BITCOIN FORUM METAVERSE - 15th Anniversary Artwork - Presented in detail

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Quote from: fruktik on Today at 05:54:40 AM

And I liked the cyberpunk style. I love this direction. Indeed, the work turned out to be simply evil and impressive. Upon closer examination, you can see a lot of what is not available at a glance. Quite a detailed work of art. There is no other way to say it in this case. Everything is great. Of course, there was a lot more that could have been conveyed, but the picture is not elastic. The key aspects are conveyed and this makes the work unique.

P.S.
It's time for the Bitcointalk administration to think about publishing their own art magazine.

There is indeed a lot to discover in there if you take a minute or 10! Grin

As for everything that could be and isn't - there's going to be more opportunities to visualize and upgrade in the future.

If not sooner, then let's make another, even crazier one for the 20th anniversary!

It was a plan to chain these into a bigger picture anyway, just like the Bitcoin blockchain teaches us.

Cheers.

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And I liked the cyberpunk style. I love this direction. Indeed, the work turned out to be simply evil and impressive. Upon closer examination, you can see a lot of what is not available at a glance. Quite a detailed work of art. There is no other way to say it in this case. Everything is great. Of course, there was a lot more that could have been conveyed, but the picture is not elastic. The key aspects are conveyed and this makes the work unique.

P.S.
It's time for the Bitcointalk administration to think about publishing their own art magazine.

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This is very nice! Congrats!

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Quote from: aoluain on November 20, 2024, 12:34:09 PM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 20, 2024, 11:03:45 AM

Quote from: Lucius on November 20, 2024, 10:00:09 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 19, 2024, 12:07:52 PM

~snip~
I think 0.02BTC might be just be high enough that anyone interested might rather wait for the last minute and then bid.

0.02 BTC doesn't seem like much if we look just in BTC, but at a time when the price is going up like this, most people probably perceive the price in fiat currencies and wonder how much that 0.02 will be worth in a week or a month. In any case, we will see if someone will want the artwork badly enough to pay the asking price for it.

Of course there is also the problem of privacy, few will agree to give their personal data - unless you already have experience with sending packages to a PO Box or something similar?

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I'll also say I'm pretty confident this particular piece will gain in value over time and I've no problem hodling on to it for a year or two. Cool

Why not - art usually gains in value over time, like BTC and good wine Wink

Privacy is solved as part of mutual business agreement - both parties respect this aspect.

I've so far shared with 50+ buyers and so far there have been no breaches.

Maybe I was lucky so far, but people around here (/Collectibles) seem like solid, trustworthy folks.

Here in the collectibles board we buy and sell items regularly and share our private names and addresses
with other users, all of whom are regularly buying/selling and giving their names and addresses -privately-
[I would hope that everyone has deleted/erased those details?] Personally I have dealt with Cyrus, minerjones,
MoparMiningLLC, tweetious, owlcatz and others and always have to ask for their addresses over and over
because I dont keep them.

Anyway the biggest issue with original art on the large side is transport, the ideal scenario is to collect
in person I would think.

As an aside - with this project from 1dq there has been more traffic through the collectibles board
which is all good, I wonder how many are tempted to stick around and see what treasures there is
on offer?

I am a reborn Bitcoin artist, and I’m from Planet Earth, nothing to hide.
I also ship large artworks, usually to members of a trusted community I’ve built over time. If trust is an issue, you can use an escrow service to handle the transaction, but you need to trust the escrow not to reveal your address. So far, this system has worked fine.

I once had a collector who was extremely private, and shipping to him wasn’t an option due to his concerns about privacy, he didn’t want anyone tracking postboxes, regions, or anything like that. In the end, he gifted the artwork instead.

Another option is to attend the conferences where I showcase my art.
You can purchase directly there without sharing any personal details. And don’t worry, my memory isn’t the best after my brain surgery, so I tend to forget things anyway! The only exception might be if I do a quick sketch of you for my records. 😊

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Quote from: 1Dq on November 20, 2024, 11:03:45 AM

Quote from: Lucius on November 20, 2024, 10:00:09 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 19, 2024, 12:07:52 PM

~snip~
I think 0.02BTC might be just be high enough that anyone interested might rather wait for the last minute and then bid.

