This 2099 GP Helmets NFT Art Collection offers a truly exclusive experience for fans of F1 and digital art. Start collecting now: 20 helmets each in only 99 editions.
Fast facts
- VFX artist Angelo White created “2099 GP Helmets”, an NFT art collection envisioning futuristic GP helmets.
- The collection combines his F1 fandom and Hollywood VFX expertise, incorporating AI technology.
- However initial AI experiments show promising results, output required further professional development.
- The art pieces showcase handcrafted intricate details and unique styles, dedicated to individual drivers.
- Social media posts of prototypes gained wide coverage on platforms like SkySports and ESPNF1.
- High demand prompted expansion of the collection to include all current F1 drivers’ helmets.
- The 2099 GP Helmets collection offers an exclusive experience for F1 and digital art enthusiasts.
- Every drivers’ helmet from todays line-up has a futuristic design, with only 99 editions available for each.
- The NFT Art Collection gains significant attention and attracts collectors seeking limited-edition artworks.
Fast facts
- VFX artist Angelo White created “2099 GP Helmets”, an NFT art collection envisioning futuristic GP helmets.
- The collection combines his F1 fandom and Hollywood VFX expertise, incorporating AI technology.
- However initial AI experiments show promising results, output required further professional development.
- The art pieces showcase handcrafted intricate details and unique styles, dedicated to individual drivers.
- Social media posts of prototypes gained wide coverage on platforms like SkySports and ESPNF1.
- High demand prompted expansion of the collection to include all current F1 drivers’ helmets.
- The 2099 GP Helmets collection offers an exclusive experience for F1 and digital art enthusiasts.
- Every drivers’ helmet from todays line-up has a futuristic design, with only 99 editions available for each.
- The NFT Art Collection gains significant attention and attracts collectors seeking limited-edition artworks.
NFT ART COLLECTION / LIMITED EDITION / 1980 ITEMS / AI INSPIRED / HANDCRAFTED INTRICATE DETAILS / DEDICATED TO CURRENT DRIVERS / ENVISIONING FUTURISTIC GP HELMETS / EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE / 20 IMAGINARY HELMETS / ONLY 99 EDITIONS EACH
10 TEAMS / 20 DRIVERS / 99 EDITIONS
10 TEAMS / 20 DRIVERS / 99 EDITIONS
2099 GP HELMETS
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HOW IT STARTED
2099 GP Helmets is an NFT art collection. The brainchild of VFX artist Angelo White. A futuristic study on how GP helmets could hypothetically evolve over time. As a Hollywood VFX artist and huge fan of F1, he fused these two epic universes together and came up with the raw foundations of this artificial intelligence based project.
Although results proved that the basic output of the initial AI prompts was encouraging, there was still a lot of traditional VFX work to do.
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HOW IT EVOLVED
Following numerous experiments and prototypes – paying close attention to lighting, color grading, textures, 3D elements, and backgrounds – a collection of art pieces dedicated to individual drivers and teams emerged.
The attention to detail is clearly showcased in the final result of each artwork, with each piece displaying a unique style that complements the specific driver or team, aligning perfectly with his creative vision.
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HOW IT WENT VIRAL
In January ’23, an Instagram post shared with his followers showcased initial prototypes which received wide media coverage and enthusiasm from dedicated VFX, design and F1 platforms like Sky Sports and ESPN F1. This inspired White to “finish the grid” and envision each driver’s helmet from todays line-up as part of a futuristic “2099” collection of artworks.
This sparked immense interest accompanied by a flood of direct messages from people eager to secure one. It became clear that this NFT art collection was only a matter of time.
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HOW TO COLLECT!
2099 GP Helmets offers a truly exclusive experience for fans of F1 and digital art. Start collecting now: 20 helmets, each in a limited run of only 99 editions.
Available as:
- a single NFT from your favorite driver
- a set of (matching numbers) of both team-mates*
- set of three (matching numbers) World Driver Champions (WDC’s)*
- a full-grid-set*, containing all 20 drivers NFT’s in a complete bundel also with matching-edition-numbers.
