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A beginner’s guide to creating NFT art and making a mark in the NFT space
Intro: In recent years, NFT or Non-fungible Tokens have gotten a lot of attention. They are digital assets that represent ownership or proof of authenticity of a unique item or piece of content such as artwork, music, videos, collectibles, and more. Creating NFT art has become increasingly popular in the digital art world.
With a unique identity and verified on a blockchain, NFT allows artists to tokenize their digital creations and sell them on various online platforms. They are non-fungible which means they cant be exchanged for another asset of similar value. Common NFT assets include images, videos, collectibles, videos, music, and GIFs. But How are NFT digital tokens created? It’s through a technique called cryptography and the process is called minting. Typically, minting NFTs require you to pay for creating small contracts using cryptocurrency. Some popular NFT examples are Bored Ape Yacht Club, Pudgy Panda, Doge NFT, Nyan Cat GIF, and more. Let’s discuss more NFT art. So, here’s a step-by-step guide to creating NFT art for beginners:
1.Understand NFTs and Decide the NFT you want to Create
Understand the concept of NFTs and choose an NFT among the plenty of options available. Unlike cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and Ethereum, NFTs are artworks like music, video, games, etc.
2.Choose an NFT Marketplace
OpenDea, Rarible, and SuperRare are the three most popular NFT Marketplaces where you can list and sell digital art. Research different platforms, and compare their fees, user base, and features to find one that suits your needs.
3.Set up a Crypto Wallet
A Crypto wallet is needed to create, buy or sell NFTs. Coinbase, Trust Wallet, and MetaMask are popular options. Set up a wallet of your choice, follow the instructions, and secure your account.
4.Buy Crypto through an exchange
Create an account with reputable exchanges like Binance, Kraken, etc once you’ve created the wallet. Log in to buy the Cryptocurrency or buy Ethereum or Solano for NFT minting.
5.Mint by connecting wallet to NFT platform
Once you top the wallet, connect it to the NFT platform that you use to create your digital asset. These are then attached to unique tokens on the blockchain, a process called minting.
6.Set price and Royalties
Determine the price you want to set for your NFT depending on factors like quality, the demand for your art, and rarity. Setting royalty-free allows you to earn a percentage every time your art is resold.