The Sigg Art Foundation, Digital Art Mile, TAEX, and Tezos showcased NFTs in Basel this year, emphasizing the growing impact of digital art in the global art scene.

Held alongside the renowned Art Basel fair, the Digital Art Mile debuted as a notable event for NFT artists, collectors, and curators. This event transformed Rebgasse, near Messeplatz in Basel, into a dynamic display of both contemporary and historical digital art. Numerous prestigious galleries and NFT platforms participated, presenting their collections and blending traditional and digital art forms throughout the week.

The first Digital Art Mile ran from June 10-16, featuring exhibitors such as Objkt, fx(hash), Fellowship, MakersPlace, Cinello, RCM Galerie, ArtXCode, Office Impart, TAEX, Danae, Sigg Art Foundation, GENAP Collection, and Blackdove.

The Sigg Art Foundation, established in 2020 by art collector Pierre Sigg, showcased works by pioneering digital artists Grégory Chatonsky, Justin Aversano, Ben Elliot, and Bernar Venet. Venet’s collection, in collaboration with Sotheby’s EVENT, included 500 algorithmic artworks, a recurring theme at the exhibition.

Grégory Chatonsky introduced a new version of his AI-driven installation, “Terre Seconde.” Originally displayed at the Palais de Tokyo in 2019, this piece uses millions of data points from the internet to create a modular representation of our planet.

American artist Justin Aversano presented his unique works, including photographs from his “Twin Flames” series, compiled during his global travels.

Ben Elliot’s “Metaone,” a virtual reality project supported by VIVE Arts and Esther Schipper Gallery in Berlin, explored a futuristic virtual paradise, blending history, nature, technology, and science.

The Tezos Foundation highlighted two main platforms: Objkt and fx(hash). Objkt hosted the “Matter & Data” exhibition featuring works by 17 international artists. They also collaborated with Analivia Cordeiro on an interactive exhibit where visitors could convert their movements into generative NFTs on the Tezos blockchain.

fx(hash) presented “Bit Operations,” curated with OFFICE IMPART. This project by Swedish artist Jonas Lund explored computer foundations through bit-shifting operations and included long-form generative collections accessible online.

TAEX displayed Krista Kim’s “Continuum” project, a digital Zen landscape aimed at promoting mindfulness. The collection offered 10 unique NFTs that evolved subtly over time, inspired by the tranquil Ryoanji Temple Garden in Kyoto.

Fellowship provided an extensive overview of AI’s role in modern art with its exhibition “Collaborations with the Artificial Self.” This showcase honored Harold Cohen, a pioneer in AI art, and featured works by other prominent artists like Botto, Mario Klingemann, Helena Sarin, and Robbie Barrat.

The Kult.Kino Camera hosted daily conferences on generative art, blockchain as an art medium, and the integration of Web3 in museums, fostering discussions on digital art’s role in art history.

One of the highlights was the European debut of the documentary “What the Punk!” within a conference organized by Yuga Labs and Rug Radio. This event also included a video detailing Matt Hall and John Watkinson’s creation of Cryptopunks, a pivotal moment in digital art.

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