FW LOG: Editorial Feed No. 004

Welcome to FW Editorial Feed No. 004, an edition meticulously dedicated to the exploration of post-Internet subcultures. Within this context, we draw attention to the transformative evolution of these subcultures through the multi-disciplinary contributions of Jesse Draxler in both the music and fashion sectors. Complementing this exploration, we then turn to glitch art, highlighting the artists at the forefront of this aesthetic. Following, is a spotlight on the Fakewhale Vault works of artists Gary Edward Blum, Francoise Gamma, and Mit Borrás. But also the enriching dialogues from the FW ROOMS, led by Unknown Collector with Theo Chronis and Matthew.

Subcultures, once elusive domains known only to insiders, now sprawl openly in our interconnected society. Their once-distinct boundaries have merged, paving the way for a new era where remixing and borrowing have become the norm, challenging the enduring nature of the authentic subcultural spirit.

Yet, through Fakewhale Insights we reveal how Jesse Draxler’s prolific journey — from evocative illustrations in renowned publications to collaborations in music and fashion — showcasing the way in which this authentic subcultural spirit still persists today.

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From its inadvertent inception in the early 20th century as technological anomalies to its esteemed position in the digital art realm today, glitch art has undergone a significant transformation. Fakewhale Insights provides a meticulous analysis of glitch art’s historical trajectory: highlighting its nascent stages in the 1960s, its burgeoning presence in the 1990s catalyzed by the advent of personal computers, and its cemented role in the age of social media — spotlighting a select set of exemplary glitch artists, who are playing a significant role in shaping the art movement.

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This week’s Fakewhale Vault Spotlight features the vault works of art of Gary Edward Blum, Francoise Gamma and Mit Borrás.

08 29 15 / 09 12 22 TARGET HOUSE WITH YELLOW by Gary Edward Blum

“I took my first photograph of TARGET HOUSE BLDG. T828 on July 2, 2015. Over the subsequent 6 plus years since then, I have taken hundreds. What started off as a modest photographic exploration, blossomed into an unexpected meditation on image, place, memory, time, and ultimately, loss.”
“I took my first photograph of TARGET HOUSE BLDG. T828 on July 2, 2015. Over the subsequent 6 plus years since then, I have taken hundreds. What started off as a modest photographic exploration, blossomed into an unexpected meditation on image, place, memory, time, and ultimately, loss.”

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The Poetic Equation by Francoise Gamma

“The poetic equation of the message has reached the end of its metaphor.”

Michael Kutsche

SHAMAN by Mit Borrás

“Shaman is an exclusive collection of NFTs by the artist Mit Borrás from his aclaimed body of work ADAPTASI CYCLE presented at Centre Pompidou Paris in 2022 and Berlin Art Week 2021. His renowed work deals with the idea of transhumanism and the relation between human, nature and technology. A thesis about future, adaptation and eternal life. Art Director Rachel Lamot.”

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As part of FW ROOMS’ ongoing discussions, we spotlight two insightful conversations. First, we join Unknown collector in conversation with artist Theo Chronis, followed by Matthew, who provides an introspective analysis of community within the crypto-art domain.

In a conversation between Theo Chronis and Unknown Collector, we journey through Theo’s evolution as an artist. Born amidst Athens’ historic allure and now immersed in the UK’s vibrant art scene, Theo’s work spans from traditional painting to cutting-edge digital art, including a recent foray into the NFT world — His series “Qualia”, standing as a testament to his aspiration to reinvigorate figurative painting. This chat is structured into segments, from his Greek origins and pivotal move to the UK in “Chronicles of Chronis,” to the philosophy behind “Qualia,” and his reflections on the fast-paced NFT era.

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In a meticulous analysis presented by Matthew, he examines the concept of ‘community’ in the crypto-art domain. With roots birthed from the union of early digital art enthusiasts and crypto platforms during the Covid Era, crypto-art has evolved into a movement representing an artistic breakthrough and an endless digital journey. Contrasting structured sports like basketball with boundless endeavors like Life and Art, Matthew emphasizes the boundless nature of crypto-art. And as this domain expands, he explains how he envisions platforms tailored to its diverse enthusiasts, fostering collaboration and innovation, ultimately elevating crypto-art’s infinite game to unparalleled heights.

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