This collection of eight digital sculptures is inspired by Dia al-Azzawi’s grandson, Freddie, whose enthusiasm for playing and interacting with the world around him is a source of constant joy for him. The work captures this enthusiasm in the form of a toy that any young child might want to play with, which also reflects the energy and passion of youth itself.

In Dia’s own words:

“I wanted to create a body of work that captures a young child’s energy using the traditional shapes and colours I grew up with. By embracing this connection between the old and the new, the (Freddie collection) allows me to leave a piece of my childhood in the metaverse for future generations to enjoy.”


Freddie 1.0 #7

This collection of eight digital sculptures is inspired by Dia al-Azzawi’s grandson, Freddie, whose enthusiasm for playing and interacting with the world around him is a source of constant joy for him. The work captures this enthusiasm in the form of a toy that any young child might want to play with, which also reflects the energy and passion of youth itself.

In Dia’s own words:

“I wanted to create a body of work that captures a young child’s energy using the traditional shapes and colours I grew up with. By embracing this connection between the old and the new, the (Freddie collection) allows me to leave a piece of my childhood in the metaverse for future generations to enjoy.”




Freddie 1.0 #6

Freddie 1.0 #5


This collection of eight digital sculptures is inspired by Dia al-Azzawi’s grandson, Freddie, whose enthusiasm for playing and interacting with the world around him is a source of constant joy for him. The work captures this enthusiasm in the form of a toy that any young child might want to play with, which also reflects the energy and passion of youth itself.

In Dia’s own words:

“I wanted to create a body of work that captures a young child’s energy using the traditional shapes and colours I grew up with. By embracing this connection between the old and the new, the (Freddie collection) allows me to leave a piece of my childhood in the metaverse for future generations to enjoy.”


Freddie 1.0 #4

Freddie 1.0 #3

Freddie 1.0 #2

This collection of eight digital sculptures is inspired by Dia al-Azzawi’s grandson, Freddie, whose enthusiasm for playing and interacting with the world around him is a source of constant joy for him. The work captures this enthusiasm in the form of a toy that any young child might want to play with, which also reflects the energy and passion of youth itself.

In Dia’s own words:

“I wanted to create a body of work that captures a young child’s energy using the traditional shapes and colours I grew up with. By embracing this connection between the old and the new, the (Freddie collection) allows me to leave a piece of my childhood in the metaverse for future generations to enjoy.”



Freddie 1.0 #1

"My music is not just for the moment... it's forever." - DMX (1970-2021)
One year ago we lost a hip hop legend. DMX lives on through his powerful lyrics and no fear spirit. This street art poster was created to remember a hero and pioneer.

We Right Here

The title of this piece is Thought Creation, it is part of a new collection of fractal portraits in the Eternal Energy series. This digital painting started as a real-world pencil illustration, scanned at 4k resolution, and then carefully painted, with layers of digital fractal art until the final result.

Your life right now is a mirror of your past thoughts. ⁠ What will your life look like with your future thoughts? Today can be the first day of your new Thought Creation.

Linder's newest collection of artwork is titled Eternal Energy. Energy cannot be created or destroyed, it always was, always has been, everything that ever existed always exists, it's moving into form, through form, and out of form.

THOUGHT CREATION

He's dazed and confused, but knows who he is and what he wants,
He's got his car, is high as a kite, listening to Rock & Roll and pickin' up chicks...
He's Pepe McConaughey.
All right, all right, all right.

Pepe McConaughey

This NFT is based on the story below. All the works in this series are evolutions in the stages of the story.  Each image works on its own, but together and in context they tell a tale that leaves room for the imagination of the viewer to complete. 

The Occurrence: Part I

Out of the blue of an otherwise perfectly ordinary day, it came careening down from the sky, crashing in a spectacular and seemingly endless cloud of shimmering ash that spread throughout the land, sparing nothing. No one could possibly have known what would ensue. When the dust finally settled, it was onto a world that would be forever transformed. 

Some say it began on the day that The Child first noticed an almost imperceptible difference in the colors on a snake. But it was still the Before Times, and no one yet understood.

What All agreed on, in retrospect, is that there is a dark side to seductive beauty that at first remains unseen…

Occurrence: Species 3 / The Ash

Occurrence: Species 3 / Disappearance

Occurrence: Species 3 / Transmutation 5

Occurrence: Species 3 / Transmutation 4

Occurrence: Species 3 / Transmutation 3

ABOUT: The  Occurrence: Species 3 / Transmutation 1
This image is one from a series of works that unfold with gradual changes relating to the brief story, "The Occurrence: Part 1," which can be found in Memoirs. All the works in this series are evolutions in the stages of the story. They begin with The Ash, move into Transmutations, and slip into Disappearance. Each image works on its own, but together and in context they tell a tale that leaves room for the imagination of the viewer to complete. Much of my work implies rather than states in order to afford the viewer a participatory role in creating the narrative, a story that incorporates their own creativity, memories, and experiences.

Read "The Occurrence: Part 1" in Memoirs

Occurrence: Species 3 / Transmutation 2

ABOUT: The  Occurrence: Species 3 / Transmutation 1
This image is one from a series of works that unfold with gradual changes relating to the brief story, "The Occurrence: Part 1." All the works in this series are evolutions in the stages of the story. They begin with The Ash, move into Transmutations, and slip into Disappearance. Each image works on its own, but together and in context they tell a tale that leaves room for the imagination of the viewer to complete. Much of my work implies rather than states in order to afford the viewer a participatory role in creating the narrative, a story that incorporates their own creativity, memories, and experiences.

Read "The Occurrence: Part 1" in Memoirs





Occurrence: Species 3  / Transmutation 1

Homo Metaversus - 2019
WEB 3.0 style we are not only products anymore.

Homo Metaversus

8'X8" mural created for SXSW in Austin, TX 

Sting Like A Bee

Panel Painted for HOPE Non-Profit SXSW activation event.

Untitled

"if you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours."
- Dolly Parton

give 'em a smile

This action painting was created with rage, passion and completely in the moment. I used spray paint and heavy duty wire on linen to create it. My father was a Chicago firefighter and I used to stay at the fire house as a kid and ride in the fire truck with him on runs. I watched him lead his crew up into burning buildings. He was badly burned when I was a kid which was traumatic for me, seeing his melted skin. Fire has always been a strong symbol of destruction and beauty and danger in my life. As has been wire; because like him in his 'side job' I was a journeyman electrician. I hate wire and I hated wiring houses in the dead of winter in Chicago. The thrash marks were made with violent strokes using heavy duty wire, and I injured myself in the process. 

Is it true that I must first go through the fire to become a man? 




"Fire, man"

This piece is  somewhat of a self-portrait. ER's deep passion for nature and  his interest in the powers within are a common thread in his work. The original was created on an 8'x8' wood panel using spray paint. 

In There Somewhere

This NFT is a symbol of optimism, strength and bravery when facing unsurmountable challenges. The Help in on the Way Kid is portrayed shirtless and vulnerable. Despite this, he has a look of determination, ready to face whatever challenges come his way. This NFT expands on that idea with an army of children, all wearing masks symbolizing their innocence. The masks also allow the viewer to place themselves in the picture, those kids can represent any of us. 

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