What is minted artwork?
Minted Artwork refers to the process of creating a digital representation of a piece of artwork on the blockchain called an NFT. In this case, the NFT acts as a digital certificate of authenticity for this artwork. Minting this piece on the blockchain ensures its uniqueness and secure ownership.
Two kinds of NFT’s
The most commonly thought of NFT is Digital Art. This is where the original artwork is created entirely in a digital medium using tools like Photoshop or in AI models like MidJourney. No physical counterpart exists unless explicitly stated (e.g., prints offered as an addition). Collectors purchase these as unique digital assets, often for display in virtual galleries or as investments. In this case the NFT is the art itself.
My kind of NFT is the kind that acts as a certificate of authenticity, digital twin, or ownership record for the physical art. These NFTs represent a physical piece of art (e.g., an oil painting, charcoal drawing) that exists in the real world. High-resolution scans or photographs are typically used to mint the NFT. Ownership of the NFT may include (or exclude) the physical piece—details provided in the sale listing.
This NFT is a digital representation of my first original physical painting. Minted on the Tezos blockchain, it serves as a verifiable proof of authenticity and ownership of the artwork.
