Anthony Hopkins has Created his Own NFT Collection.
Among the characters are Hannibal Lecter from The Silence of the Lambs and god Odin from the Marvel movies about Thor
Actor Anthony Hopkins will release his own collection of NFT. According to Variety, the series of works was named Eternal Collection.
Hopkins worked on tokens in collaboration with Orange Comet startup. The collection will feature ten archetypes of characters played by the actor. They are Hannibal Lecter from The Silence of the Lambs, god Odin from the Marvel films about Thor and other characters. The works will reflect the themes and style of Hopkins' work.
Hopkins believes that the metaverse provides «an incredible opportunity to communicate with the audience in a completely different way». The actor humorously noted that, most likely, he is the oldest person in the NFT community.
Among the characters are Hannibal Lecter from The Silence of the Lambs and god Odin from the Marvel movies about Thor
Actor Anthony Hopkins will release his own collection of NFT. According to Variety, the series of works was named Eternal Collection.
Hopkins worked on tokens in collaboration with Orange Comet startup. The collection will feature ten archetypes of characters played by the actor. They are Hannibal Lecter from The Silence of the Lambs, god Odin from the Marvel films about Thor and other characters. The works will reflect the themes and style of Hopkins' work.
Hopkins believes that the metaverse provides «an incredible opportunity to communicate with the audience in a completely different way». The actor humorously noted that, most likely, he is the oldest person in the NFT community.
Who to Follow: 5 Projects Dedicated to NFT Sneakers
NFT-RTFKT STUDIO
Last year, Nike acquired RTFKT studio, which develops products for the metaverse. To create characters and sneakers, the studio uses NFT, blockchain, augmented reality and game engines.
NFT-ENDSTATE STUDIO
This is another NFT studio, behind which stands the cool sneaker designer Stephanie Howard. Stephanie has an excellent reputation and more than 25 years of experience. In the 1990s, she came up with several models for New Balance, which are still being re-released.
STEPN APPLICATION
This is a game based on the move-to-earn model — «move to earn». To activate the app, you need to get the code in one of its official accounts — «Discord», «Twitter» or «Telegram».
SNEAKER HEADS ART PROJECT
This is an example of private work without investments from large companies and a world name.
RARE SHOE ART PROJECT
One of the most affordable ways to reach the world of sneakers in Web 3.0 is to buy sneakers from digital artists.
NFT-RTFKT STUDIO
Last year, Nike acquired RTFKT studio, which develops products for the metaverse. To create characters and sneakers, the studio uses NFT, blockchain, augmented reality and game engines.
NFT-ENDSTATE STUDIO
This is another NFT studio, behind which stands the cool sneaker designer Stephanie Howard. Stephanie has an excellent reputation and more than 25 years of experience. In the 1990s, she came up with several models for New Balance, which are still being re-released.
STEPN APPLICATION
This is a game based on the move-to-earn model — «move to earn». To activate the app, you need to get the code in one of its official accounts — «Discord», «Twitter» or «Telegram».
SNEAKER HEADS ART PROJECT
This is an example of private work without investments from large companies and a world name.
RARE SHOE ART PROJECT
One of the most affordable ways to reach the world of sneakers in Web 3.0 is to buy sneakers from digital artists.
House of the Dragon has become the biggest premiere of the series in the history of HBO
Almost 10 million viewers have seen it.
The first episode of the series House of the Dragon on HBO and HBO Max was watched by 9.9 million people. This is a record for the company. Variety writes about it with reference to Warner Bros. Discovery.
The debut of Game of Thrones in 2011 attracted 4.2 million viewers, and the premiere of the eighth and final season was watched by 17.9 million. The premiere episode of Euphoria was appreciated by 2.4 million people. This is 76% less compared to the result of House of the Dragon. The series starring Zendaya is the second most popular with HBO.
The House of the Dragon is based on the book Fire and Blood by George Martin. The plot takes place 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones. The Targaryen family ruling Seven Kingdoms are in the center of the plot.
Miguel Sapochnik and Ryan Kondal became the showrunners of the new series. Previously they worked on Game of Thrones.
Almost 10 million viewers have seen it.
The first episode of the series House of the Dragon on HBO and HBO Max was watched by 9.9 million people. This is a record for the company. Variety writes about it with reference to Warner Bros. Discovery.
