Let’s face it: The NFT space moves really fast. Considering how quickly things can change in the metaverse, a week in NFTs might as well be a month IRL.
Don’t get us wrong — the more people onboarded into the space, the merrier. But because of the constant influx of great art and ideas, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the news, launches, and general happenings.
Well, you can put the days of endless Twitter and Discord scrolling behind you, as we’ll be coming up with a weekly list of upcoming NFT drops you definitely don’t want to miss.
The Grand Delusion Part 1
Who: Ron English
What: Limited editions
When: May 9 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Nifty Gateway
Why: Over the past year, renowned artist Ron English has brought his well-known satirical takes on “Truth in Advertising” to the blockchain through a fantastical array of whimsical and creepy NFT collections. With The Grand Delusion, English will set out on a new journey with a collection of odd, symbolic NFTs displayed via his first Nifty Gateway drop of 2022.
Movement of Mind
Who: Trudy Lines
What: Limited editions
When: May 10 @ 3 p.m .ET
Where: NFT.TrudyLines.com
Why: Movement of mind is the first-ever NFT collection from NYC tattoo artist and cultural leader Trudy Lines. Said to be inspired by perception, the three-part generative project will combine two self-expressive languages: movement and computer coding.
Tetramorphs II
Who: Jonathan Monaghan
What: Collection mechanics TBA
When: May 10 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: MakersPlace
Why: Award-winning visual artist Jonathan Monaghan is set to continue his Tetramorphs series with a brand new drop featuring a unique take on the Zodiac signs. Following his first installment by releasing yet again via MakersPlace, Tetramorphs II is inspired by medieval depictions of otherworldly beings, and the animal symbols and colors of the Zodiac.
Creadoras de Vida
Who: Thalia
What: Collection mechanics TBA
When: May 10 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Nifty Gateway
Why: Celebrated Mexican singer and actress Thalia is set to release her first-ever NFT collection via Nifty Gateway. Titled Creadoras de Vida (Creators of Life), the multi-piece drop will live as an homage to women, mothers, and how they are “capable of everything.”
Les Femmes
Who: Ola Volo
What: Auction and editions
When: May 11 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Nifty Gateway
Why: Canadian/Kazakhstani illustrator, muralist, and painter Ola Volo is set to return to Nifty Gateway for her second curated NFT fine art drop on the platform. Featuring seven new pieces, Les Femmes encapsulates the beauty of women across Earth, the oceans, and the universe depicted through the raw essence of femininity, fashion, power, and love.
The Circle
Who: Six N. Five
What: Limited editions
When: May 12 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Nifty Gateway
Why: Award-winning Argentinian designer and digital artist Six N. Five returns to Nifty Gateway for a collection featuring six new edition pieces. Five of the six will be available to collectors of his past editions in Nifty Gateway with the sixth open to everyone. The drop will also mark the unveiling of Six N. Five’s new pre-sold 1/1 short-film NFT.
Dooplicator
Who: Doodles
What: Doodles collection expansion
When: May 12 @ Time TBA
Where: Doodles.app
Why: The wildly popular Doodles PFP NFT project is set to unveil a new expansion to its ever-evolving ecosystem. With the Dooplicator, each Doodles NFT holder will be able to claim a new NFT that is said to feature “a functional piece of doodle machinery with extraordinary powers.”
The Laws of Adrenaline II
Who: Zlatan Ibrahimović
What: Sports NFT series
When: May 12 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: MakersPlace
Why: The Laws of Adrenaline II is the second drop in a series of releases featuring international soccer superstar Zlatan Ibrahimović. This second iteration of the ongoing series features three original works based on Ibrahimović’s latest autobiography. The artists behind the pieces are Giovanni Motta, Davide Petraroli, and Italian rapper and artist Eskalator.
Time
Who: MRE
What: Auction and editions
When: May 13 @ 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Nifty Gateway
Why: This latest collection from viral 3D art sensation MRE was influenced by the recent passing of his close family members. A pivotal moment for the artist that centered his thoughts on the inevitable passing of time and how precious this can be, each of the works within the drop depicts an expression of the fleeting nature of life.
