Meet @dutchtide.
The artist behind Midnight Breeze, a generative world years in the making. Together we talked stillness, connection, and how community-driven storytelling turns each fragmented story into a living journey.
Read our full interview below.
https://t.co/6cuVrulZsU
And so a day later i feel its time for an evening reflection.
Ive sold about 480 pieces. And honestly i am very grateful. Each of the people who minted one shows they believe in this space beyond its current status.
In any case. This is a massive artistic success. I managed to sell for nearly 50 eth worth of art. Be supported by people who showed up. Its honestly unbelievable.
I know last nigt i sounded differently. But, keep in mind that i spend the last 4 years aka every single day, grinding away at the results. I spend all my money, and i mean, the cost of this year exceeds what ive currently made. And thats 2025. All my time. I was working while my step father got a stroke. Had to move out of my childhood home,I was working while my grandmother died. My grandfather died. I was working the days right before my beloved Dottje passed away.
I didnt do anything else but work. To the detriment of my relationships. And sometimes the frustration of those around me.
But it was worth it to me. Because the vision i had. It is now here. Its out. Its alive. Its appreciated by you guys. And therefore
Each one of you matters. You edged your own legacy in the stars
But if we look at what the space values. What it cares about. I think it goes beyond what I have offered. To make it you need to play the game.
This game is not an easy one. Its one of connections. Big money. Unbelievable promises And beyond that. A world I personally do not resonate with.
This space glorifies a lifestyle that for me has very little to do with why i joined. It glorifies people that have very little do with why i joined. And its glorifying behaviour once again, very little to do why i joined.
But honestly, i dont care. Because I joined because this space is the only place where art like mine has a place. The only place art like mine can evolve and rally a group of people. The only place you read this far into my ramble 😂💀
I hope my art can stand as a refuge in a storm that goes beyond the current truths of this space.
And I think we are truly only at the beginning of a journey that we barely know has started.
Keep it breezy.
Gn
@dutchtide@PeterRicq I’m already exploring Midnight Breeze V1 (again) for a 2 weeks now and I keep getting surprised by the dept, scenes, atmosphere and lore. Hard to image Fragments will improve on (almost?) every aspect. I think it will no longer be just art, it will become a brand tomorrow onwards
Midnight夏季Breeze
Fragments of the Lonely Road
Everything has led to this.
TOMORROW we awaken.
This trailer… is one of the proudest things I’ve ever created.
Built over 3 months with a small team of 3 animators, we set out to capture the soul of the Lonely Road, and I truly think we did.
Every scene is rooted in your Fragments.
Inspired by the traits you hold, the interpretations you made.
There’s meaning behind each shot, if you know Breeze, you’ll feel it.
Honestly? It’s a miracle this trailer even exists.
Years of worldbuilding, painting, animating ,all coming together.
And tomorrow, the journey continues.
This is the most ambitious generative art experience I’ve ever attempted.
Nothing else I’ve worked on comes close. And I’m nervous, but proud.
If you’ve made it this far:
SHARE THIS POST.
It means the world. And tell me what you think when it drops.
- Dutchtide
🧵TLDR
I've tried my hardest to be transparent and forthright throughout my web3 career.
The events of Black Friday had a massive impact on our work over at @TAPfintech and I know that there will be a significant set back.
Here's what we're doing to address.
@AndyRewNFT@TAPfintech I rather stay with a group of battle hardened fighters, with decades of combined knowledge of financial markets and algo trading, and with skin in the game, than run away because of one mistake made in 4 years time. Frogs fuck!
From Code to culture
The rebirth of digital ownership
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MidnightBreeze
Auction: 15:00 CET to 21:00 CET OCT 16TH
Public > Allowlist > Dedicated
Price: last minted NFT
All MINT PHASES explained for MidnightBreeze.
This shit is full steam ahead.
Im aiming to bring it back in ways we could have only dreamed off back in 2021.
@dutchtide Exactly what I need right now. The calming breeze, the Tatami room to clear my head while hearing the rain fall softly on the roof. Discovering new favourites every time I search. Looking for the perfect Breeze to hang on my wall at home before it gets burned forever