

Bringing Photography From The Real World to the Digital World | GVAE w/ Justin Aversano
Mar 3, 2022
In this engaging talk, Justin Aversano, an innovative artist and CEO of Quantum Art, shares his journey as a pioneer in NFT photography. He dives into the transformative impact of art in the digital realm and discusses the importance of community in shaping the NFT landscape. Justin also reflects on his artistic process, particularly the Twin Flames portrait series, which intertwines themes of healing and memory. The conversation critiques consumerism in the NFT space, advocating for meaningful collection over mere profit.
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Photography Journey
- Justin Aversano's photography journey began with a Polaroid camera and a portrait of his mother during her cancer treatment.
- This pivotal moment ignited his passion, leading him to study photography and philosophy at SVA.
Save Art Space Origins
- Witnessing advertisements covering murals in Bushwick inspired Aversano to co-found Save Art Space, a non-profit promoting public art.
- The organization installs art on billboards globally, advocating for community over consumerism.
Community vs. Consumerism
- Gary Vee questions if community and consumerism can coexist, while Justin believes Web3 and NFTs represent this potential harmony.
- Justin contrasts mindless consumption in Web2 with thoughtful collecting in Web3.