FRIDA KAHLO ANIMATIONS

"Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird" , painted in 1940 by Frida Kahlo, is a captivating artwork that reveals the deep emotions and struggles of the artist's life. Through this self-portrait, Kahlo bares her inner turmoil and vulnerability, inviting viewers into her world of pain and resilience. The painting depicts Kahlo wearing a thorn necklace, which symbolizes the emotional and physical pain she endured throughout her life. The thorns penetrate her skin, representing the anguish she experienced due to physical ailments and personal tribulations. Despite the suffering, Kahlo maintains a steady gaze, conveying her strength and determination to confront her challenges head-on.

The inclusion of the hummingbird adds an element of delicacy and hope to the composition. Hummingbirds are often associated with joy, beauty, and endurance. In this context, the hummingbird could be interpreted as a symbol of resilience and the ability to find solace amidst pain. It serves as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there can be glimpses of beauty and the promise of healing. Now, let's explore the concept of animating this iconic artwork in the form of an NFT (Non-Fungible Token). NFTs have gained significant popularity in recent years as a medium for digital art ownership and distribution. An animated version of "Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird" could add a new dimension to the artwork, bringing it to life in ways that static images cannot. Through animation, the thorns on Kahlo's necklace could sway gently, symbolizing the constant presence of pain in her life. The hummingbird, representing hope, could flutter its wings gracefully, conveying a sense of movement and vitality. This animation would accentuate the contrast between the enduring pain and the resiliency that Kahlo embodies. Furthermore, the use of NFT technology would allow for the authentication and ownership of this animated version of Kahlo's self-portrait. Collectors and enthusiasts could own a unique digital token that grants them exclusive rights to this particular iteration of the artwork.

In the animated adaptation of Frida Kahlo's powerful artwork, "The Broken Column" , the painting takes on a new dimension of movement and interactivity. Through the integration of animation and blockchain technology, this iconic piece becomes a dynamic and collectible digital experience. The integration of blockchain technology adds an additional layer of significance to this animated artwork. By tokenizing the animated version of "The Broken Column" as a non-fungible token (NFT), its authenticity and ownership are securely recorded on the blockchain. Collectors and art enthusiasts can acquire a unique digital token that represents their ownership of this specific iteration of the artwork.

Through animation, the broken pieces of the column shift, tears flow, and the landscape transforms, capturing the essence of Kahlo's resilience and emotional journey. Coupled with blockchain technology, this animated artwork becomes a collectible NFT, offering a unique and secure digital ownership experience that honors Kahlo's enduring legacy.

In summary, paintings by Frida Kahlo are powerful and introspective artworks that delves into the artist's emotional and physical struggles. An animated adaptation of this paintings as an NFT would provide a dynamic and interactive experiences, highlighting the themes of pain and resilience. This merging of traditional art with digital technology showcases the evolving nature of art in the modern era.

THE ARTIST : GALA MIRISSA

Spanish female artist pioneer in NFT, Gala Mirissa is one of the greatest digital artists of the 21st century born in Barcelona.

Gala had already worked with the Steemit network since 2016, and his corresponding cryptocurrency.

Before becoming a freelance crypto artist, she worked animating images by renowned photographers and painters, now focusing on generative art, artificial intelligence, JavaScript and 3D.

She is the NFT artist for the upcoming Hollywood movie “FRESH KILLS”, directed by the famous actress Jennifer Esposito.

Pioneering on NFT , her work has been exhibited and auctioned all over the world, including the NASDAQ BILLBOARD in NYC, MOCA, HIVE, NIFTIES NFT.NYC 2020, CAFA CHINA, NFT.NYC TIMES SQUARE 2022, Cryptoart Island VIP in Gibraltar (Wisekeys), Alcalá Subastas Madrid, Templum Fine Art Subastas (Barcelona), Fauve Fine Art (Paris), Duran Subastas Madrid, KHON FUTURE (Bangok UNESCO), Artemiza Foundation USA, UNESCO IAIAP (Italy), International Festival at Saba Gallery (Teheran/Iran), Graffity Queens (Descentraland), Cryptovoxels and Descentraland VR Gallery, as well as a screening at the Denver Clock Tower.

Finalist in the Visual Artist Award Miami 2018 for Best Technical Innovation, her work was also Award-winning for inclusion in the International Filmmaker Biennale Women in Cinema (Berlin) and she was interviewed about the participation of women in Multimedia Art.

Award-winning finalist in 2022, in a contest for posters of the prestigious Cava Codorníu brand .

She was named by BeInCrypto on International Women’s Day 2021 as one of the three most influential hispanic women in the cryptocurrency industry who are using NFT (non-fungible token) technology and ranks amongst the top sales in the rank list of NFT by CryptoArt.io (https://cryptoart.io/artist/galamirissa ).

​Mapping projection on the Clock Tower on Denver, as a part of the Denver Threatre District´s Night Lights Denver Program from the ARTPROJECT Descentralizated Community, in February 2020.

​February 2022, Gala was interviewed by ELLE´s fashion magazine and created the first NFT ELLE cover with the top model **BARBARA PALVIN.**The profits went to an association against childhood cancer.

In 8th March, Mirissa was interviewed in «Oliver Press English News» to tribute women artists in the Women´s Day.

Among her interviews, the appearance on the Spanish television newscast talking about the NFT and the collaboration with the documentary LA CRIPTOTRIBU broadcast throughout Spain stand out.