Behind The Screen with Gramajo Daring to Dream: A Woman's Journey to NFT Stardom and Beyond with Rezva
Episode 3: Gramajo (@0xGramajo) is joined by Rezva (@rezvaexe). In the rich tapestry of names and identities, one stands out with simplicity and intrigue: Rezva. Born Katya in the vibrant landscapes of Ukraine, Rezva is a moniker gifted to her in the schoolyards of her childhood, an endearing nickname that blossomed from a spontaneous moment into an artist's signature. With its roots tracing back to her tender years at the age of seven, the name carries no significant meaning in Ukrainian, just an assembly of "funny letters" that resonated with her spirit. Unbeknownst to her playful peers, they had inadvertently christened her future artistic persona.
Rezva flourished as an ever-present undercurrent in her life, always pointing towards creativity and self-expression. As an artist, she delved into myriad forms of creation from a young age, molding her surroundings into canvases and her experiences into colors. Art became the one constant in a life otherwise characterized by eclectic labels and roles. When not immersed in her artistic endeavors, she dedicated herself to a full-time job in a field distinct from her passion, underscoring the duality of her life — one anchored in practicalities, the other in the boundlessness of art.
In essence, Rezva symbolizes the intersection of an ordinary life and extraordinary imagination, where the mundane becomes muse and the everyday fades into the backdrop of an artist's evolving story.
Date Recorded: April 10, 2023
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00:00 Alias Rezva: Ukrainian artist with diverse talents.
05:48 Reflecting on early NFT involvement, growth, persistence.
15:28 Digital art allows multiple gallery showcases simultaneously.
19:09 Success in animation comes from short, diverse content.
23:52 Creativity thrives within social media constraints.
28:46 Creativity stems from analyzing and experimenting visually.
32:15 Creating surreal scenes through digital collages and animation.
37:42 Struggling with Dolly, exploring AI copilot.
43:31 Struggle to keep up with social media.
49:30 Balancing family and art may limit dedication.
56:20 Poor curation neglects women artists, requires improvement.
59:48 Considering Tezos for creating significant art collection.
01:06:14 Future AI FX Ash experiment with potential minting.
01:12:22 Attachment to artwork brings joy and support.
01:17:07 Legitimate complaints about timing of Defi projects.
01:22:26 Anticipation for New York and NFT meetups.
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