Richard NadlerYamabushi's Horizons
Verse is pleased to introduce Yamabushi's Horizons - a new art series of Richard Nadler that transcends the boundaries of imagination and technology. This collection of Japanese landscapes, meticulously crafted by a custom AI model, pays homage to Yamabushi, a source of inspiration and motivation for all who encounter its wonders.
Yamabushi are mountain priests or ascetic hermits in Japan who follow the traditions of Shugendō, a spiritual practice combining elements of Buddhism, Shintoism, and indigenous mountain worship. The term "yamabushi" translates to "those who lie down in the mountains." At the genesis of this series, the fusion of AI prowess and generative art strokes birthed majestic mountains that pierced the sky with unwavering determination. These towering peaks stand as powerful symbols, representing the challenges and obstacles that confront us on life's arduous path. Through the wisdom imparted by Yamabushi, we learn to perceive these formidable summits as opportunities for personal growth and transformative experiences.
Every artwork in this series exudes a sense of motivation, echoing Yamabushi's teachings. It serves as a reminder that life's challenges should be embraced as opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The AI-generated landscapes and skillful strokes of generative art act as visual metaphors, reflecting the wisdom of Yamabushi and empowering us to tap into our inner strength and resilience.
Yamabushi's Horizons stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit. It reminds us that we possess the inherent power to rise above challenges, embracing the unknown with courage and finding inspiration within the unexplored landscapes of our lives.
Every collector is eligible to claim a physical signed print by 31 July 2023.
Each edition can only be printed once. You must prove ownership of the NFT and cover the shipping costs at the time of claiming the print here:
*for 20 x 20 cm prints
*for 60 x 60 cm prints
The prints will be printed with our local London printing studio on Somerset Velvet 255gsm. The prints will be signed before shipping. Handling and shipping is $75 or 120$ depending on the size. This page will keep track of which Yamabushi's Horizons NFTs have been printed. For live updated status of NOT AVAILABLE for print works please check here.
Richard Nadler
Richard Nadler (b.1987) is a generative artist from Germany who explores identity through potent colors and provocative textures. His work spans latent diffusion, GAN, and code-based techniques. He is most known for his Japanese GenArt Collection, which explores his life-long fascination with the culture of Japan, a place he would frequently travel with his late father.
Based in Munich, Nadler...
