Verse Talks Roundtable with Motzko & Lonliboy: the aesthetic experience of scrolling
Oct 28, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of art and community in the digital age. Motzko shares experiences from Marfa, highlighting connections made and its vibrant art scene. The hosts unravel the intricacies of social media dynamics, including the fallout from a controversial clip. Explore the concept of curating a personal online gallery and the aesthetic journey of scrolling. Discussions touch on NFT engagement in Silicon Valley, the rise of unique art cultures across different chains, and the exciting future of digital art with artists like Rafaël and Lorna.
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Online Persona Becomes Real-Life Reputation
- Motzko describes his Graylers Discord persona as a mix of serious critique and shitposting that people recognize at events like Marfa.
- He shares that many attendees told him he 'has opinions', illustrating how online reputations follow into real life.
Community Trumps Single Exhibitions
- Motzko says the consistent highlight of Marfa is the community and meeting artists in person.
- He values putting faces to pseudonyms and the thoughtful programming Glitch curates each year.
Clips Amplify Soundbites Over Nuance
- A single provocative clip (Raul's line) can explode on social media and dominate discourse far beyond context.
- Ivan argues such spikes show people care and stimulate healthy debate even if the original nuance is lost.