The debut of Game of Thrones in 2011 attracted 4.2 million viewers, and the premiere of the eighth and final season was watched by 17.9 million. The premiere episode of Euphoria was appreciated by 2.4 million people. This is 76% less compared to the result of House of the Dragon. The series starring Zendaya is the second most popular with HBO.
The House of the Dragon is based on the book Fire and Blood by George Martin. The plot takes place 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones. The Targaryen family ruling Seven Kingdoms are in the center of the plot.
Miguel Sapochnik and Ryan Kondal became the showrunners of the new series. Previously they worked on Game of Thrones.
3D Design in Interfaces: 2022 Main Trends
In 2022, 3D is flourishing in new and more complex forms. 3D design is everywhere: on web pages, in applications, logos and identity, on illustrations to texts. But it is not the same as a few years ago. There are some fresh trends.
The first one is hyperrealism. 3D illustrations today are often difficult to distinguish from photographs. This is a huge advantage for websites and apps, as users take attention to images, admire them and remember them. The experience of interacting with the product is improving.
The most fashionable style in 3D illustrations and interface elements is clay morphism. Three-dimensional objects in this style resemble things made of clay. They are simple in shape, cylindrical or oval, with internal and external shadows.
The third trend is 3D digital avatars. Ordinary profile photos become outdated. The 3D avatars look original and interesting to users. This option suits for personal accounts, messengers and internal programs of companies.
In 2022, 3D is flourishing in new and more complex forms. 3D design is everywhere: on web pages, in applications, logos and identity, on illustrations to texts. But it is not the same as a few years ago. There are some fresh trends.
The first one is hyperrealism. 3D illustrations today are often difficult to distinguish from photographs. This is a huge advantage for websites and apps, as users take attention to images, admire them and remember them. The experience of interacting with the product is improving.
The most fashionable style in 3D illustrations and interface elements is clay morphism. Three-dimensional objects in this style resemble things made of clay. They are simple in shape, cylindrical or oval, with internal and external shadows.
The third trend is 3D digital avatars. Ordinary profile photos become outdated. The 3D avatars look original and interesting to users. This option suits for personal accounts, messengers and internal programs of companies.
Amazon Launches the Virtual Glasses Fitting Function.
So far, it is available only in Europe. The American company Amazon has introduced a new virtual glasses fitting function. According to Hypebare, the technology is available only in Europe for now.
«We are excited to introduce another innovative feature to our Amazon Fashion customers. Now you can easily find a perfect pair of sunglasses that you will like and wear all the year round thanks to the virtual fitting technology», said Ruth Diaz, Vice President of Amazon Fashion Europe.
The option is integrated into a new range of sunglasses from the world's leading manufacturers. Some of them are Tommy Hilfiger, Lacoste, Hawkers, Polaroid and others. Now more than 1.5 thousand frames are available on the site with the option of virtual fitting.
The company notes that the service will allow customers to choose a suitable frame before buying. The feature was introduced amid the growing popularity of immersive shopping in Europe.
So far, it is available only in Europe. The American company Amazon has introduced a new virtual glasses fitting function. According to Hypebare, the technology is available only in Europe for now.
«We are excited to introduce another innovative feature to our Amazon Fashion customers. Now you can easily find a perfect pair of sunglasses that you will like and wear all the year round thanks to the virtual fitting technology», said Ruth Diaz, Vice President of Amazon Fashion Europe.
The option is integrated into a new range of sunglasses from the world's leading manufacturers. Some of them are Tommy Hilfiger, Lacoste, Hawkers, Polaroid and others. Now more than 1.5 thousand frames are available on the site with the option of virtual fitting.
The company notes that the service will allow customers to choose a suitable frame before buying. The feature was introduced amid the growing popularity of immersive shopping in Europe.
Spotify's quarterly revenue increased by 23%
It amounted to 2.33 billion euros
In the second quarter, the revenue of the music streaming service Spotify increased by 23%. The service earned 2.86 billion euros. In the last year this sum was 2.33 billion euros. The revenue of the service exceeded analysts' expectations, according to Variety.
