OpenSea has recently introduced a new initiative called the “Get Based” series, with the primary goal of showcasing artists who are creating on Coinbase’s Base network, an Ethereum Layer 2 solution. Throughout the summer, this series will feature the works of up to 15 talented artists, presenting a diverse range of artistic styles and creations.
The inaugural drop in the “Get Based” series will include a reimagined artwork inspired by the iconic “Endless Summer” film, created by Carty Sewill. Notably, Sewill is not only a talented artist but also an employee at OpenSea, adding a personal touch to the featured artwork. These drops will be released weekly on OpenSea’s website and Farcaster, a social media protocol.
The “Get Based” series will include open edition NFTs priced at $5 or less, with some even being offered for free. Confirmed artists participating in this series include Jhekub, the creator of RGB Punks; Hun, the creator of “Primitives”; Cryptic Poet, a meme artist; Yiying Lu, the creator of Twitter’s “Fail Whale”; Subwway, an illustrator; and Thank You Base God, who recently conducted a successful free Base NFT mint on OpenSea.
By showcasing these artists and their work on the Ethereum L2 network, OpenSea aims to introduce collectors to the Base network and show support for artists within this ecosystem. Unlike well-established layer-1 chains like Ethereum mainnet or Solana, Base represents an emerging chain that is still in the process of building high-value collections.
The “Get Based” series will align with Base’s “On-Chain Summer II” promotion, commencing on June 3. This promotion offers over 600 ETH (approximately $2.3 million) in prizes, incentives, and gas credits across various projects and protocols on the Base network. The goal is to encourage greater engagement within the Base network and drive interest in the emerging chain.
OpenSea’s “Get Based” series aims to create accessible entry points for collectors and shine a spotlight on talented artists within the Base network. By fostering broader expansion and growth within this ecosystem, the series contributes to the overall development of the Web3 and NFT landscape, supporting the evolution of digital art and decentralized technologies.