0.02 BTC doesn't seem like much if we look just in BTC, but at a time when the price is going up like this, most people probably perceive the price in fiat currencies and wonder how much that 0.02 will be worth in a week or a month. In any case, we will see if someone will want the artwork badly enough to pay the asking price for it.

Of course there is also the problem of privacy, few will agree to give their personal data - unless you already have experience with sending packages to a PO Box or something similar?

Quote

I'll also say I'm pretty confident this particular piece will gain in value over time and I've no problem hodling on to it for a year or two. Cool

Why not - art usually gains in value over time, like BTC and good wine Wink

Privacy is solved as part of mutual business agreement - both parties respect this aspect.

I've so far shared with 50+ buyers and so far there have been no breaches.

Maybe I was lucky so far, but people around here (/Collectibles) seem like solid, trustworthy folks.

Here in the collectibles board we buy and sell items regularly and share our private names and addresses
with other users, all of whom are regularly buying/selling and giving their names and addresses -privately-
[I would hope that everyone has deleted/erased those details?] Personally I have dealt with Cyrus, minerjones,
MoparMiningLLC, tweetious, owlcatz and others and always have to ask for their addresses over and over
because I dont keep them.

Anyway the biggest issue with original art on the large side is transport, the ideal scenario is to collect
in person I would think.

As an aside - with this project from 1dq there has been more traffic through the collectibles board
which is all good, I wonder how many are tempted to stick around and see what treasures there is
on offer?

1Dq

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Quote from: Lucius on November 20, 2024, 10:00:09 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 19, 2024, 12:07:52 PM

~snip~
I think 0.02BTC might be just be high enough that anyone interested might rather wait for the last minute and then bid.

0.02 BTC doesn't seem like much if we look just in BTC, but at a time when the price is going up like this, most people probably perceive the price in fiat currencies and wonder how much that 0.02 will be worth in a week or a month. In any case, we will see if someone will want the artwork badly enough to pay the asking price for it.

Of course there is also the problem of privacy, few will agree to give their personal data - unless you already have experience with sending packages to a PO Box or something similar?

Quote

I'll also say I'm pretty confident this particular piece will gain in value over time and I've no problem hodling on to it for a year or two. Cool

Why not - art usually gains in value over time, like BTC and good wine Wink

Privacy is solved as part of mutual business agreement - both parties respect this aspect.

I've so far shared with 50+ buyers and so far there have been no breaches.

Maybe I was lucky so far, but people around here (/Collectibles) seem like solid, trustworthy folks.

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Quote from: 1Dq on November 19, 2024, 12:07:52 PM

~snip~
I think 0.02BTC might be just be high enough that anyone interested might rather wait for the last minute and then bid.

0.02 BTC doesn't seem like much if we look just in BTC, but at a time when the price is going up like this, most people probably perceive the price in fiat currencies and wonder how much that 0.02 will be worth in a week or a month. In any case, we will see if someone will want the artwork badly enough to pay the asking price for it.

Of course there is also the problem of privacy, few will agree to give their personal data - unless you already have experience with sending packages to a PO Box or something similar?

Quote

I'll also say I'm pretty confident this particular piece will gain in value over time and I've no problem hodling on to it for a year or two. Cool

Why not - art usually gains in value over time, like BTC and good wine Wink

1Dq

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Quote from: Lucius on November 19, 2024, 11:18:34 AM

An impressive piece of art that most would certainly like to have on their wall (myself included). I've never participated in such auctions, but from what I see the starting price is 0.02 BTC - has no one bid anything yet or are there any private bids?

Thank you sir!

As far as the canvas auction is concerned, I didn't get any bids yet.

I think 0.02BTC might be just be high enough that anyone interested might rather wait for the last minute and then bid.

Sometimes I get private offers right after the auction ends.

I'll also say I'm pretty confident this particular piece will gain in value over time and I've no problem hodling on to it for a year or two. Cool

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holy moly, out of words to describe this, OP is OP, i've always been the cyberpunk-ish type and this accurately visions what i'd like to see in 2077.

