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Meet Jean Vincent Naurais (Digital Art Futurist) and discover his fantasy cultural year.
Jean Vincent Naurais isn’t your typical art aficionado. Sure, he’s an art collector, investor, and downright obsessive lover of all things creative, but he’s also got a firm foot planted in the tech world, specifically where art meets virtual reality. He’s the visionary behind Artmonad, a Miami-based Art-Tech startup determined to integrate traditional art display methods into the 21st century.
Before he became a tech-savvy art revolutionary, Jean Vincent (or JV as he is known by his friends) spent 25 years navigating the real estate world, watching fine art climb the ladder from mere decorative delight to an investment powerhouse rivalling gold.
He came to a firm conclusion: art isn’t just for admiring, it’s a strategic asset, a tangible slice of cultural wealth.
But here’s the rub: while collectors see art as a goldmine, many artists are still scraping by, struggling for exposure in a market where physical galleries dominate.
That’s where Jean Vincent saw an opportunity. With advancements in 3D visualisation, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and the rise of Web3, he knew the art world needed a digital shake-up. And so, Artmonad was born.
With Artmonad, Jean Vincent aims to level the playing field. His vision? A world where artists don’t have to beg for wall space. Instead, they showcase their work in 3D galleries, accessible on any device, in VR with a headset, in AR exhibitions, or even via projection mapping.
Oh, and thanks to smart contracts, they can finally secure those elusive perpetual royalties on their work. No more losing out in the resale shuffle.
But this isn’t just about pretty virtual galleries. Artmonad is a business-first solution, powered by top-tier e-commerce and AI. Artists get tools that free them from the tangled mess of web design and sales management, allowing them to focus on what truly matters, creating. Plus, their work gets digitally preserved in immersive, evolving 3D environments.
For collectors, Artmonad delivers a seamless, one-click immersive experience. No need to travel to exclusive galleries, just hop into a guided 3D tour from the comfort of your couch. The stats speak for themselves: people spend 10 times longer on a 3D site, with click-through rates skyrocketing 20-fold. It’s not just a gimmick; it’s a game-changer.
Jean Vincent firmly believes we’re at the tipping point of an irreversible art-tech revolution. The future of art isn’t static, it’s dynamic, immersive, and deeply interactive. And he’s not just watching from the sidelines; he’s in the thick of it, making sure artists and collectors alike don’t get left behind in the digital dust.
Jean Vincent Naurais' fantasy cultural year
Guided by founder of the Arts and Culture Network, Mark Walmsley, Jean Vincent Naurais embarked on an imaginative exploration of his passions, technology, art and new talent.
Setting the Scene
Starting at Jean's favourite building, Mark and Jean imagined themselves in a cafe beneath the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Jean chose an Aperol Martini as his drink and a book titled "The Power of the Healing by Hand" by Barbara Brennan as his favourite book. Jean had read it 30 years ago, having a significant impact on his spiritual perspective and understanding of life.
A Global Study for Emerging Artists
Mark proposed an ambitious, fictitious foundation-funded journey for Jean: a worldwide study involving the creation of a digital gallery dedicated to emerging artists worldwide. The task would involve finding unknown artists and their best work, photographing them, and creating a virtual exhibition.
The study would involve a global lecture tour, a TV series, a TED Talk, and a book deal. Jean suggested starting in Miami Beach and then moving to Africa, specifically Kenya, to explore the work of young artists. Mark agreed to this plan, suggesting Jean travel to Mombasa, a coastal city in Kenya, to begin the year-long research.
The catch to go on this trip was that Jean could only listen to one genre of music for the whole year. Jean expressed a preference for ambient music, particularly Tibetan folk music, for relaxation
Cultural Exploration & Time Travel Adventures
Their conversation turned playful as they continued to design Jean's "fantasy cultural year," with Mark wielding a magic wand and time machine.
When Jean arrives in Mombasa and is taken to a waterfront property, he had to choose a dance performance to watch, with no restrictions on the dancer, group, or style.
Jean wanted to experience a traditional African dance performance, specifically one that involves fast footwork. Mark agreed to this idea and suggested that Jean could visit a local village on a bicycle to witness the performance. He also showed interest in trying local cuisine during their stay in Mombasa, despite some reservations about the taste. Mark suggested that Jean could choose his meal by observing what others are eating.
They also discussed the possibility of attending a sporting event in Mombasa, with Jean expressing a preference for a non-violent sport. Mark then proposed the idea of a rowing festival in Mombasa, which he showed interest in attending.
Exploring Art Forms and Experiences
Mark and Jean engaged in a lively discussion about various art forms and experiences. Jean expressed interest in stepping into the digital art gallery in Mombasa, with a preference for his wife's artwork. They also discussed attending a pop or rock show, with Jean suggesting a multi-artist event.
For theatre, they decided to watch a Shakespeare play at the Globe Theatre in London, and for opera, they chose to attend a performance at La Scala, Milan. Lastly, they discussed their preferences for movies and TV series, with Jean expressing a preference for series due to their ability to engage the viewer over a longer period.
Through this imaginative exercise, Jean's fantasy cultural year emerged as a lively, intellectually stimulating, and adventure-filled journey, bridging technology, galleries and art.
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