"H3RB5: A Captivating Confluence of Nature, Art, and Technology – A Voyage through Berlin, Vienna, and the Digital Domain"
In the ever-evolving world where the tendrils of technology entwine themselves around our very existence, an ingenious artist emerges to challenge the confines between the digital and the tangible realms.
Venture into the 'H3RB5' where the audacious artist Zhukovskiy Trachtenberg reimagines the classical tradition of still life photography by transcending the living physical forms of plants into digital echoes. Inspired by synaesthesia and experimental electronic music, the artist adopts a transmedial approach to digital arts, skilfully blending experimental image capturing, digital painting, industrial object making, and installation art.
Each captivating physical 'H3RB5' piece serves as an embodiment of our digital present, defying the traditional art market through the incorporation of blockchain and NFTs. In this daring endeavor, the artist shares an insightful critique on the crypto-art speculation market, advocating for a delicate equilibrium between aesthetics and profit.
The 'H3RB5' collection delves into the essence of "technolyzed" society, evoking universal sentiments of wonder, curiosity, and the desire to connect the virtual and real. By re-conceptualizing herbariums and botanical archive displays it demonstrates the transformative energy of art in metamorphosing the ordinary into the extraordinary.
Each NFT artwork corresponds to a physical object, a translucent glass image disk that can be admired from both sides, symbolising the singular data 'seed' of the artwork. This duality serves as a testament to the subtle interplay between digital and analog creative techniques.
The ongoing exhibition titled 'Tense Fields' that focuses on queer outdoor experiences is a collaboration of Zhukovskiy Trachtenberg http://nikitazhukovskiy.com/ and Lukas Gritzner.
This gallery show that is currently on display at 'WAF' Gallery in Austria, and the permanent installation at the deep-listening queer space 'KWiA' in Germany, present an opportunity to experience the spellbinding physical part of the work in two of Europe's most scintillant cities: Vienna and Berlin, where bullseye portholes illuminator-like glass objects beacon to peak into the digital landscapes of 'H3RB5'.
In celebration of the 'Tense Fields' exhibtion at WAF, with support of Wiener Art Foundation, Zhukovskiy Trachtenerg unveils a new NFT release. The exclusive new drop broadens the array of 'H3RB5' inviting collectors and art enthusiasts to uncover and possess a fragment of this world.
For the discerning art collector seeking to own a piece of this collection, the artist presents a unique opportunity to acquire their works in both the virtual and real spaces. One may secure the artwork at the gallery or through the Opensea H3RB5 collection page. In either case, the collector shall possess the physical art piece and the digital NFT file used to create the work, thus ensuring the piece remains unique and shall never be replicated.
In response to the vicissitudes of current events, the artist has established a discord server to ascertain the authenticity of their works following a scam attack. By maintaining a connection with collectors, the artist remains dedicated to preserving the integrity of their art whilst nurturing a community of art enthusiasts who share their appreciation for the fusion of art and technology.
The 'H3RB5' collection incarnates the spirit of innovation and the unwavering pursuit of artistic expression. As the artist continues to explore new interpretations of still life photography and challenges the boundaries of our technologically-driven world, the 'H3RB5' stand as a testament to the sway that art holds in transcending the limitations of reality.
With each 'seed' we are called to appreciate the fleeting and ephemeral nature of beauty amidst the chaos, to traverse the realms of the digital and the tangible, enticing us to witness the sublime hidden within the intricacies of our technologically-enmeshed existence.
The artist's innovative approach and unwavering dedication to exploring the frontiers of art and technology will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark. As we immerse ourselves in the enchanting realm of 'H3RB5' embrace the opportunity to be a part of this remarkable confluence of nature, art, and technology.
As the world around us continues to evolve, so does our capacity to appreciate the profound and captivating power of art. The 'H3RB5' are beckoning us to engage with the world anew, to uncover the hidden beauty lurking within the fabric of digital and real. On this journey, the artist reminds us of the enduring power of art to transcend boundaries and inspires us to forge a path forward into the yet unexplored.
