Physical Artwork

Traditional Media and Tangible Artistic Expressions

halluciphile's artistic journey began with traditional art media before transitioning to digital forms in adulthood. These early works demonstrate the foundational techniques and aesthetic sensibilities that would later inform the digital and blockchain-based practice.

"Ranging many media formats, his artistic expressions started with traditional art media and became more digital in his adulthood. The background in professional experience provides the foundational knowledge required to subvert established norms effectively."

Traditional Media Practice

The early exploration of traditional media provided the technical foundation for later digital work. This includes:

  • Drawing and illustration
  • Print and design work
  • Mixed media experimentation
  • Album artwork and promotional materials

Evolution to Digital

The transition from traditional to digital media occurred in adulthood, with the artist carrying forward principles of composition, color theory (particularly CMYK), and experimental technique into digital practice.

Physical Artwork Sample

Example of physical artwork and design

Album Artwork & Design

Midnight Spectral
Midnight Spectral Album Art

Physical release artwork for CD and Cassette formats

Promotional Poster
Promotional Poster Design

Print media for events and releases

m/eow Cover
m/eow Cover Art

Cassette insert design for NFT project

Physical/Digital Bridge

The m/eow-bside project (2024) represents a unique bridge between physical and digital art practices. The NFT image is formatted specifically as a cassette insert, creating a nostalgic reference to physical, fixed media while existing as a blockchain token.

Hybrid Approach:

  • Physical Aesthetics: Cassette insert design, album artwork references
  • Digital Tokens: Blockchain-based ownership and provenance
  • Archival Strategy: IPFS storage with traditional design sensibility
  • Cultural Context: "Post-Y2K" nostalgia for physical media formats

This hybrid methodology demonstrates how traditional design principles can enhance and contextualize digital tokenized art.

Physical Releases

Release Format Year Type
Midnight Spectral CD, Cassette N/A Album
Promotional Posters Print Various Event Materials
Album Artwork Print/Digital Various Design Work