*All sets are OpenSea bundles, containing the amount of tokens as mentioned, each with the same/matching serial-number. If you have selling intentions: no worries. You can trade sets in the bundle you acquired it in. Or choose to un-bundle the set via your OpenSea account and settings of that specific bundle in an instant.
DISCLAIMER: 2099 GP HELMETS is unofficial and is not associated in any way with the Formula 1 companies or related trade marks of Formula One Licensing B.V.
About Us
Hi! We are iCandy. New “kids” on the block-chain. And: here to stay.
Based in Switzerland and with a global reach through our diverse hubs, we are committed to leaving a lasting impact. Our dedicated team of eight individuals is passionate about empowering our artist and company partners, enabling them to unleash the full potential of their artwork and opportunities into imaginative NFT assets and collectibles.
The iCandy team is poised to make its mark in the world of blockchain technology. Each one brings a wealth of expertise gained from their involvement in challenging projects for renowned entities such as Heineken, Universal, Ing, Talpa, DHL, Marvel, Disney, 20th Century Fox, Netflix, and many others.
Embrace the future of art with iCandy: where innovation and creativity collide in the world of blockchain.
About Angelo White
Angelo, our resident Director of Arts at iCandy, was born in 1990 in The Netherlands. After immersing himself in online tutorials, he delved into the world of 3D and visual effects. Through this self-study, he managed to craft a modest yet captivating short film that quickly gained popularity in the Netherlands. This achievement paved the way for his acceptance into Vancouver Film School, marking the beginning of his flourishing career in VFX.
"I believe in the power of collaboration, and strive to bring out the best in myself and those around me to drive success.”
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
- Films: Snow White, G.I. Joe, Hobbit, Planets of the Apes, Maze Runner, The BFG, Jungle Book (Oscar Winner Best VFX).
- Music videos: Martin Garrix, Lost Frequencies, Lucas and Steve, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Sam Feldt, R3HAB.
- Commercials: Samsung, Vodafone, Mercedes, Insight TV
F.A.Q.
As soon as the 2099 GP Helmets collection has been minted, it will become publicly available for purchase on OpenSea.
Please note that OpenSea primarily uses Ethereum as its currency. If you’re interested in buying, selling, or trading NFTs on OpenSea, you’ll need a digital wallet such as MetaMask. Serving as a reliable interface to the Ethereum blockchain, MetaMask, accessible via a browser extension, facilitates easy management of your Ethereum transactions.
Absolutely, the inception of this project is rooted in AI.
Angelo White, a Hollywood VFX artist and a big fan of F1, combined his passions to lay the groundwork for this AI-centric project.
While the initial AI prompts produced promising outcomes, they still required a significant amount of traditional VFX work to refine them. Following numerous experiments and prototypes – paying close attention to lighting, color grading, textures, 3D elements, and backgrounds – a genuine collection of art emerged.
This artistic endeavor established him as a legitimate artist.
No, it is not. The artist curated this collection as a tribute, celebrating the fusion of his professional career in VFX and his personal love for motorsport.
2099 GP HELMETS is unofficial and is not associated in any way with the Formula 1 companies. F1, FORMULA ONE, FORMULA 1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing B.V.
Details about the roadmap of this collection can be found on our 2099 GP Helmets website. While we do not plan on arranging exclusive events or VIP benefits in real life, we are excited about launching our collaborative iCandy.works and community-focused icandy.club websites this summer.
We are also thinking of introducing unlockable content, enabling token holders to connect their wallets to download an HD file of their 2099 GP Helmets artwork, allowing them to create a physical artwork.
This is indeed our first collection drop. However, it isn’t the first collection we created, nor will it be the last. We are “new kids on the blockchain”, and we are here to stay.
At iCandy we are fully focused on art, photography, collectibles, sports and music.
So, you won’t find pixelated whales or apathetic apes here. Instead, we offer genuine artwork from dedicated artists and business partners.
We assist them with transforming their artwork and opportunities into meticulously crafted and innovative digital assets, ensuring they receive the IP rights, licenses, and royalties they deserve.
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