Happy Birthday BTCTalk! and Thanks 1DQ for showing us this wonderful piece.

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An impressive piece of art that most would certainly like to have on their wall (myself included). I've never participated in such auctions, but from what I see the starting price is 0.02 BTC - has no one bid anything yet or are there any private bids?

ekiller

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Fucking awesome job !

Bless your hands

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I visited your pinned topic in top news section of btctalk forum and found that you have created amazing artwork after hard work. Everything has been presented in a very beautiful manner. You will surely paid off for your hard work.

Congratulations 1Dq!

Happy 15th Bitcointalk Anniversary!

1Dq

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Quote from: piebeyb on November 17, 2024, 07:43:43 AM

Can't say much but this is a beautiful piece of art, I'm not good at making art like this but I can enjoy your art, I see you have a great talent as an art maker and I can see it's not an easy job but it seems interesting if this art is made into an NFT Wink

I hadn't considered turning it into NFT yet, actually I'm staying away from NFT currently.

Is there a good argument to do it?

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Can't say much but this is a beautiful piece of art, I'm not good at making art like this but I can enjoy your art, I see you have a great talent as an art maker and I can see it's not an easy job but it seems interesting if this art is made into an NFT Wink

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Quote from: joker_josue on November 14, 2024, 02:50:39 PM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 14, 2024, 10:24:26 AM

Quote from: buwaytress on November 14, 2024, 10:06:14 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 13, 2024, 11:27:35 AM

Do you think it would be possible to use this version that joker_josue uploaded:

And make a layer with explanations on top of it somehow?

I imagine it's possible. I know joker_josue is fixing the hosting issues but he'll be able to answer if we can upload and even bigger (zoomable anyway) I guess SVG/PNG version so we don't lose pixels. I could also help out with the writeup of the details if you guys need that.

I think some people see cryptic art or details as part of the fun but there are guys like me who also prefer to not put my eyes to work Wink

That sounds good - I can send all descriptions with locations and everything to somebody who can structure it properly.

I'd love to see this be done now that I imagine it, it could be interesting to members for a long time.

I can do that if you want!
It would be a very interesting project.

I can create a page, where it is easy for visitors to enlarge and navigate the image, creating reference points where more details can be obtained about that aspect of the painting.

I'll be able to deal with that soon. If you want me to move forward with the idea.

If it's not too much work on your part we can do this when you say the word!

You know where to find me haha.

Quote from: pinggoki on November 15, 2024, 12:31:50 AM

I thought that the digital art was so good, never had I expected it to be upped in terms of quality when you do a real painting, good job and it's such an awesome thing that people have collaborated to help realize this artwork and such a good thing that the community is fully supporting you with this kind of endeavor, I hope that this project will open you to more customers and friends in the near future. Awesome work, imagine if this will be expanded but to the size of large paintings like The Spoliarium or maybe even create a mural like the one in Sistine Chapel's Ceiling. Are there any plans to auction the painting?

Thank you!

And yes, the original canvas is being auctioned here:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/auction-ended-original-acrylic-painting-on-canvas-bitcoin-forum-metaverse-5517684

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I thought that the digital art was so good, never had I expected it to be upped in terms of quality when you do a real painting, good job and it's such an awesome thing that people have collaborated to help realize this artwork and such a good thing that the community is fully supporting you with this kind of endeavor, I hope that this project will open you to more customers and friends in the near future. Awesome work, imagine if this will be expanded but to the size of large paintings like The Spoliarium or maybe even create a mural like the one in Sistine Chapel's Ceiling. Are there any plans to auction the painting?

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Quote from: 1Dq on November 14, 2024, 10:24:26 AM

Quote from: buwaytress on November 14, 2024, 10:06:14 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 13, 2024, 11:27:35 AM

Do you think it would be possible to use this version that joker_josue uploaded:

And make a layer with explanations on top of it somehow?

I imagine it's possible. I know joker_josue is fixing the hosting issues but he'll be able to answer if we can upload and even bigger (zoomable anyway) I guess SVG/PNG version so we don't lose pixels. I could also help out with the writeup of the details if you guys need that.

