Let\u2019s face it: The NFT space moves really fast. Considering how quickly things can change in the metaverse, a week in NFTs might as well be a month IRL.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t get us wrong \u2014 the more people onboarded into the space, the merrier. But because of the constant influx of great art and ideas, it\u2019s becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the news, launches, and general happenings.<\/p>\n
Well, you can put the days of endless Twitter and Discord scrolling behind you, as we pull together a weekly list of upcoming NFT drops you definitely don\u2019t want to miss. Here\u2019s what to look out for this week.<\/p>\n
The Holoverse Presents: Vincent van Gogh\u2019s Sunflowers Hologram<\/h2>\n\nVincent Van Gogh\u2019s Sunflowers. Credit: Holoverse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWho: <\/strong>The Holoverse<\/a><\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>A holographic 1\/1 NFT of Van Gogh\u2019s Sunflowers<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>January 17 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\nWhere: <\/strong>MakersPlace<\/a><\/p>\nWhy: <\/strong>After adding Da Vinci\u2019s La Bella Principessa to the growing library of classics available for purchase in NFT form, Holoverse is now bringing Vincent Van Gogh\u2019s iconic Sunflowers into the metaverse via a high-resolution holographic scan of the late artist\u2019s masterpiece.<\/p>\nGM: Daybreak Around The World<\/h2>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nftnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cerro-torre-sunset-1200x1802.jpeg\")
Cerro Torre at Sunrise. Credit: Jimmy Chin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWho: <\/strong>Cath Simard<\/a>, Justin Aversano<\/a>, Jimmy Chin<\/a>, and more<\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>16 photography NFTs with 118 editions each<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>Late morning January 17<\/p>\nWhere: <\/strong>snowcrash<\/a><\/p>\nWhy: <\/strong>National Geographic is launching its first foray into NFTs with a curated collection of photography NFTs from some of the leading artists in the space. As implied by the collection\u2019s title, each photo included will depict the many faces of daybreak that can be found throughout the vast corners of the world \u2014 captured by some of the NFT space\u2019s best photographers.<\/p>\nSoulscapes<\/h2>\n
Who: <\/strong>Clem\u00e9nt Morin<\/a><\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>One 15-edition NFT, one open-edition NFT<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>January 17 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\nWhere: <\/strong>Nifty Gateway<\/a><\/p>\nWhy: <\/strong>In his return to Nifty Gateway, Clem\u00e9nt Morin is bringing forth a collection of works that aim to visually explore the power of self-discovery through scenes of a character looking off into a series of vast, pastel-colored landscapes. Any collectors that are able to secure both pieces in the drop will also receive a third NFT as a reward.<\/p>\nThe Signature Series \u2013 Volume 2<\/h2>\n
Who: <\/strong>Marco Santini<\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>One-of-one NFTs inspired by some of the masters of modern art<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>January 20 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/a><\/p>\nWhere: <\/strong>MakersPlace<\/a><\/p>\nWhy: <\/strong>New York-based artist Marco Santini is offering collectors a chance to take part in the legacies of some of modern art\u2019s most beloved artists through the next installment of his Signature Series. NFTs included in each installment of the collection will feature digital \u201creimaginings\u201d of each artist\u2019s art books, done in a distinct animated collage style. The featured artists for this second drop include Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Georgia O\u2019Keefe, Pablo Picasso, and more.<\/p>\nThe Harvest<\/h2>\n
