AGNCY:01 – Live-Minting Generative Art Installation

AI Tool(s) Used

• Custom generative art algorithm developed by Mario Klingemann
• Tezos blockchain integration for NFT minting
• QR code interface to link wallets to the installation

Description of Result

“AGNCY:01” is an interactive, live-minting installation that allows participants to mint generative NFTs. The artwork is created in real-time upon the user’s interaction with the installation by displaying a Tezos wallet address in QR code form, which the installation reads to initiate an NFT minting session.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

1. User Preparation: Visitors first prepare by setting up a Tezos wallet, which is used to mint NFTs.
2. QR Code Interaction: When ready, users present their wallet’s QR code to the installation’s camera.
3. Activation and Generative Creation: The camera recognizes the wallet, triggering the AI algorithm to generate a unique digital art piece associated with the user’s wallet.
4. Minting Process: The generative art piece is minted directly on the Tezos blockchain, creating a unique NFT tied to the visitor’s wallet.
5. NFT Ownership: The minted piece is then stored in the user’s wallet, making them the owner of this newly created NFT.

Tips & Tricks

• QR Code Preparation: Have a clear, high-quality QR code ready to make the interaction smooth.
• Wallet Security: Ensure the wallet app is secure and reliable for storing digital assets.
• Optimal Viewing: Consider the lighting and angle to ensure the QR code is accurately scanned by the installation’s camera.

Annotation

This installation uniquely merges traditional art spaces with blockchain technology, allowing audiences to actively participate in art creation and ownership. Through this experience, Mario Klingemann invites viewers to engage in digital ownership via live generative art, enabling a one-of-a-kind art experience that highlights how technology transforms art interactions and personalizes the creative process for individuals. This experience not only challenges the concept of traditional art but also provides participants with lasting ownership of a piece of the installation itself.

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