I think some people see cryptic art or details as part of the fun but there are guys like me who also prefer to not put my eyes to work Wink

That sounds good - I can send all descriptions with locations and everything to somebody who can structure it properly.

I'd love to see this be done now that I imagine it, it could be interesting to members for a long time.

I can do that if you want!
It would be a very interesting project.

I can create a page, where it is easy for visitors to enlarge and navigate the image, creating reference points where more details can be obtained about that aspect of the painting.

I'll be able to deal with that soon. If you want me to move forward with the idea.

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Quote from: joker_josue on November 14, 2024, 02:48:40 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 14, 2024, 02:07:47 AM

Maybe someone could take this design and make something proper with it, I'm just a artist, not a font designer.

If you were interested in that, we could explore that idea.
I had to start by drawing all the letters of the alphabet, as well as numbers and symbols. It was almost like looking at your PC keyboard and drawing all the "keys".

I would hope someone else could do the job actually, as I'm sure someone would do a better and quicker job at it.

I'm also pretty busy on multiple fronts and I rather wouldn't open another right now for my health's sake haha

Quote from: buwaytress on November 14, 2024, 10:06:14 AM

Quote from: 1Dq on November 13, 2024, 11:27:35 AM

Do you think it would be possible to use this version that joker_josue uploaded:

And make a layer with explanations on top of it somehow?

I imagine it's possible. I know joker_josue is fixing the hosting issues but he'll be able to answer if we can upload and even bigger (zoomable anyway) I guess SVG/PNG version so we don't lose pixels. I could also help out with the writeup of the details if you guys need that.

I think some people see cryptic art or details as part of the fun but there are guys like me who also prefer to not put my eyes to work Wink

That sounds good - I can send all descriptions with locations and everything to somebody who can structure it properly.

I'd love to see this be done now that I imagine it, it could be interesting to members for a long time.

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Quote from: 1Dq on November 13, 2024, 11:27:35 AM

Do you think it would be possible to use this version that joker_josue uploaded:

And make a layer with explanations on top of it somehow?

I imagine it's possible. I know joker_josue is fixing the hosting issues but he'll be able to answer if we can upload and even bigger (zoomable anyway) I guess SVG/PNG version so we don't lose pixels. I could also help out with the writeup of the details if you guys need that.

I think some people see cryptic art or details as part of the fun but there are guys like me who also prefer to not put my eyes to work Wink

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Quote from: 1Dq on November 14, 2024, 02:07:47 AM

Maybe someone could take this design and make something proper with it, I'm just a artist, not a font designer.

If you were interested in that, we could explore that idea.
I had to start by drawing all the letters of the alphabet, as well as numbers and symbols. It was almost like looking at your PC keyboard and drawing all the "keys".

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Quote from: notblox1 on November 13, 2024, 02:37:46 PM

Amazing work of art for 15th forum anniversary!
I like that you mentioned our Sportsbet competition and BSFL logos, I made many of them in last few seasons.
1Dq do I see correctly or you created special typeface font just for this purpose? I love it

Thank you!

I did design a typeface for this purpose.
There was one similar used for a previous painting this year, but that one was a bit improvised.

Maybe someone could take this design and make something proper with it, I'm just a artist, not a font designer.

Cheers.

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Quote from: 1Dq on November 12, 2024, 03:53:44 PM

Here's a fun comparison of digital sketch and canvas in one quick gif:

The one I got to see was the Bitcoin logo, I really like the look of this drawing. I love this great design work that has captured my mind, but the most reflected is the bright color that I think every person will be bound to love.
One of the best and favorite scenes of this season that floats like Bitcoin before my eyes.

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Amazing work of art for 15th forum anniversary!
I like that you mentioned our Sportsbet competition and BSFL logos, I made many of them in last few seasons.
1Dq do I see correctly or you created special typeface font just for this purpose? I love it

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Quote from: buwaytress on November 13, 2024, 08:31:43 AM

Very cool representation of digital v canvas. I initially much preferred the canvas version but something about the brighter colours that make some of the details pop out (not superior, just different to the physical version that almost forces you to explore the details) grows on you.

I would, with the eventual buyer's consent (of course someone will buy it!) of course, create an accompanying online version, fully zoomable, with all details explained, cryptic or obvious.

