PRESS RELEASE. Not only are the financial markets experiencing a revolution due to blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, but NFTs are changing the digital space for artists and consumers and investors. NFTs, already a multi-billion dollar sector, have witnessed an incredible rise of art collectors and investors, from professionals to hobbyists and newbies. Digital artwork and collections are selling for tremendous amounts of money as art becomes more accessible than ever before. Being an art collector used to be a highly exclusive activity to indulge in, reserved only for a small subset of people. However, NFT technology has now opened doors for everyone.
One of the highest anticipated collections is Meta Penguin Island, created by Thomas Loopstra and Maurice Baltissen from Mitsi Studios in the Netherlands. The two are icons in the digital art scene, and the project’s quality proves why.
What is Meta Penguin Island?
Meta Penguin Island is a community-driven NFT project built around a passionate and interactive community. A collection of 8888 unique penguins designed by Mitsi Studio, categorized by their rarity and generated in 4K resolution with hundreds of passionately detailed elements, the project offers an interactive and exciting NFT experience. It is stored as ERC-721 tokens on the Ethereum blockchain as it makes its way into the Metaverse to the rightful owners. The 8888 penguins are based on 200 traits, expressing different personalities.
Why Are Meta Penguins So Anticipated?
The Artists
The two Dutch artists have designed globally, gaining respect for notable brands. Thomas Loopstra is an animation wizard who breathes life into characters and environments and excels in creating any design. Maurice Baltissen, on the other hand, is a 3D specialist who delivers excellent animations and illustrations with great attention to detail. He’s continuously