{"id":10656,"date":"2023-08-17T06:18:03","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T06:18:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nft.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/08\/17\/blocks-on-the-blockchain-with-nathan-sawaya-and-veve\/"},"modified":"2023-08-17T06:18:03","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T06:18:03","slug":"blocks-on-the-blockchain-with-nathan-sawaya-and-veve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nft.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/08\/17\/blocks-on-the-blockchain-with-nathan-sawaya-and-veve\/","title":{"rendered":"Blocks on the Blockchain with Nathan Sawaya and VeVe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Prepare for an exclusive digital collectibles extravaganza as three remarkable pieces from Nathan Sawaya\u2019s Transfiguration Series 1 are set to individually drop on <a href=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/a-guide-to-top-digital-collectible-nft-platform-veve\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VeVe<\/a>, marking a highly anticipated event scheduled for Saturday, August 19, at 8 AM PT.<\/p>\n<p>Leading this artistic journey is the talented Nathan Sawaya, an award-winning artist renowned for crafting awe-inspiring creations from the most unexpected sources. His globally acclaimed touring exhibitions, THE ART OF THE BRICK, are a testament to his ingenuity, featuring monumental sculptures meticulously constructed from toy building blocks, particularly LEGO\u00ae bricks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>TL;DR:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>VeVe releases three digital collectibles from Transfiguration Series 1. Each individually dropping on August 19 at 8 AM PT.<\/li>\n<li>Award-winning artist Nathan Sawaya, renowned for his LEGO\u00ae brick sculptures, collaborates with VeVe.<\/li>\n<li>The drop features Sawaya\u2019s iconic piece \u201cRed Reaching\u201d. This is an original sculpture made from 10,298 bricks, portraying themes of metamorphosis and transition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-124379 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53.png\" alt=\"three Nathan Sawaya art pieces as digital collectibles\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53.png 1920w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-300x169.png 300w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-1024x576.png 1024w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-768x432.png 768w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-100x56.png 100w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-150x84.png 150w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-450x253.png 450w,   https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Untitled-design-53-1200x675.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Nathan_Sawayas_Foray_Into_Digital_Collectibles\">Nathan Sawaya\u2019s Foray Into Digital Collectibles<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nathansawaya.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sawaya\u2019s journey from a New York City corporate lawyer to a groundbreaking artist<\/a> is nothing short of extraordinary. He stands as the pioneer who boldly introduced LEGO into the art world, authoring two best-selling books along the way. His exhibitions have not only broken attendance records but have also earned him numerous awards and honors. His distinctive approach to art melds Pop Art and Surrealism. This further showcases his masterful command over material, color, movement, light, and perspective.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that these unique digital collectibles are on VeVe under the license from Nathan Sawaya through ElmonX. Contrary to misconceptions, The LEGO Group is not directly associated with these VeVe products.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_To_Collect_Nathan_Sawaya_Art_On_Veve\">How To Collect Nathan Sawaya Art On Veve<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For enthusiasts looking to secure their spot, VeVe\u2019s Waitlist feature will open 30 minutes before the drop times. Successful reservations grant users 15 minutes to finalize their purchase; otherwise, the reserved collectible returns to the public pool, available for direct purchase from the VeVe Store. Additionally, VeVe will retain 90 editions from each rarity for licensor, promotional, team, and comp distribution.<\/p>\n<p>The centerpiece of this drop is \u201cRed Reaching,\u201d an original sculpture ingeniously crafted from a staggering 10,298 bricks. This sculpture portrays a figure\u2019s torso, arms triumphantly raised above the head. It is constructed from vibrant red toy bricks. The artwork encapsulates themes of metamorphosis and transition. It also leaves observers pondering whether the figure is emerging from or merging into the surrounding loose bricks. This masterpiece, which holds historical significance as Sawaya\u2019s first solo gallery show sale, releases on August 19, 2023, at 8 AM PT, with a list price of $50.00.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing together artistry, technology, and creativity, Nathan Sawaya\u2019s Transfiguration Series 1 drop also promises an immersive experience for collectors and enthusiasts alike. All while embracing the boundary-breaking spirit of contemporary art.<\/p>\n<p><iframe data-test-id=\"beehiiv-embed\" width=\"100%\" height=\"320\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"border-radius: 4px; border: 2px solid #e5e7eb; margin: 0; background-color: transparent;\" class=\"perfmatters-lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/embeds.beehiiv.com\/37fed65e-f01c-4c4c-b8f1-1b71da0be0a4\"><\/iframe><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/embeds.beehiiv.com\/37fed65e-f01c-4c4c-b8f1-1b71da0be0a4\" data-test-id=\"beehiiv-embed\" width=\"100%\" height=\"320\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"border-radius: 4px; border: 2px solid #e5e7eb; margin: 0; background-color: transparent;\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<div class=\"bottom-text__wrapper post-content\">\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p><em>All investment\/financial opinions expressed by NFTevening.com are not recommendations.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>This article is educational material.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>As always, make your own research prior to making any kind of investment.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/blocks-on-the-blockchain-with-nathan-sawaya-and-veve\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prepare for an exclusive digital collectibles extravaganza as three remarkable pieces from Nathan Sawaya\u2019s Transfiguration Series 1 are set to individually drop on VeVe, marking a highly anticipated event scheduled for Saturday, August 19, at 8 AM PT. 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