Great work, once more. This forum is well and truly alive.

Good idea.

Do you think it would be possible to use this version that joker_josue uploaded:

https://www.talkimg.com/extra/BitcoinForumMetaverse_BIGJPG.jpg

And make a layer with explanations on top of it somehow?

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Very cool representation of digital v canvas. I initially much preferred the canvas version but something about the brighter colours that make some of the details pop out (not superior, just different to the physical version that almost forces you to explore the details) grows on you.

I would, with the eventual buyer's consent (of course someone will buy it!) of course, create an accompanying online version, fully zoomable, with all details explained, cryptic or obvious.

Great work, once more. This forum is well and truly alive.

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HAPPY 15TH ANNIVERSARY BITCOINTALK!🥰
Really great painting it deserves appreciation.

Hard work is the key to success. Hard work leads to success, as evidenced by your work. Your work is really charming, I am fascinated by your painting. I want your painting to be highly rated. I am glad to participate here, Love to you from me @1Dq.

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I'm using a shitty keyboard that won't let me type an exclamation point, else I would probably use a dozen of them in praising your artwork. The final print looks freaking amazing, and I'm sorely tempted to buy one of the limited edition prints--I'll have to give that some thought.

Just wanted to give you props for the incredible job you did, not only with the artwork itself but the detail and all of the thought you must have put into it. I especially like how the various sections of the forum are shown, and the swarm of newcomers.....and much, much more. Great job, 1Dq.

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Here's a fun comparison of digital sketch and canvas in one quick gif:

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Am really satisfied with the work and i would like to say congratulations and also to those member who contributed in one way or the other to the success of this project and i would gladly recommend it to all lovers of bitcoin

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This is a great job @1Dq, congratulations to you.

I do not have a background in art analysis, but everything here looks beautiful. Your explanations of the artwork gave me a clear understanding of this amazing job. You deserve all your flowers for this beautiful job.

Bitcointalk forum has really come a long way, I am proud to be part of this amazing family.

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If ever there were some form of art that reflected opinions of those most recognised, and events most recognised, entities most contributing, on the forum, it'll be this one. Abso brilliant. I've stopped collecting items like these for myself, but happy to keep buying them as gifts to others, so popped in my order.

Get the rest you deserve, OP!

P.S. Had forgot about this WIP (now completed). I should pay more attention to the News Wink

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Thank you for your kind word, everyone!

This has been an amazing experience and I hope to be part of another in the future.

...

In case you missed it in the above post - you can get your own print of the artwork right here:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/--5517579

Cheers.

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The Bitcointalk forum on canvas 🖌🖼, I like the work done over the years 👌

And looking upclose at the forum metaverse you have to appreciate the details in the arkwork and and all small touches done here...

320 hours of work is no joke, Excellent work 1Dq Cool

should have this printed and framed somewhere( 2024 Acrylics and Digital version ⭐️)

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Quote from: slaman29 on November 12, 2024, 02:59:14 AM

Is there a huge max res picture somewhere where we can zoom in and see every detail? Love it!

Yep, it's linked right there in the post https://www.talkimg.com/extra/BitcoinForumMetaverse_BIGJPG.jpg

Amazing piece, great job!

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I'm never one to know much about art but this one is something I can have an opinion on, I love it. I'm still trying to see everything and understand without reading the context first so I will spend the time looking. Is there a huge max res picture somewhere where we can zoom in and see every detail? Love it!

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Excellent work 1Dq, excellent work.

If not for you having to show the process, I almost thought that was some digital art on display but nope, you did that on hand, paint drawn on canvas and it looks this good, mehn your talented. This has got to add to some place real significant, maybe as some of the collectibles on the forum you know.

This makes me to ask,
Do we have something of this nature to commensurate every anniversary?

I see this to be some master piece, well done.

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This is phenomenal, 1Dq!

I remember commenting on one of your threads where you asked a few questions and I was very happy and pumped up to be a part of it. Today when I see the final version of the artwork, I'm lost of words for your talent and creativity.

You did a great job, buddy. Congratulations to you.