Who: <\/strong>Per Kristian Stoveland<\/a><\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>400 generative NFTs<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>January 18 @ 1:00 p.m. ET<\/p>\nWhere: <\/strong>Art Blocks<\/a><\/p>\nWhy: <\/strong>The generative artist invites collectors across the NFT space to bear witness to The Caretaker\u2019s awakening \u2014 given form through a series of generative art pieces reminiscent of what appear to be \u201calien landscapes.\u201d Twenty-five percent of proceeds generated from sales of The Harvest NFTs will fund the Kwa Mutisya Primary School water project in Kenya, which aims to provide this community with clean drinking water.<\/p>\nYuga Labs\u2019 Sewer Pass<\/h2>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nftnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/yuga-labs-sewer-pass-1200x675.jpg\")
A computer-rendered animation from Yuga Labs. Source: Yuga Labs<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWho:<\/strong> Yuga Labs<\/a><\/p>\nWhat:<\/strong> A skill-based minting & gaming experience<\/p>\nWhen:<\/strong> January 17 mint, with the game going live on January 19<\/p>\nWhere:<\/strong> \u00a0https:\/\/mdvmm.xyz<\/a><\/p>\nWhy:<\/strong> What if skill factored in to your minting experience for an NFT? That\u2019s exactly what Yuga Labs hopes to explore with Dookey Dash, its latest mint for members of the Bored Ape Yacht Club. MAYC and BAYC NFT holders will be able to freely claim Sewer Passes. These are NFT access passes that let you partake in the event with unlimited attempts. Should players achieve a score greater than 0, their Sewer Passes are set to evolve \u201cinto something new\u201d come February 15.<\/p>\nICONIC MODELS OF THE PAST<\/h2>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nftnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ArnoldSchwarzenegger-min_30-1200x790.jpg\")
Classic Arnie. Credit: Jean-Claude Deutsch\/Focus Bloc<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWho: <\/strong>Focus Bloc<\/a>, Jean-Claude Deutsch<\/a><\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>120 exclusive photo NFTs of the late 20th century\u2019s biggest stars<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>January 19 @ 1:00 p.m. ET<\/p>\nWhere: <\/strong>Focus Bloc<\/a><\/p>\nWhy: <\/strong>Vintage photography NFT platform Focus Bloc\u2019s first NFT collection is set to drop later this week, and it\u2019s shaping up to embody the sheer staying power of a well-taken photo of a quality subject. As such, the drop will consist of 120 exclusive photos of some of the biggest stars of the late 20th century, all taken by French photographer Jean-Claude Deutsch. Each photo NFT minted will also grant owners the opportunity to claim a Focus Bloc Pass, which is set to grant holders perks ranging from whitelist priority and a 25 percent mint discount on the vintage photography NFT platform.<\/p>\nThe Signature Series \u2013 Volume 2<\/h2>\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nftnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Pablo-Picasso-Plexi-Box-Final_911071-1200x792.jpg\")
An art book inspired by the legacy of Pablo Picasso. Credit: Marco Santini<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWho: <\/strong>Marco Santini<\/p>\nWhat: <\/strong>One-of-one NFTs inspired by some of the masters of modern art<\/p>\nWhen: <\/strong>January 20 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/a><\/p>\n
Who: <\/strong>The Holoverse<\/a><\/p>\n What: <\/strong>A holographic 1\/1 NFT of Van Gogh\u2019s Sunflowers<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>January 17 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>MakersPlace<\/a><\/p>\n Why: <\/strong>After adding Da Vinci\u2019s La Bella Principessa to the growing library of classics available for purchase in NFT form, Holoverse is now bringing Vincent Van Gogh\u2019s iconic Sunflowers into the metaverse via a high-resolution holographic scan of the late artist\u2019s masterpiece.<\/p>\n Who: <\/strong>Cath Simard<\/a>, Justin Aversano<\/a>, Jimmy Chin<\/a>, and more<\/p>\n What: <\/strong>16 photography NFTs with 118 editions each<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>Late morning January 17<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>snowcrash<\/a><\/p>\n Why: <\/strong>National Geographic is launching its first foray into NFTs with a curated collection of photography NFTs from some of the leading artists in the space. As implied by the collection\u2019s title, each photo included will depict the many faces of daybreak that can be found throughout the vast corners of the world \u2014 captured by some of the NFT space\u2019s best photographers.