There was also an increase in the number of Spotify users by 19%. Now there are 433 million of them, and in 2021 428.2 million were recorded. The number of paid subscribers has also grown to 188 million, which is 14% more than in 2021.
At the same time, the net loss of the service increased to125 million, while in 2021 for the same period it amounted to 20 million euros.
The company predicts an increase in the number of subscribers to 450 million. Experts expect that their number will not exceed 444 million.
Previously, individual playlists created in partnership with Netflix appeared on Spotify.
It amounted to 2.33 billion euros
In the second quarter, the revenue of the music streaming service Spotify increased by 23%. The service earned 2.86 billion euros. In the last year this sum was 2.33 billion euros. The revenue of the service exceeded analysts' expectations, according to Variety.
There was also an increase in the number of Spotify users by 19%. Now there are 433 million of them, and in 2021 428.2 million were recorded. The number of paid subscribers has also grown to 188 million, which is 14% more than in 2021.
At the same time, the net loss of the service increased to125 million, while in 2021 for the same period it amounted to 20 million euros.
The company predicts an increase in the number of subscribers to 450 million. Experts expect that their number will not exceed 444 million.
Previously, individual playlists created in partnership with Netflix appeared on Spotify.
NASA has Launched a Website to Listen to your Voice on Mars.
All you need is to upload the recording to a special form.
NASA has launched a website with which you can find out how the voice will sound on Mars. You need to pload the recording of your voice to a special form.
The result will appear in a few seconds.The voice may sound very unusual. For example, it will be much lower because the atmosphere on Mars is 96% carbon dioxide. The users can also listen to the way the riding Perseverance rover sounds, the way a Martian helicopter flies and the Martian wind sounds.
Back in 2019 NASA launched a project which allowed to get a boarding pass and to ride around the planet by putting a nameplate on the Martian rover. In 2021 the company offered everyone interested to take a picture on Mars. The photos were generated by a neural network.
Earlier, NASA astronomers first discovered a black hole that creates stars. It is located in the dwarf galaxy Henize 2-10 and is located 30 million light-years.
All you need is to upload the recording to a special form.
NASA has launched a website with which you can find out how the voice will sound on Mars. You need to pload the recording of your voice to a special form.
The result will appear in a few seconds.The voice may sound very unusual. For example, it will be much lower because the atmosphere on Mars is 96% carbon dioxide. The users can also listen to the way the riding Perseverance rover sounds, the way a Martian helicopter flies and the Martian wind sounds.
Back in 2019 NASA launched a project which allowed to get a boarding pass and to ride around the planet by putting a nameplate on the Martian rover. In 2021 the company offered everyone interested to take a picture on Mars. The photos were generated by a neural network.
Earlier, NASA astronomers first discovered a black hole that creates stars. It is located in the dwarf galaxy Henize 2-10 and is located 30 million light-years.
Dior has created a capsule collection for the Gran Turismo 7 video game. It will be available on August 25
Dior Creative Director Kim Jones presented a capsule collection for the latest part of the Gran Turismo racing video games developed by the Japanese studio Polyphony Digital. It will be available to users on August 25, WWD reports.
The collection includes overalls, gloves, a reinterpreted model of Diorizon shoes and a helmet. The palette consists of gray, blue and yellow colors. The items are decorated with the signature print of Dior Oblique, as well as the inscription Christian Dior Atelier Avenue Montaigne.
Besides, Kim Jones created the design of the De Tomaso Mangusta sports car. The figure 47 on the hood of the car refers to 1947, in which Christian Dior presented his debut collection.
«This dialogue between Dior and the world of video games is a new invitation to push the boundaries of creativity and imagination», Jones said.
Dior Creative Director Kim Jones presented a capsule collection for the latest part of the Gran Turismo racing video games developed by the Japanese studio Polyphony Digital. It will be available to users on August 25, WWD reports.
The collection includes overalls, gloves, a reinterpreted model of Diorizon shoes and a helmet. The palette consists of gray, blue and yellow colors. The items are decorated with the signature print of Dior Oblique, as well as the inscription Christian Dior Atelier Avenue Montaigne.
Besides, Kim Jones created the design of the De Tomaso Mangusta sports car. The figure 47 on the hood of the car refers to 1947, in which Christian Dior presented his debut collection.