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That sportsbet.io logo really stands out.
Apart from that, I noticed some other logos, like ChipMixer and another bitcoin mixer, though I can't recall the name (something whirl in name I guess). I think the MetaMask logo is there too, if I'm not mistaken.
Anyway this is so beautiful. Congrats!

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Congratulations 1Dq once again.

As soon as I have some time and calm, I promise to analyze the painting, just like I did with the digital work.
You know I'm no critic or expert. But, I think it will be cool. Wink

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This painting is awsome, thankyou for doing this!

edit: the more I look at this the cooler and more awesome it gets.

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wow! clap clap clap

the amount of details included about the forum is crazy, this one by far is the best piece of art you have created and that i have seen here.
thank you for providing the high res version so everyone can appreciate it, i'll be using it as a wallpaper.

happy 15th anniversary bitcointalk!

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This looks freaking epic. Am a fan of Cyberpunk 2077 and this artwork gives me similar vibes where Bitcoin is the government itself and the masses are basically represented by Bitcointalk.

The night time blue variant is my favourite one among them. Looking forward to your future projects op. Also, Bitcointalk rules!

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This is the presentation of the artwork BITCOIN FORUM METAVERSE created in 2024 by the community and for the community of this great board.

>> curated by 1Dq <<

Dear member of this amazing place - The Bitcoin Forum!

I'm 1Dq, this forum’s dedicated Bitcoin artist that previously made these:
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/list-of-original-artworks-by-1dq-5216743

Besides creating quality Bitcoin-related art I also like working with different kinds of people.
In 2019 I started the first BTCtalk’s collective project in which we put our minds and efforts together and (continuing in 2024) created Bitcollector.
It was all about gathering Bitcoin physical artifacts and artworks and about the person collecting them.
The project showed us that we can cooperate well and have fun discussions that produce a quality product.

That was my fuel to start the next, bigger and more ambitious project.
I remembered that this year was the 15th anniversary of BTCtalk and that instantly sparked the idea.

In the previous (Bitcollector) thread in Collectibles board, I proposed to lead the next project and invited everybody to join.
It was about taking my digital artwork that I created for BTCtalk’s 10th anniversary artwork competition and rebuild it into a masterpiece!
I used this words I still stand by:

This board has not gotten enough credit for all it has contributed, developed, researched, educated and otherwise done for everybody it connects.
I propose to make a visual representation of everything it means to us in the form of a big, detailed painting.
It will serve as a monument in this time and can help people identify, glorify, connect and celebrate this place we are all co-creating every day.
This artwork can be used for any of BTCtalk’s 15th Anniversary events!

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I originally envisioned the Bitcoin forum as a futuristic world that is under permanent construction.
In the background is the huge tower that stretches towards the skies and has a big BTC on its side.
Below it are the (robot) inhabitants, doing their forumy things, from discussing, trading, educating, developing, collecting…
And in the bottom right was the chief Theymos, overlooking things.

This was the the original artwork:

10 Years of Constructing the Future, 2019, Photoshop, max res 3000x4000pix

I proposed to take on this project and divided its realization into 5 phases:

PHASE 1 (July, August): Brainstorming all kinds of different ideas, from conceptual, to details, promotion, title, style...

PHASE 2 (late July, August): I start visualizing our rough concept through one or more digital sketches.
We evaluate these together until we come to a consensus for how we'd like the finished artwork to appear.

PHASE 3 (September, October): I work on the actual artwork, updating you regularly. We promote the project to all interested, especially on Btctalk.
Changes might still be made to final artwork.

PHASE 4 (October, November): The finished artwork and prints are put on sale/auctions/raffles and/or other means of distribution for compensation.

PHASE 5 (November, December): Final act of the project when we evaluate it and debate developing future projects.

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I offered to create a acrylic painting on canvas from which prints would be created.
Besides that a free downloadable high-resolution scan would also be made available and now it is below!

Brainstorming immediately took off for me and 44 other members.

A lot of suggestions were discussed, combined and incorporated into our living concept.
My job was to first curate the discussion and then visualize what we have brainstormed.

