# 🎨 Writing on Curio Cards for the "On NFT" book | *Taschen*

**Daniel A. Friedman** (2024) · *978-3-8365-9970-2*

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## Abstract

> Curio Cards is recognized in NFT archaeology as an early art NFT project on Ethereum, launched in 2017, which helped establish a new model for the creation and ownership of digital artwork. The project features contributions from seven artists and introduces computational features that connect art and its social context.

## Keywords

`Curio Cards` · `research ideation` · `creativity tools` · `interdisciplinary thinking` · `prompt-based exploration`

## Key Contributions

- Pioneered the creation of collectible digital art on the Ethereum blockchain.
- Introduced unique features in the ERC-721 Non-Fungible Token Standard.
- Provided a platform for artists to receive value and engage with collectors.
- Showcased a variety of artistic styles and media, including the first physical artworks and animated GIFs on Ethereum.

## Methods

- Utilized Ethereum blockchain technology for the creation and ownership of NFTs.
- Incorporated various artistic media such as digital art, printmaking, and animation.
- Engaged multiple artists with distinct styles to create a diverse collection.
- Developed a permanent online gallery to showcase the artwork.

## 🎯 Consulting & Tutoring

**Available for AI Research Consulting and Tutoring.** [Contact Daniel Ari Friedman, PhD](https://danielarifriedman.com/) for collaboration on Active Inference, Bayesian modeling, and computational biology.

## Citation

```bibtex
@article{2024_CurioCards,
  author = {Daniel A. Friedman},
  title = {{Writing on Curio Cards for the "On NFT" book | *Taschen*}},
  journal = {978-3-8365-9970-2},
  year = {2024},
}
```

## File Inventory

- `AGENTS.md` (1,759 bytes)
- `2024_CurioCards.pdf` (1,851,294 bytes)
- `README.md` (1,202 bytes)
- `SKILL.md` (1,628 bytes)