Art Blocks Explorations

**Prohibition**, the platform that democratized art on Arbitrum, is highlighting its origins with the **Pro11** - the first 11 projects that launched on the platform. The platform has grown significantly since its inception: - Now features over **300 artists** in its collection - All works are discoverable through the **Art Blocks** partner page - Continues to expand the generative art ecosystem on Arbitrum The Pro11 projects represent the trailblazers who helped establish Prohibition as a key player in bringing accessible, on-chain generative art to the Arbitrum network. [View the full Prohibition collection on Art Blocks](https://www.artblocks.io/partners/prohibition)

**William Mapan's solo exhibition, *Paysages Plausibles*, debuts at Art Basel June 16-21, 2026.** The show features algorithmic art exploring overlapping shapes, textures, and digital layers to create imaginary landscapes using natural-world pigments. **Exhibition highlights:** - Hand-painted oil works - Plotter drawings - Live generator at booth Zero 10 - Selected outputs can be purchased and plotted on-site Mapan spent nine months developing the algorithm, working between sketchpad and computer to create works in both digital and physical formats.

**Rain Blooms** by Kazuhiro Tanimoto launches today on Art Blocks Studio, following its physical debut at Tokyo's neort_io gallery. The project explores **cellular automaton** systems, where pixels behave as living cells that interact, merge, and react with neighbors. This creates unpredictable visual and audio sequences from simple computational rules. **Key Details:** - 128 digital works releasing on Art Blocks Studio - Uses data as a metaphor for life and evolution - Follows Tanimoto's 2023 project *Memories of Digital Data* - Features audiovisual elements generated through algorithmic interactions The neort_io gallery curator discusses how complex phenomena emerge from basic data rules in a [video about the installation](https://artblocks.io). Tanimoto's approach contrasts with his previous work on deterioration and loss, instead focusing on generative growth through computational systems where individual elements create emergent complexity.

**Art Blocks 500 artist Kazuhiro Tanimoto is launching Rain Blooms with a dual debut.** The generative art project will premiere at the neort_io gallery in Tokyo on May 15, followed by a release on Art Blocks Studio. Tanimoto, known for his work in the Art Blocks 500 collection, is bringing his latest creation to both physical and digital spaces. **Key Details:** - Physical exhibition at neort_io gallery in Tokyo - Launch date: May 15 - Digital release coming to Art Blocks Studio - Created by Art Blocks 500 artist Kazuhiro Tanimoto The project represents another step in bridging traditional gallery exhibitions with on-chain generative art platforms.

**Casey REAS**, the Art Blocks 500 artist, is releasing a new generative art project called **EX NIHILO** on March 10 at 4:00pm UTC (9:00am Los Angeles time). The project is a collaboration between **Art Blocks** and **Feral File**, marking a notable partnership between two major platforms in the generative art space. - Launch date: March 10, 2026 - Time: 4:00pm UTC / 9:00am Los Angeles - Artist: Casey REAS - Partners: Art Blocks and Feral File REAS is known for his work in computational art and is one of the featured artists in Art Blocks' milestone 500 collection.

Art Blocks 500 artist **Casey Reas** is launching a new generative art project called **EX NIHILO** on March 10th, in partnership with **Feral File**. Art historian Zsofi Valyi-Nagy has written an in-depth article exploring the project, available on the Feral File Substack. - The project represents a collaboration between the renowned generative artist and the digital art platform - Details about the work's concept and execution are available in the featured article [Read the full article on Feral File Substack](https://feralfile.substack.com/p/casey-reas-ex-nihilo)

**LOGORIA**, a new generative art collection by artists Srđan Šarović and Una Popović, will release on [Art Blocks Studio](https://www.artblocks.io/collection/logoria-by-srdjan-sarovic-una-popovic) on **March 27 at midnight CEST (6pm EST)**. The collection explores the concept of harmony within constant change, asking: *"How can a world of shifting shapes and colors remain in perfect harmony, no matter how it changes?"* Each piece in the collection will be algorithmically generated upon purchase, creating unique outputs stored on the Ethereum blockchain. The works feature dynamic compositions of shapes and colors that maintain balance despite their transformative nature.

**XCOPY releases new collection exclusively for Art Blocks holders** Renowned digital artist XCOPY has launched "Bubbles," a new art release available exclusively to collectors who have previously purchased art on Art Blocks. **Key details:** - Release is live on Shape L2 network - Eligibility limited to existing Art Blocks collectors - Represents exclusive access for established community members This drop continues XCOPY's tradition of creating exclusive releases for specific collector communities, rewarding long-term supporters of generative art platforms. **Ready to mint?** Check your Art Blocks collection history to confirm eligibility.

**Larva Labs' Quine collection** is now showcased at Art Basel Miami Beach in a major installation at Booth Z2. The display features **all 497 pieces** from the generative art series, representing the complete breadth of the collection in physical form. - Located on the main floor at Booth Z2 - Transforms digital code into material art experience - Available for pre-sale and on-site inquiries This marks a significant moment for **programmable art** as it bridges the gap between blockchain-based generative content and traditional art exhibition spaces. For inquiries: Quine@artblocks.io

**Art Blocks' "Drawings for a Monument" by Jeff Davis has officially sold out.** The generative art project was part of Art Blocks' **Full Circle exhibition** - one of the final three Art Blocks 500 drops. The collection featured an homage to color across Art Blocks' Curated collection. The mint opened December 1st and progressed through multiple phases: - Initial launch for eligible collectors - Phase 2 for Art Collectors - Complete sellout by December 3rd Collectors who participated in this **special Full Circle moment** can now view their minted pieces. The project represents a significant milestone as Art Blocks approaches its 500th curated drop. *Check your collection to see what unique generative artwork you received.*