FAQ

It is my intent to be upfront and transparent about my approach to my career and NFTs along with the plans I have going forward. I want there to be clarity around my intentions so that current collectors and potential collectors can make informed decisions about supporting my art and journey as a digital artist. My approach is likely to evolve over time, especially since we are in the relatively early days of Web3.

If you have a question that isn't answered in this FAQ or elsewhere on my website, please don't hesitate to reach out to me and start a conversation.

I am creating hand-drawn 1/1 digital art illustrations. Each piece is created by me using primarily Adobe Fresco and occasionally Adobe Photoshop.

My style is melancholy yet playful with nod to comic book style art and a penchant for subtle cyberpunk and dark elements. I utilize grayscale mixed with color to create dramatic expressions born of overthinking, anxiety, and things left unsaid.

You can expect new pieces from me on a consistent basis. Typically every week or two, depending upon the chaos of life.

My artwork will be made available in the following ways. Please allow me to explain:

Obstacles to Fate Series on OpenSea

https://opensea.io/collection/obstacles-to-fate

The 1/1 pieces in my Obstacles to Fate Series collection are minted on my own ERC-721 smart contract via Manifold.xyz. This is an ongoing series. Pieces within this series are connected thematically and stylistically exploring the same topic. Learn more here.

For the 1/1 NFTs in this collection I also offer an optional collector print gift available for the primary collector.

Self-Titled Collection for Stand-alone Pieces on Foundation

https://foundation.app/collection/sarahspannjames

The 1/1 pieces in my self-titled collection are minted on my own ERC-721 smart contract via Manifold.xyz and are made available on Foundation with a reserve price set for auction. These stand-alone artworks are grouped together in this self-titled collection because each individual piece stands on its own without any thematic connection to a larger series or collection of works. 

SJ Collabs on Foundation

https://foundation.app/collection/sjcollabs

The pieces in the SJ Collabs collection on Foundation are 1/1 collaborations with other artists. These pieces have a reserve price set for auction. These pieces are minted on Foundation.

• I do NOT sell prints to the general public of my 1/1 NFT artwork.

• I do print 1-2 artist proof prints for my own use and archives. If the opportunity arises, I may also have a larger print created for exhibitions, shows, displays, etc.

• As the artist, I retain all copyrights and licensing rights to my artwork.

This information applies to my solo created artworks. It may be different for collaboration pieces, so please contact me about collab pieces.

I grant a limited license to each NFT holder that reads as follows and is included in the description of every minted NFT:

NFT holder can display privately, or in commercial and non-commercial settings, or in groups with an unlimited number of participants. The License includes unlimited use and display in virtual or physical galleries, documentaries, and essays by the NFT holder, as long as the artist is credited. Provides no rights to create commercial merchandise, commercial distribution, or derivative works. Copyright remains with the artist. 

As the collector, you are welcome to print the NFT you hold for your own display uses in line with the above-mentioned license. If you are interested in doing something that falls outside of the granted license, please contact me and we can discuss it.

This information applies to my solo created artworks. It may be different for collaboration pieces, so please contact me about collab pieces.

I am active on social media (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) building community and promoting my artwork on a daily basis.

I also make consistent efforts to submit my work for consideration to arts publications, galleries, exhibitions, events, and more. You can check my calendar to see recent and upcoming activities. My full list of exhibitions, publications, awards, and other achievements can be seen on my artist cv. If you are a current holder of one of my pieces  (and I have your contact information), I will always make an effort to reach out and let you know about exhibitions or publications of the piece so we can both share in the excitement and you can feel confident about the value of the artwork increasing over time.