BASIL

Exploring the limits of the creative scene of Web3. 🎨 Artist - @AeonsBTC

[BASIL @basil_btc]

Some thoughts I accumulated along my journey in this space.

A note:
“Joy & Freedom, Art & Bitcoin”

Art has always been a profound expression of human creativity, transcending time and space. Yet, the way we store and protect art has remained largely traditional, involving physical spaces and complex logistics.

Bitcoin technology is redefining data storage. Traditionally, art was stored in freeports, considered secure but requiring significant attention and human involvement.

Bitcoin changes the game. Its decentralized, secure, and immutable network. It offers a far superior way to safeguard valuable data.

Every 10-minute heartbeat of the Bitcoin blockchain ensures the integrity and security of your assets, eliminating the complexities of physical storage.

During one of the discussions with my friends, someone mentioned that Bitcoin is a "sincere" technology. Ever wondered what is the ethymology of the word 'sincere'?

The word "sincere" comes from the Latin word "sincerus," which means "clean, pure, sound." The term "sincerus" is composed of two parts: "sine," meaning "without," and "cera," meaning "wax." There is a popular explanation suggesting that "sine cera" referred to the practice of using wax to hide defects in marble, art pieces or pottery. According to this tale, a product that was "sine cera" (without wax) was genuine and unaltered.

With Ordinals on Bitcoin, there's no hiding—everything is transparent and verifiable. Bitcoin's sincerity lies in its ability to offer an unalterable and honest record. Ordinals, being fully on-chain, provide a permanent and secure solution, promoting quality over quantity in digital art.

I also think Ordinals are bridging the gap between digital and traditional art markets. Just like physical artworks, digital art pieces on Bitcoin can be bought, sold, and traded with verifiable ownership.

This technology is catapulting the art market into the digital age, ensuring authenticity and permanence. Imagine a world where your digital art is as enduring as a masterpiece in a museum, safeguarded by the robustness of the Bitcoin network.

[ohXbrice @ohXbrice]

Volatility blinds most people.
Some of us look right through it.

[Aeons @AeonsBTC]

🎃 Spooky season is back!

“Pumpkin Carving with Aeons” by Basil, our entry for Gamma’s Halloween contest last year.

And now we ask...
Trick or treat, explorers? 👻

[NOT @NOTonBTC]

you’re NOT ready.
we’re NOT either.

Window 1: NOT VIP - 7AM PDT - 10AM EDT - 2PM UTC - 4PM CEST - 10PM SGT
Window 2 : NOT FCFS - 8 AM PDT - 11 AM EDT - 3PM UTC - 5PM CEST - 11PM SGT
Window 3 : NOT PUBLIC - 9 AM PDT - 12 PM EDT - 4PM UTC - 6PM CEST - 12AM SGT

[Steven Morse @iamstevenmorse]

New PFP.
My first honorary.

Grateful for the alignment with Aeons, building alongside those who believe in ART, conviction, and the long game.

[Aeons @AeonsBTC]

△▽ AEONS HONORARY COLLECTION △▽

Welcoming our latest collector, @iamstevenmorse honored to have you in the mix.

We appreciate all you bring to the community.

Ξxplore Art.

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@HopefulofNFTs @AeonsBTC LFGGGGG

[BASIL @basil_btc]

My submission for “Don’t Avoid Bright Lights”.

@HopefulofNFTs @AeonsBTC

Explore art

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@LocoMinds @HopefulofNFTs @AeonsBTC Gosh this is Loco

[Aeons @AeonsBTC]

△▽ DON'T AVOID BRIGHT LIGHTS △▽

We love seeing artists come together to create something unique on Ordinals.

It’s what this space is all about.

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@ohXbrice @HopefulofNFTs @AeonsBTC I’m pulling the “UNO reverse” card on this

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@Classicmantweet @Dajio_kempei @YokaiAvengers Love you bro

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@MKUltraBTC @PMBbtc Ordinals🧡

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@LoopOnChain Free

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@Alex_blife @AeonsBTC Heeeeell yeah bothaaa

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@KazeCreations Damn I look kinda cool here

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@Alex_blife @AeonsBTC That’s sick

[Steven Miller @SteveMiller]

WHAT WE SEE DEPENDS ON WHAT WE LOOK FOR...

BEHOLD is a bold exploration of Perception, Subjectivity, and Connection that will make its debut on Bitcoin later this month. But for today I wonder... what will YOU see?

Watch the First-Look Trailer
+ Read On to Learn More ⬇️👀

[BASIL @basil_btc]

So proud!

[Aeons @AeonsBTC]

Announcing the Top 3 Winners of the Aeons Art Festival.
Congratulations to all the artists who wowed us with their creativity and talent.

Ξxplore Art

[BASIL @basil_btc]

Duolingo Owl is alive. BTC correction is over, only up from here

[Duolingo @duolingo]

faking my death was the test and you all passed

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@dfouk @elonmusk @SpaceX @Tesla I’m just shooting my shot Lmao

[BASIL @basil_btc]

@elonmusk, check out my Bitcoin ordinals portrait of you—fiery vision, laser eyes, etched on-chain! As a bitcoin pioneer, would love your thoughts on this. #Bitcoin #Ordinals #ArtOnBitcoin