«This dialogue between Dior and the world of video games is a new invitation to push the boundaries of creativity and imagination», Jones said.
The Famous Photo of Churchill was Stolen From a Hotel in Ottawa And Replaced with a Copy. The police began the investigation.
The photo of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill Roaring Lion was stolen from the Chateau Laurier Hotel in Ottawa. According to CTV News, the robbers replaced the photo with a copy.
The picture had been in the reading room of the Chateau Laurier since 1998. Over the weekend, the hotel staff noticed that the photo, as well as its frame, had been replaced. The police have started an investigation. As a precaution, other photographs were temporarily removed from the reading room.
«We are saddened by this egregious act. The hotel was incredibly proud to host an amazing collection of photographs by Yusuf Karsh», said Genevieve Dumas, General director of the hotel.
Earlier, Angelina Jolie sold a painting by Winston Churchill for $ 11.6 million. It was a gift from Brad Pitt.
The photo of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill Roaring Lion was stolen from the Chateau Laurier Hotel in Ottawa. According to CTV News, the robbers replaced the photo with a copy.
The picture had been in the reading room of the Chateau Laurier since 1998. Over the weekend, the hotel staff noticed that the photo, as well as its frame, had been replaced. The police have started an investigation. As a precaution, other photographs were temporarily removed from the reading room.
«We are saddened by this egregious act. The hotel was incredibly proud to host an amazing collection of photographs by Yusuf Karsh», said Genevieve Dumas, General director of the hotel.
Earlier, Angelina Jolie sold a painting by Winston Churchill for $ 11.6 million. It was a gift from Brad Pitt.
In Drake's new clip, a Mercedes-Maybach designed by Virgil Abloh appeared
The video was directed by Theo Skudra
Canadian hip-hop artist Drake released a video for the song Sticky. It was included in his seventh studio album Honestly, Nevermind, which was released on July 17, 2022.
The video was shot by Theo Skudra. In the video, Drake sings about his success against the background of a Mercedes-Maybach car, designed by Virgil Abloh. The clip alternates between shots of performances, parties, trips on a yacht and dinner at the mansion.
We will recall that Drake's album «Honestly, Nevermind» broke the Apple Music record, becoming the most listened to dance record of the service. It took him one hour to do this.
The video was directed by Theo Skudra
Canadian hip-hop artist Drake released a video for the song Sticky. It was included in his seventh studio album Honestly, Nevermind, which was released on July 17, 2022.
The video was shot by Theo Skudra. In the video, Drake sings about his success against the background of a Mercedes-Maybach car, designed by Virgil Abloh. The clip alternates between shots of performances, parties, trips on a yacht and dinner at the mansion.
We will recall that Drake's album «Honestly, Nevermind» broke the Apple Music record, becoming the most listened to dance record of the service. It took him one hour to do this.
The Canadian Airline has Successfully Tested the First Passenger Electric Plane.
It Successfully Flew From Mainland Canada to Vancouver Island. Harbour Air has made the first ever flight on a prototype passenger electric plane. According to News Atlas, the vehicle successfully flew from mainland Canada to Vancouver Island.
During the successful flight, the prototype flew 74 kilometers in 24 minutes. The plane started its journey from the terminal on the Fraser River and landed at the bay near Victoria International Airport. According to the airline, the construction is fully ready for commercial flights.
«We are excited about this project and by what it means for us and for electric aviation in general. Now we can further promote it», said Erica Holtz, responsible for testing the prototype.
Harbour Air has been working on creating an all-electric aircraft capable of passenger flights since 2019.
It Successfully Flew From Mainland Canada to Vancouver Island. Harbour Air has made the first ever flight on a prototype passenger electric plane. According to News Atlas, the vehicle successfully flew from mainland Canada to Vancouver Island.
During the successful flight, the prototype flew 74 kilometers in 24 minutes. The plane started its journey from the terminal on the Fraser River and landed at the bay near Victoria International Airport. According to the airline, the construction is fully ready for commercial flights.
«We are excited about this project and by what it means for us and for electric aviation in general. Now we can further promote it», said Erica Holtz, responsible for testing the prototype.
Harbour Air has been working on creating an all-electric aircraft capable of passenger flights since 2019.
Joker sequel has finally received a release date.