<\/p>\n Who: <\/strong>Clem\u00e9nt Morin<\/a><\/p>\n What: <\/strong>One 15-edition NFT, one open-edition NFT<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>January 17 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Nifty Gateway<\/a><\/p>\n Why: <\/strong>In his return to Nifty Gateway, Clem\u00e9nt Morin is bringing forth a collection of works that aim to visually explore the power of self-discovery through scenes of a character looking off into a series of vast, pastel-colored landscapes. Any collectors that are able to secure both pieces in the drop will also receive a third NFT as a reward.<\/p>\n Who: <\/strong>Marco Santini<\/p>\n What: <\/strong>One-of-one NFTs inspired by some of the masters of modern art<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>January 20 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/a><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>MakersPlace<\/a><\/p>\n Why: <\/strong>New York-based artist Marco Santini is offering collectors a chance to take part in the legacies of some of modern art\u2019s most beloved artists through the next installment of his Signature Series. NFTs included in each installment of the collection will feature digital \u201creimaginings\u201d of each artist\u2019s art books, done in a distinct animated collage style. The featured artists for this second drop include Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Georgia O\u2019Keefe, Pablo Picasso, and more.<\/p>\n Who: <\/strong>Per Kristian Stoveland<\/a><\/p>\n What: <\/strong>400 generative NFTs<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>January 18 @ 1:00 p.m. ET<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Art Blocks<\/a><\/p>\n Why: <\/strong>The generative artist invites collectors across the NFT space to bear witness to The Caretaker\u2019s awakening \u2014 given form through a series of generative art pieces reminiscent of what appear to be \u201calien landscapes.\u201d Twenty-five percent of proceeds generated from sales of The Harvest NFTs will fund the Kwa Mutisya Primary School water project in Kenya, which aims to provide this community with clean drinking water.<\/p>\n Who:<\/strong> Yuga Labs<\/a><\/p>\n What:<\/strong> A skill-based minting & gaming experience<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> January 17 mint, with the game going live on January 19<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> \u00a0https:\/\/mdvmm.xyz<\/a><\/p>\n Why:<\/strong> What if skill factored in to your minting experience for an NFT? That\u2019s exactly what Yuga Labs hopes to explore with Dookey Dash, its latest mint for members of the Bored Ape Yacht Club. MAYC and BAYC NFT holders will be able to freely claim Sewer Passes. These are NFT access passes that let you partake in the event with unlimited attempts. Should players achieve a score greater than 0, their Sewer Passes are set to evolve \u201cinto something new\u201d come February 15.<\/p>\n Who: <\/strong>Focus Bloc<\/a>, Jean-Claude Deutsch<\/a><\/p>\n What: <\/strong>120 exclusive photo NFTs of the late 20th century\u2019s biggest stars<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>January 19 @ 1:00 p.m. ET<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Focus Bloc<\/a><\/p>\n Why: <\/strong>Vintage photography NFT platform Focus Bloc\u2019s first NFT collection is set to drop later this week, and it\u2019s shaping up to embody the sheer staying power of a well-taken photo of a quality subject. As such, the drop will consist of 120 exclusive photos of some of the biggest stars of the late 20th century, all taken by French photographer Jean-Claude Deutsch. Each photo NFT minted will also grant owners the opportunity to claim a Focus Bloc Pass, which is set to grant holders perks ranging from whitelist priority and a 25 percent mint discount on the vintage photography NFT platform.<\/p>\n Who: <\/strong>Marco Santini<\/p>\n What: <\/strong>One-of-one NFTs inspired by some of the masters of modern art<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>January 20 @ 6:30 p.m. ET<\/a><\/p>\nGM: Daybreak Around The World<\/h2>\n
Soulscapes<\/h2>\n
The Signature Series \u2013 Volume 2<\/h2>\n
The Harvest<\/h2>\n
Yuga Labs\u2019 Sewer Pass<\/h2>\n
ICONIC MODELS OF THE PAST<\/h2>\n
The Signature Series \u2013 Volume 2<\/h2>\n