I proposed everybody ask themselves questions such as:

What got me on this board and why I stayed here?
What do I love most about it?
What have I learned here?
How do I visualize my existence here?
What does this forum remind me of?
What are the most meaningful facts about BTCtalk?
Is there anything I don’t like here and what is it?
What question do I want to ask everybody here?

Anyone was welcome to join simply by contributing something useful in one of two threads (one in "Meta" and one in "Collectibles" or privately via DM.

I granted merit to any useful comments which was also the most important measurement for including the most deserved members in the artwork code as the final step of painting.

Users diligently invited their mates to the project in several Local boards and updated its development.
Theymos also put a link in the news, which boosted its popularity substantially.

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I immediately began a new digital artwork as sketch for the upcoming canvas and updated it regularly.

Final version of the digital sketch of the Bitcoin Forum Metaverse:

A lot of details were openly discussed and polished to get to this point, but we got there.

It all went according to plan and I soon after began painting on canvas.

The process of painting took another seven weeks to complete.

I posted the scanned version of the final painting on October 30th.

I calculated I spent around 320 hours on the project, from writing posts, sketching, painting, scanning and all other minor tasks.

It was ambitious, big, sometimes tough and I'm very proud of the result!

And I'm also very grateful to everybody that contributed to the project in any way - THANK YOU ALL!

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Finally, here's the finished artwork:

»Bitcoin Forum Metaverse«, 2024, Acrylics on Canvas, 60x80cm/22,6″x31,4″

Slightly tilted canvas

The mass of activity and flavor in the center

Bottom left with the Collectibles board, trash pile and incoming newbies

Bottom right with Satoshi, Sirius and Theymos in charge and some newbie members trying to peek in on them

+ A work in progress collage

Here's a short summary to help explore the artwork:

The color scheme rougly uses this logic:
Blue = Wisdom, Green = Positive/Trust, Red = Negative/Alert, Orange = Bitcoin symbol

Starting in the bottom right you see Satoshi, Sirius and Theymos overlooking the place.
Their color is blue, which represents wisdom and flows from them to other parts of the metaverse.

Above them is the slightly scrambled list of most deserved board members and above that unique codes connecting this artwork to previous and following ones.
The main code in utmost top right consists of project number, abbreviated names of 21 most deserved members of the project, date, BTC block number and icons of this and the previous artwork.

In the middle there is the general mix of everything from incoming newbies, spammers, contests, charity auctions, red flag fights, service promotion and more.

Above the crowd is the towering shape of the BTC and "15 YEARS", with its mining/halving column on the right and the much appreciated Local boards on the left.

Left of the center is the Collectibles corner, represented by [M]inerjones, [C]ygan, [K]rogothmanhattan and [Cyrus] on their right overlooking things.

On the far left, furthest from the blue is the red area, with scammer and other trash on the bottom being disposed of and further up shady characters doing shady business.

You can also find the Wall observer, Foxpup cycling, hints of BSFL logos, BPIP visual design, various physical coin manufacturers, "shitcoins", visualized merit transaction and many hidden details...

On the bottom you can see newbies arriving via warp-zones from various channels, like Reddit, recommendations, X and some trying to sneak back in from being banned.

Enjoy exploring the artwork and finding some details I left out!

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HOW TO GET A COPY OF THE ARTWORK AND SUPPORT THE ARTIST?

There are several ways of owning a copy of Bitcoin Forum Metaverse.

1.) You can simply download the promised high-res version here:

https://www.talkimg.com/extra/BitcoinForumMetaverse_BIGJPG.jpg

2.) You can buy a limited edition hand-numbered print here:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/--5517579

3.) You can bid on the original canvas like a BTCoss:

https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/auction-ended-original-acrylic-painting-on-canvas-bitcoin-forum-metaverse-5517684

4.) Or you can donate any number of your sats to my address:

1Dqt8AsKaRdaWNqruPmUkqseqLm9YXZaP

In any case - thank you for your generous support!

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I guess this is it then and I need a vacation. Grin

As always, I welcome your comments and suggestions below.
With this, we also officially start Phase #5 of the project, which is evaluation and imagining possible projects in the near and far future.

HAPPY 15TH ANNIVERSARY BITCOIN FORUM!

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