The Island

In this episode of the Island Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Paola Bravlowski, the head of the research department at The Island. Paola, a London-based art historian, discusses the exciting intersection of technology and art. She talks about the rise of NFTs and AI in the art world and how these technologies are shaping artistic creativity. Paola also emphasises the importance of bridging the gap b...

Matthieu Poirier is a French art historian and curator known for his significant contributions to contemporary art history. Poirier specializes in Abstract and Perceptual art and has curated several in-depth exhibitions worldwide. He discusses his new exhibition in Paris at Palais d'Iéna, opening on Tuesday 17th, where he invited 2 world-known artists: Daniel Buren and Michelangelo Pistoletto. Hos...

Artist Stefan Brüggemann, The Island's first commissioned artist, sits down with Marcin, The Island's co-founder and collector, for an open discussion about art and its future. They delve into the dynamic relationship between artists and collectors, exploring the evolving landscape of digital art as a medium for contemporary artists and the innovative strides being made in the realm of art history...

Join us for the second episode of our captivating two-part series as we embark on a journey into the realm of conceptual artists and their profound influence on contemporary generative artists. Sebastien Montabonel, CEO of the Island, once again joins us to talk about the role of museums and galleries for on-chain arts. In our discussions, we will cover essential aspects such as the pivotal role o...

Join us for the first episode of our captivating two-part series as we embark on a journey into the realm of conceptual artists and their profound influence on contemporary generative artists. In this inaugural episode, our CEO Sebastien Montabonel takes us back to the origins of conceptual art, unravelling its impact on the vibrant world of generative art today. Additionally, we have a special tr...

Ahead of our trip to Paris, Sebastien, our CEO, and Marcin, an art collector and investor in The Island, discuss the Sotheby's sale powered by the ArtBlocks Engine . We cover: Sotheby's entering the primary market Why Sotheby's is not a surprise entering it The strategy beyond the technology innovation Vera Molnár's legacy for on-chain art Dutch auction in perspective Follow us on Twitter for more...

Sebastien, our CEO, and Marcin, an art collector and investor in The Island, were among the exclusive group of collectors and museum directors invited to a private event held at Stefan Brüggemann's residency in Ibiza. They later discussed and reviewed the experience. https://www.wallpaper.com/art/stefan-bruggemann-new-studio-and-residency-ibiza Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

The Island's CEO Sebastien Montabonel analysis the result of Sotheby's Grails Part II. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We catchup up about NFC Lisbon 2023, our panels and the event we organised with Tyler Hobbs and Sol Lewitt's contemporary legacy at the ABS artists' villa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jean-Michel Paillon and Sebastien Montabonel discuss the 4 areas required to build a great art collection: Bespoke Strategy and timeline for building the collection Data  Access to buy the right pieces The reputation of the collector This was recorded on Thursday 11th May 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alfredo Cramerotti, director of Mostym Museum and co-director of IAM Infinity Art Museum, and Auronda Scalera, co-director of IAM Infinity Art Museum, talk about art-on chain and their upcoming projects. Moderated by Marek Wolynski, Partner at The Island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.