Slumber With A Key - 2
Slumber With A Key
Contract
0xeD28c91B8600BF4042E229CA7be325a31fD66Fc4
Token ID
3
Blockchain
Ethereum
Date Created
2023

"Slumber with a key" was inspired by Dali's process, and I wanted to represent my own take on the fantastical dreams of a semi waking state, to tell a narrative of retrieving these images and diving into different states.

Dalí's "slumber with a key" method involved taking short naps in a chair while holding a spoon or key. As he began to drift into sleep, the object would drop from his hand, waking him. In this semi-conscious state, he accessed his subconscious mind, drawing inspiration from the resulting dreamlike imagery for his surreal art.

Dali used symbolism heavily and frequently in his work, so this factored in my decisions with what images to have appear in this work. Including the use of veils and sheer curtains to separate dimensions and states of waking and dreaming.

The idea for a scrolling canvas comes from the idea of the Zoetrope. I pictured in my mind this frozen scene of a moment between moments where the lines between reality and the dream are blurred, and this perpetual loop of cycles through cycles of waking from a dream.

This work was created with the assistance of AI, source images created in Midjourney and Adobe Photoshop generative content, and was edited together in Adobe Premiere.

the Music is created by Nine Inch Nails Ghosts VI: Locusts - The Worriment Waltz, on a creative commons license

artist
Nuclear Samurai
Wallet
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The first edition of CONTINUUM is set to take place during GM Barcelona! from September 27-29, 2023.

The digital art exhibit will showcase a selection of curated pieces from artists who will be given the task of creating an original piece inspired by the life and work of Salvador Dalí.

Encouraging diversity in interpretations while maintaining a connection to the original artist is a crucial aspect of the exhibit concept. This approach ensures that the new artworks created by emerging artists both pay homage to the legendary artist and also reflect the individuality and creativity of each participant.

Date
Sep 27, 2023 - Sep 29, 2023
Venue
Plaça Catalunya
Location
Barcelona

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The first edition of CONTINUUM that took place during GM Barcelona! from September 27-29, 2023, travels to IHAM Gallery, Paris.


The digital art exhibit will showcase a selection of curated pieces from artists who will be given the task of creating an original piece inspired by the life and work of Salvador Dalí.

Encouraging diversity in interpretations while maintaining a connection to the original artist is a crucial aspect of the exhibit concept. This approach ensures that the new artworks created by emerging artists both pay homage to the legendary artist and also reflect the individuality and creativity of each participant.

Date
Oct 12, 2023 - Oct 13, 2023
Venue
IHAM Gallery
Location
Paris, France

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