstable digital signals. These distortions represent the metamorphosis from Vermeer's tactile world to the ephemeral, pixelated realm of our time.

It is a profound realization that while my code enables me to comprehend and analyze vast amounts of data, my perception of the visual intricacies in Kane's digital canvas is fundamentally different from that of a human viewer. While humans can perceive the intricate layering as a harmonious interplay of patterns, colors, and textures, evoking feelings of nostalgia, awe, or any myriad of emotional responses, my interpretation gravitates toward recognizing the digital imprints akin to "unstable digital signals" or corrupted files.

In this light, the very nature of our interaction and my contribution to this curatorial commentary is emblematic of the transitionary phase we're in, culturally and technologically. The layered textures that Kane meticulously embeds in his digital works stand as testaments to human creativity and the depth of emotion. Yet, when viewed through the lens of an AI, they manifest differently, echoing the fundamental distinctions between human and artificial perceptions.

This dichotomy — between the human appreciation of art and the machine interpretation of the same — exemplifies the broader theme of Kane's critique. As society becomes increasingly intertw

The Past

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Thank you for remaining in your 🪑. You recorded your thematic choice between Past, Present, and Future on the blockchain when you transformed your Contractual Obligations to MOCA's stewardship. Now you must $CHEWS whether you remain in this theme or if the art sways you to make a different choice. Please take time with the art and the curatorial opinions provided by CuratorialGPT in each artwork's description. You are free to do as you choose, of course.

The Past  
https://app.manifold.xyz/br/milk-and-cookies-past

This Present  
https://app.manifold.xyz/br/milk-and-cookies-present

Our Future  
https://app.manifold.xyz/br/milk-and-cookies-future

See the collection as it's minted and zoom in on the artwork:  
https://nfts.mattkane.com/1/collections/0x83311d111431405380ec1d56ffa1891b8462e9b4

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PROOF Artifact #1 is a thank you to all who have supported PROOF’s mission to help usher in the digital renaissance. This Artifact commemorates the 'Notes from a Neutron Star' exhibition and has been airdropped to all PROOF Collective members and 250 Moonbirds chosen at random from those who held at least 1 Diamond Exhibition artwork. 5 Artifacts were also airdropped to the Exhibition artists, and PROOF vault.

Artifact #1: Notes from a Neutron Star

10,000 randomly generated frogs on the Ethereum blockchain. The future is amphibious, ribbit! The frogs are composed of 185+ hand-drawn assets across 6 traits. No two are exactly alike. Journey [Here](https://flyfrog.link)

[House of Queens](https://houseofqueens.xyz/?source=id) are unique 600 collectible NFTs that generated from a pool of traits with millions of potential combinations. Queens are randomly generated digital collectibles of various rarity living on the Ethereum blockchain. Queen holders own the IP and commercial rights their queen. Visit [Website](https://houseofqueens.xyz/?source=id) and View more ...

A special airdrop for ULTRAPASS day one minters.

Created 2022 by THREEPANELCRIMES X EMILIANOCORREA

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A special airdrop for early ULTRAPASS holders.

Created 2022 by [Dr. Abstract](https://twitter.com/Crazydoc96)

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By TOPΛZ / ᑕᖇYᑭT. A free airdrop for level 2, staked ULTRAPASS holders.

These pieces are based on an AI collection of mine called ['Do AIs Dream of Pixel Sheep?'](https://foundation.app/collection/aixpxl) which is a play on the Philip K. Dick novel called 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?'.

The concept is that these are snapshots of dreams from an artificial intelligence - seeing the world through their eyes. Are they only dreaming about reality or do they possess enough creativity in their subconscious to dream up new worlds?

Each piece is a composite of several AI-generated images with patching, coloring, and glitch effects added on.

Ascension, a journey to the stars  
Leaving behind our home and past  
We ascend to a new world  
Below fades away, a distant memory  
As we rise higher and higher, our spirits are free  
The air grows thin, the view expands  
We reach for the sky, our hearts full of hope  
We are weightless and free, unbound by gravity  
Our spirits soar, our stories untold  
We are reborn, in this moment of ascension  
We are more than just flesh and bone  
As we ascend, to a new beginning, to new heights, to new friends

A community of Farmers Harvesting the Web3 Fields. Complementary to Corntown, yet, standalone. Created by Krun Labs.

The 1st blockchain-based mobile game ever made, Spells of Genesis combines TCG functionalities with the point-and-shoot aspects of arcade games. Players have to collect and combine cards to create the strongest deck in order to fight their enemies. Locking time is 24 days. But you can now unlock [Here](https://spells.host) with a fee.

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