Arrière-Garde Blog
Metaverse: A New Virtual Reality Art World on the Move
The recent development a digital world where virtual and reality meet, is pushing the boundaries of art, gaming, and even commerce. As we see new platforms emerge, the doors are opening to countless new experiences using augmented, virtual, and mixed reality technologies.
It’s no surprise, then, that digital art creators and art businesses have joined in and are exploring new ways to exhibit their work. What is even more exciting is that art collectors are adhering to the trend and finding how to experience artistic expression in a truly immersive manner. Digital 3D worlds offer so many advantages and opportunities that the Metaverse is redefining even what it means to be an artist and what an artwork is made of.
Sustainablility: Art Must Help to Save our Planet
Through our social and demographics line of research, we have discovered that - according to ‘Deloitte Global 2021’, which offers an extremely interesting Millennial and Gen Z Survey - the youngest generations are ‘deeply concerned about climate change and the environment. More than 4 in 10 Millennials and Gen Z agree that we have already hit the point of no return when it comes to the environment and that it’s too late to repair the damage. However, a majority are optimistic that people’s commitment to take personal action to address environmental and climate issues will be greater post-pandemic’. Another key finding of this survey is that these generations are aware that certain businesses have more impact than others on the environment and that their buying decisions have been determined by such awareness.