TON of diamonds to showcase cutting-edge NFT artwork at New

by James · March 31, 2023

NEW YORK, NY, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TONS of diamonds, a pioneering force in the world of blockchain-based art, has partnered with four visionary digital artists to showcase their latest masterpieces as NFTs on the TON Blockchain. These ground-breaking works of art will take center stage at the highly anticipated Focus Art Fair in the heart of New York City from May 18-21. To heighten the excitement, the unique NFT pieces created by the artists will also be available for auction exclusively on the TON Diamonds platform.

The curatorial concept for the exhibition is “The Flow of Consciousness: Exploring the Intersection of Art, Technology, and Spirituality”, and it brings together four innovative artists, each exploring the intersection of these themes in their own unique way: Sarah McDaniel, Harry Yeff, Shane Fu and Ellen Sheidlin. Together, these four artists offer a rich tapestry of ideas that explore the essence of human consciousness. They provide a glimpse into the nature of being, and showcase the power of art to express complex emotions and ideas that transcend language and culture. The exhibition invites the public to reflect on the interaction between art, technology and spirituality and how they contribute to our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

TON Diamonds is a curated marketplace and auction house based on the TON Blockchain where world-renowned digital creators release their works of art in the form of NFTs. Leveraging cutting-edge blockchain technology, TON Diamonds seeks to bridge the gap between conventional art and the digital realm, empowering artists to flourish within the Web3 ecosystem. The platform offers a unique opportunity for collectors and art enthusiasts to acquire and invest in exclusive digital artworks created by some of the most talented creators from around the world.

NFTs and blockchain technology have been a game changer for artists and collectors alike. For artists, NFTs offer a way to monetize their work in new and innovative ways, while retaining ownership and control over their creations. Blockchain technology ensures that transactions are secure, transparent and tamper-proof, providing a level of trust and authenticity essential in the art world. For collectors, NFTs offer a unique opportunity to invest in unique, exclusive digital artworks that can appreciate over time.

TON Diamonds has revolutionized the art market by leveraging NFT and blockchain technology and providing a seamless and user-friendly experience for both buyers and sellers. The platform has been instrumental in democratizing the art industry and opening up new opportunities for traditional artists to expand their reach and monetize their creations in innovative ways. With a trading volume of 1,848,765 TON ($3,974,844.75 at the time of writing) in 2022, and a daily volume of 1,293 TON ($2,779.95 at the time of writing) in the last two weeks, TON Diamonds has established itself as a trusted and reliable platform for art enthusiasts and investors worldwide. Moreover, with over 160,000 unique visitors from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, USA, Germany, Kazakhstan and other countries in 2022, TON Diamonds has demonstrated its ability to connect artists with a diverse and global audience, fostering a vibrant and dynamic community of creatives and collectors in the process.

“The Flow of Consciousness” is a unique and thought-provoking exhibition that promises to be both beautiful and challenging. We invite you to immerse yourself in the works of these four talented artists and explore the rich and complex themes they offer. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to see the future of digital art!

Selected artists

Yonk (Sarah McDaniel)

Instagram (1.5 million followers):

TON of diamonds to showcase cutting-edge NFT artwork at New

Yonk, a rising multimedia artist and former model, will be one of four visionary digital artists showcasing their latest masterpieces as NFTs on the TON Blockchain. She is a designer and creator who works in 2D, stop motion and live action, married with CGI to tell abstract stories about the various subjects she explores in neuroscience, regenerative agriculture, dream states and general zeitgeist curiosities. Sarah gained worldwide attention for her multicolored eyes and appeared in music videos for artists such as Mark Ronson and G-Eazy, including Mark Ronson and Kevin Parker’s music videos for Summer Breaking and Daffodils. Sarah also served as the cover girl for Playboy magazine’s first non-nude issue, published in March 2016. As an aspiring artist, she expresses her insatiable curiosity through her art, exploring the intersection of art, technology and spirituality in her unique way.

Ellen Sheidlin

Instagram (4.3 million followers):

Ellen is a leading figure in the emerging art movement of survirtualism, which combines elements of realism, virtuality and dreamscapes to create a new form of expression. With a global following on Instagram, Ellen’s innovative work has been featured in exhibitions around the world. Ellen has also collaborated with a number of famous brands including Nike, Estee Lauder, Moncler, Bacardi, BMW, Instagram, Swatch, Schwarzkopf, L’Oreal, Coca-Cola, Pepsico, using her artistic vision to bring a unique perspective to their products and promotions.

Reeps100 (Harry Yeff) and Trung Bao

Instagram (125,000 followers):

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Harry Yeff, also known as Reeps100, is a globally renowned artist and voice technology expert with a focus on voice and technology-based expression. With 15 years of experience visualizing the human voice, Harry is known for his almost inhuman vocal range and performative installations, which have received over 100 million views online. His work explores the intersection of sonic and visual cultures, transforming vocal music into tangible, physical form through a variety of media, including sculpture, film and photography. Harry’s latest project, VOICE GEMS : 1000 YEAR ARCHIVE, is a generative system and voice archive created in collaboration with Trung Bao, collecting the earth’s most unique, remarkable and vulnerable voices for preservation through digital unique gems and physical sculptures. The project also explores how such artifacts can leverage digital preservation for the next 1,000 years and has collaborations with notable institutions such as The World Economic Forum, Koenig Gallery and the Berggruen Institute, expanding to synthetic AI voices and the voices of critically endangered species.