Art Blocks

Collector Giannis Sourdis (@Greekdx) shares his perspective on **Human Unreadable**, a generative art collection by Operator (@operator_______) in a new Art Blocks Journal article. **What drew him to the collection:** - The unique intersection of technology, generative systems, and dance - A combination unlike anything he had previously encountered - Compelling enough to collect multiple artworks from the series Human Unreadable is part of the AB500 collection on Art Blocks. [Read the full collector perspective](https://www.artblocks.io/articles/human-unreadable-a-collector-perspective)

Chromie Squiggles by Art Blocks is being exhibited at The Institute for Studies on Latin American Art (ISLAA) this weekend. The exhibition places Squiggles in dialogue with works responding to Venezuelan artist Carlos Cruz-Diez's color research. Cruz-Diez was known for his investigations into color theory and kinetic art. **Key Details:** - Exhibition opens this weekend at ISLAA - Features Chromie Squiggles alongside contemporary works - Explores connections to Cruz-Diez's color investigations This marks a significant institutional presentation for generative art, positioning blockchain-based work within the context of Latin American art history and color theory research.

**XCOPY's new NFT collection "Bubbles" is now available** exclusively for Art Blocks collectors on Shape L2. **Eligibility requirements:** - Must have collected art on Art Blocks previously - Need Tier 3+ Treasure from rewards program for allowlist access **Key details:** - Minting is live on Shape L2 network - Allowlist available at [bubbles.art/allowlist](http://bubbles.art/allowlist) - Previous technical issues have been resolved This exclusive drop rewards loyal Art Blocks community members with access to XCOPY's latest generative art release.

**Art Blocks showcases complete Quine collection at Art Basel Miami Beach** The full **Quine installation by Larva Labs** is now live at Art Basel Miami Beach, Booth Z2 on the main floor. **Key highlights:** - All **497 pieces** from the series on display - Celebrates the complete breadth of the collection - Code transformed into **material form** - Available for pre-sale and on-site inquiries **Visit details:** - Location: Main floor, Booth Z2 - Contact: Quine@artblocks.io This marks a significant moment for **programmable art** meeting traditional art world venues, bringing blockchain-based generative content to one of the world's premier art fairs.

**Art Blocks' "Drawings for a Monument" by @jeffgdavis has officially sold out**, marking a successful conclusion to this special Full Circle exhibition. The generative art project, which served as an homage to color across Art Blocks' Curated collection, completed its minting phases after opening on December 1st. The project was part of Art Blocks' final three drops in their Art Blocks 500 series. **Key details:** - Free to claim for eligible collectors - Part of the Full Circle exhibition featuring three projects by three artists - Phase 2 specifically targeted Art Collectors - Available at [artblocks.io/exhibitions/full-circle](https://www.artblocks.io/exhibitions/full-circle) The sellout represents strong community engagement with Art Blocks' programmable, on-demand generative content stored on the Ethereum blockchain.

**Art Blocks** officially launched *Drawings for a Monument* by @jeffgdavis today at 12pm ET / 9am PT. This generative art collection serves as **an homage to color across the Curated collection** and marks the first of Art Blocks' final three Art Blocks 500 drops. Key details: - Launch time: 12pm ET / 9am PT - Artist: @jeffgdavis - Part of the Full Circle exhibition series - Available at [artblocks.io/exhibitions/full-circle](http://artblocks.io/exhibitions/full-circle) The team expressed excitement about seeing what collectors will mint from this **algorithmically generated collection**. Check your eligibility and explore the collection at the official Art Blocks platform.

**Larva Labs** releases **Quine** as the final Art Blocks Curated collection on **October 9**. The project continues the studio's tradition of working within technical constraints: - **CryptoPunks (2017)**: Created using ERC-20 tokens before ERC-721 existed - **Autoglyphs (2019)**: Fully on-chain generative art stored in smart contracts - **Meebits (2021)**: 3D voxel avatars optimized for metaverse use **Quine** features self-referential art where the generator code lives within a 78x148 grid, ensuring code legibility while constraining visuals. The collection includes **497 pieces** with a 24-hour English auction starting at 12pm ET. Reserve price is **0.25 ETH** with 477 pieces available to bidders. [Explore exhibition details](https://www.artblocks.io/exhibitions/quine-by-larva-labs)

Art Blocks introduces **PostParams**, a new system for creating dynamic on-chain generative art that evolves over time. The feature debuts with artist @dotjiwa's *DDUST* collection on OpenSea July 8th. Key features: - Collector customization with artist-defined parameters - Artist-driven evolution and surprise updates - Live blockchain data integration - 32 unique palettes inspired by Marfa residency - Special dust storm events tied to blockchain activity The collection connects digital art with the physical Texas desert landscape. This marks Art Blocks' first major OpenSea collaboration, allowing users to mint on OpenSea and customize on Art Blocks. [Preview DDUST on OpenSea](https://opensea.io/collection/ddust-by-jiwa) [Learn more about PostParams](https://www.artblocks.io/articles/postparams-debuts-jiwa-opensea-living-art)

Art Blocks has revealed seven new collections in their Curated Series #6, minted between January-March 2022: - **Chimera** by mpkoz - **Cosmic Reef** by VillarealStudio - **Screens** by thomasp85 - **Para Bellum** by mmariansky - **entretiempos** by msoriaro - **Memories of Qilin** by emilyxxie - **Ancient Courses of Fictional Rivers** by flight404 View the complete collection at [Art Blocks Curated Series #6](https://www.artblocks.io/discover/curated?category=%5B%22curated+series+6%22%5D&sort=Oldest+first) Early minting data shows Chimera at #553, entretiempos at #40, and Cosmic Reef at #0.

Art Blocks marketplace has entered its final countdown phase with only 20 hours remaining. This represents a critical window for collectors and artists interested in programmable generative art on the Ethereum blockchain. - Time-sensitive opportunity closing soon - Available at [Art Blocks Marketplace](https://www.artblocks.io/marketplace/calendar) *Collectors should review available pieces and make decisions promptly to avoid missing out on current offerings.*