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The Philippines has long been making waves in the worlds of Web3 and art, capturing the attention of tech enthusiasts and art appreciators alike.
As the second-highest global adopter of cryptocurrencies, and a robust cornerstone of the thriving Tezos art ecosystem, this archipelago has catapulted itself to the forefront of where art and technology intersect.
From Art Basel Hong Kong to Art Moments Jakarta and S.E.A Focus, the success of exhibitions organized by TZ APAC at world-renowned art exhibitions have been in part due to the works by prominent Filipino artists featured, like Bjorn Calleja and loopymoon.
The buzzing Tezos communities in the Philippines also make the Tezos ecosystem a vibrant place to be, organizing grassroots events like Tezmas.
The @TezosPHL community gathered to celebrate #christmas in style, by doing what they do best: Creating great art.
— TZ APAC (@TzApac) December 20, 2022
Here are your #tezmasph winners.#tezos #tezmas22 #tezmas #christmasArt pic.twitter.com/YWcZh0NHRc
This collaboration is aimed at empowering Filipino artists to realize their artistic aspirations, and to provide them with the necessary support, resources, and knowledge to flourish in the rapidly-evolving world of Web3 technology and digital art.
The shared vision is to cultivate a thriving community of artists in the Philippines and beyond, driving innovation and creativity in the Web3 ecosystem.
Katherine Ng, TZ APAC Managing Director, echoes Cristian’s enthusiasm for what lies ahead:
DSH Manila has been diligently working to cultivate a vibrant arts community, with a dedicated artist collective already in place.
In an effort to expand the collective’s reach and enhance its creative potential, DSH Manila will be conducting workshops to introduce members to the Tezos ecosystem. These workshops will provide valuable insights into the exciting possibilities offered by Web3 technology, equipping artists with the skills and knowledge to leverage the opportunities that the Tezos ecosystem offers.
Here’s also what to expect: an exciting month-long art incubator program where artists will live and learn together from experienced mentors, culminating in an exhibition attended by community partners!
Selected artists can benefit from this opportunity to nurture their artistic skills within a supportive and inspiring environment.
Participants are granted access to a private workspace and accommodations at Draper Startup House Manila, as well as specialized tools and resources to facilitate their creative endeavors.
Additionally, the residency provides a platform for fostering collaborations and building networks among fellow artists, further enriching the experience for all involved.
Through the month of April, participants will be working towards creating their own unique masterpiece which will be showcased at a private exhibition. This will be an NFT artwork minted on AkaSwap, and showcased at an exhibition at the end of the month.
Creative and Career Development Workshops
DSH Manila will organize educational workshops designed to inspire and educate, where participants can learn more about creating opportunities to further their career.
Personal Mentorship Sessions
Successful artists will take participants on a personalized journey, where they can refine their artistic skills and explore new creative avenues.
Art Exhibit and Networking Event
DSH Manila and TZ APAC will invite community partners from our network, such as various gallerists, curators, and collectors. The goal here is to connect participating artists with these community partners, and create a long-lasting synergy between them.
The Art Incubator and Residency Program will run across the entire month of April 2023.
10 artists from different backgrounds will be selected to participate.
The aim is both to nurture upcoming NFT artists, and to allow artists who have only operated in the traditional and digital spaces to be introduced to Web3 and NFTs. Artists who have never minted NFTs before are highly encouraged to apply.
From Singapore to Sri Lanka and now the Philippines, TZ APAC and Draper Startup House are leaving footprints all over the Asian region.
Both TZ APAC and Draper Startup House see a wealth of untapped potential in Asia in entrepreneurship and the arts, and are greatly mission-aligned in realizing this potential within the region.
The goal of TZ APAC is to empower the Asian champions in Web3 through education, community-building, and strategic partnerships.
Draper Startup House is on a mission to create 1 million new businesses worldwide through its global business ecosystem. With presence in 7 countries across Asia, they are committed to supporting entrepreneurs across the region.
In December 2022, Draper Startup House joined TZ APAC in its quest to empower the next generation of Web3 entrepreneurs with the TZ APAC Tezos Incubator, where DSH Founder Vikram Bharati participated as a mentor and conducted a masterclass.
“Way to go @tezos, way to go @dshglobal — this is going to be a lot of fun.”
— TZ APAC (@TzApac) October 31, 2022
A special message from @TimDraper as we build up to Demo Day of the EGG Web3 Incubator (EW3I) happening on 7 December. pic.twitter.com/yg3PGWsO2I
In February 2022, TZ APAC was joined by Tim Draper himself in Colombo, for a solid panel discussion on entrepreneurship to inspire the Sri Lankan entrepreneur community.
Hearty congratulations to @dshglobal for its launch in Sri Lanka 👏
— TZ APAC (@TzApac) February 9, 2023
Team @TzApac was pleased to join @TimDraper and the DSH team in Colombo to celebrate this milestone.
Here are some highlights from the trip: pic.twitter.com/Z0ANnseu9a
The Art Residency and Incubator Program is the next frontier of this partnership, and TZ APAC is greatly looking forward to the positive impact we can leave together in the Philippines.
