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Digital Storytelling with Chad Torkelsen
Episode 64: Show Notes.
The NFT space is a blend of technology and creative freedom that is not possible in other art mediums, and is an unmatched way of story-telling. This is the opinion of today’s guest, Chad Torkelsen, adventure photographer and digital artist, born and raised in the Pacific Northwest. Chad has a deep passion for traveling and connecting with people from different cultures, and through that his interest in NFTs was born. He wanted to be able to share his traveling experiences and the amazing things he saw, so he used his skills as a photographer to leverage the NFT space. In today’s episode, we learn what got Chad interested in art and photography, how he became interested in NFTs, and the benefits the space offers to emerging artists. He also tells us about his journey into the world of NFTs, from the various jobs he had to the first time he picked up a camera. Don’t miss out on this fascinating conversation with adventure lover and photographer, Chad Torkelsen!
Key Points From This Episode:
• Introduction and background about today’s guest, Chad Torkelsen.
• Hear about his most recent gallery exhibition and how it went.
• We find out if Chad owns a hardware wallet and if he actually uses it.
• How Top Shot got him interested in joining the NFT space.
• Reasons why Chad thinks NFTs are the future for emerging artists.
• Chad shares what got him interested in art and why he chose photography.
• We hear about all the different jobs Chad had before joining the NFT space.
• He explains how the jobs outside of NFTs paved the way for him to join the industry.
• Find out why foxes are one of Chad’s favorite animals.
• He tells us what his favorite food is and why.
• A moment from college that impacted him and his career.
• Chad shares advice for artists who are interested in the NFT space.
• Why he would choose to live in Chamonix, France if he could live anywhere.
• Chad asks Norcal about his first photography NFT purchase.
• Whether becoming an art collector has changed Norcal.
• Ways in which becoming an art collector has affected Norcal’s appreciation of art.
• What Chad appreciates about NFTs the most and why.
• He gives a shoutout to people he admires in the NFT space.
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