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generative art
What does generative art mean?
Digital artwork created by algorithms and code so that each minted piece is a unique, randomised combination of traits; the basis of most PFP and art NFT projects.
"Art Blocks made on-chain generative art a whole category."
Origin
Long-standing computational-art practice adopted as a core NFT genre.
Frequently asked questions
What is generative art in NFTs?
It's art made by code where an algorithm combines traits to produce a unique output for each mint, so no two pieces in the collection are identical.
What is the most famous generative art platform?
Art Blocks is the best-known platform, credited with turning on-chain generative art into a major NFT category.
Is generative art created before or after minting?
The algorithm typically runs at mint time, so the collector often doesn't know exactly what they'll get until the piece is generated.
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