The premiere is scheduled for October 4, 2024
The picture will be called Joker: Madness for Two, according to Deadline.
Todd Phillips will the director. Joaquin Phoenix will return to the role that earned him an Oscar. Filming will begin in December.
The plot of the sequel has not yet been revealed. However, it is reported that the script is ready. It was written by Phillips in collaboration with Scott Silver. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Lady Gaga may appear in the film.
The name of the future painting refers to a French medical term that describes a mental disorder affecting two or more people. The action will be set in Arkham Hospital. The picture is most likely to be a musical.
The premiere is scheduled for October 4, 2024
The picture will be called Joker: Madness for Two, according to Deadline.
Todd Phillips will the director. Joaquin Phoenix will return to the role that earned him an Oscar. Filming will begin in December.
The plot of the sequel has not yet been revealed. However, it is reported that the script is ready. It was written by Phillips in collaboration with Scott Silver. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Lady Gaga may appear in the film.
The name of the future painting refers to a French medical term that describes a mental disorder affecting two or more people. The action will be set in Arkham Hospital. The picture is most likely to be a musical.
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THREE SPIDER-MEN FROM FILMS IN A NEW VIDEO ON THE OCCASION OF HERO'S DAY.
The international Spider-Man Day is celebrated on August 1, on the occasion of which Sony Pictures presented a special video.
In the video, the studio has collected footage from three Spider-Man film franchises, starring Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland. All of them united in No Way Home.
The international Spider-Man Day is celebrated on August 1, on the occasion of which Sony Pictures presented a special video.
In the video, the studio has collected footage from three Spider-Man film franchises, starring Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland. All of them united in No Way Home.
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HBO has introduced an AR application based on the House of the Dragon
In honor of the release of the series
On the eve of the release of the series House of the Dragon — the prequel of Game of Thrones, HBO Max has launched an augmented reality (AR) application. It was created by the company WarnerMedia. It is available on Android and iOS devices, Hypebeast reports.
The app is called House of the Dragon: DracARys and works on the principle of Pokémon GO from Niantic. Players will be able to get their own dragon and choose the color, appearance and character of the pet. The app also has voice recognition, with the help of which users are asked to give orders in Welsh (they can also be learned through the game).
«When dragons appear in the series, it's always a breathtaking and awe-inspiring moment. With DracARys, we wanted users to experience these emotions in the context of their daily lives. We want to enrich the world of Westeros and the mythology of the series.
In honor of the release of the series
On the eve of the release of the series House of the Dragon — the prequel of Game of Thrones, HBO Max has launched an augmented reality (AR) application. It was created by the company WarnerMedia. It is available on Android and iOS devices, Hypebeast reports.
The app is called House of the Dragon: DracARys and works on the principle of Pokémon GO from Niantic. Players will be able to get their own dragon and choose the color, appearance and character of the pet. The app also has voice recognition, with the help of which users are asked to give orders in Welsh (they can also be learned through the game).
«When dragons appear in the series, it's always a breathtaking and awe-inspiring moment. With DracARys, we wanted users to experience these emotions in the context of their daily lives. We want to enrich the world of Westeros and the mythology of the series.
Life of Neuron
It is a real 3D model of a neuron in the prefrontal area of the human brain. This is a «thinking cell» that exists from birth to death.
Life of a Neuron consolidates decades of data and research in the field of neurology to take a journey at the cellular level with the human brain. This exhibition arranged by ARTECHOUSE Studio in association with Society for Neuroscience (SfN) presents the results of three years of laborious cooperation and research and reveals the history of the unique human experience, which is our the history.
It is a real 3D model of a neuron in the prefrontal area of the human brain. This is a «thinking cell» that exists from birth to death.
Life of a Neuron consolidates decades of data and research in the field of neurology to take a journey at the cellular level with the human brain. This exhibition arranged by ARTECHOUSE Studio in association with Society for Neuroscience (SfN) presents the results of three years of laborious cooperation and research and reveals the history of the unique human experience, which is our the history.
Flat style, simplified images and limited palette.
The trend was set by interfaces. Until 2010, icons and program design had shadows, volume, and designers created a sense of a three-dimensional image. Today, the majority of the objects are made in the same flat style. Simplified images are often used. The emphasis in this case is based on characters and forms. There is no variety of shades, only basic colors that match the theme.
Flat illustrations are universal. These drawings combine elegance and minimalism. Tenuity focuses the user's attention on the main thing. In this style, you can make an illustration for any field: education, pet business or even industry.
The trend was set by interfaces. Until 2010, icons and program design had shadows, volume, and designers created a sense of a three-dimensional image. Today, the majority of the objects are made in the same flat style. Simplified images are often used. The emphasis in this case is based on characters and forms. There is no variety of shades, only basic colors that match the theme.
Flat illustrations are universal. These drawings combine elegance and minimalism. Tenuity focuses the user's attention on the main thing. In this style, you can make an illustration for any field: education, pet business or even industry.
Isometric illustrations
The isometric style brings to mind the geometry and subtleties of working with planes. This is such a visual puzzle: from the 2D plane, the image turns into 3D. The flat design has volume and perspective, but simplicity remains. In this case, it turns out to display more details, because we have the top and two sides at our disposal.
This style is revealed when it is necessary to show objects or a complex internal process. In combination with animations, this option will add uniqueness to the site and help give a general idea, show something big in one picture.
The isometric style brings to mind the geometry and subtleties of working with planes. This is such a visual puzzle: from the 2D plane, the image turns into 3D. The flat design has volume and perspective, but simplicity remains. In this case, it turns out to display more details, because we have the top and two sides at our disposal.
This style is revealed when it is necessary to show objects or a complex internal process. In combination with animations, this option will add uniqueness to the site and help give a general idea, show something big in one picture.
BAROQUE. Baroque is characterized by the artistic form complication. The main attention is paid to details, symbols and allegories. Realistic scenes and characters are often depicted with mythological ones. The paintings are very emotional and brightful. They are characterized by the play of colors and shadows, pomposity and the image in an exaggerated manner.
Everyone knows the classic works of this style. We are going to show the examples of the modern interpretation.
Everyone knows the classic works of this style. We are going to show the examples of the modern interpretation.
A great article by Ben Moss that unmasks typical delusions and misinterpretations of the UX laws.
Let 's briefly list the seven laws and errors found in their interpretation:
1. Jacob's law. It is true that people like familiar interfaces. But novelty promotes positive emotions and benefits to memory.
2. The goal ingredient The closer we are to the goal, the stronger we feel the desire to reach it. But designers can't know for sure what person's goals are like, and they can make a mistake when substituting a person's ambition to a business one.
3. Miller's law. Even if people are capable of holding only 7±2 elements in memory at the same time, this does not correspond to the objects displayed on the screen. Show all the twelve menu items if you have them.
4. The effect of aesthetics in usability. The more beautiful the thing is, the more convenient people find it. But this does not mean that beauty is enough to make the interface user-friendly.
Let 's briefly list the seven laws and errors found in their interpretation:
1. Jacob's law. It is true that people like familiar interfaces. But novelty promotes positive emotions and benefits to memory.
2. The goal ingredient The closer we are to the goal, the stronger we feel the desire to reach it. But designers can't know for sure what person's goals are like, and they can make a mistake when substituting a person's ambition to a business one.
3. Miller's law. Even if people are capable of holding only 7±2 elements in memory at the same time, this does not correspond to the objects displayed on the screen. Show all the twelve menu items if you have them.
4. The effect of aesthetics in usability. The more beautiful the thing is, the more convenient people find it. But this does not mean that beauty is enough to make the interface user-friendly.
We begin writing the feature STYLES AND TRENDS IN FINE ART.
Not all of us understand art. . But it is still important to know the basics because modern creative industries are built on the classical foundations of understanding art.
That is why we offer to get to know art better. And painting is the cornerstone. Some pieces of painting existed in a specific era and are easily determined by the date of creation. Others are temporary or eternal, unrelated to a specific period. But all of them have their own main distinctive features.
Not all of us understand art. . But it is still important to know the basics because modern creative industries are built on the classical foundations of understanding art.
That is why we offer to get to know art better. And painting is the cornerstone. Some pieces of painting existed in a specific era and are easily determined by the date of creation. Others are temporary or eternal, unrelated to a specific period. But all of them have their own main distinctive features.