How to Turn Your Art Into Non-fungible Tokens

Let's dive into what an NFT is, why it's so great for artists, and if it might be the right move for YOU to make in your own career. We tried to make it simple without the hocus pocus jargon and hand-holding tech talk.

The art scene in the blockchain

Non-fungible tokens had their boom in 2021, and since then, it's been a crazy ride. Celebrities like Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Grimes, Paris Hilton, and Cara Delevingne have invested in NFTs; some have even minted their own. Big brands like Louis Vuitton, Coca-Cola, and the NBA are seeing value in the industry and are already using NFTs.

An NFT is a unique trackable piece of digital data registered in the blockchain. NFTs can be almost anything from a picture to a song, to a film scene, to a poem. They hold value in their authenticity and scarcity. Collecting an NFT is a different way of investing in the web3, art, tech, and, as we like to say, investing in the future!

As a creator, joining the NFT market opens many doors and possibilities. Like reaching worldwide audiences, using a secure medium as the blockchain; transparent ownership rights for the investors and collectors, and helps make direct interactions without centralized institutions.

All this sounds like a whole new world, yeap! But sometimes it can be very overwhelming too; So to help you navigate the space, we did this article on understanding the NFT ecosystem.

So how do I actually create an NFT?

First, let's answer three common questions we get when someone wants to create an NFT collection:

1. Should I create an NFT? Your audience may want to see your work in a new way. But that does not necessarily mean it should be as an NFT. You need to ask yourself why’d you want to do this. Is it because you're interested in the blockchain, in crypto, the communities behind it, or do you like NFTs?
2. Is it the same as creating digital artwork? Like there are different painting techniques and different styles of digital art, NFTs can fit into different categories too. They are digital, yes. They're in the blockchain, yes.
3. Do I need to understand blockchain to make an NFT? Indeed, it is vital that you know the pros and cons of the blockchain. You don't need to be an expert. However, knowing the basics will help you make the most of it.

Once you have the above sorted out, you can bring your fantastic art pieces into the blockchain. For example, you can use a no-code tool like the Bueno Generator. You can create thousands of tokens without writing a single line of code.

You just have to upload your art. Then, you can manage all settings from your collection, like rules and rarity, and create your NFTs in minutes. You can invite others to contribute by adding their wallet address to your collection for seamless collaboration. As easy as that!

You don’t have to worry about creating a smart contract either. With Bueno, you can mint your tokens in the Ethereum network without the complexity, (you can forget about the crypto terms as well). Plus, you can test your mint flow, and make sure everything’s working fine before you deploy the smart contract.

Bonus: Watch how to use the Bueno Generator.

Where to sell or buy NFTs

Is there an NFT platform that's better? Good question, grasshopper!

There are different options for selling or buying NFTs. We've made a whole article about this. You can read more about top NFT marketplaces. Or just check this quick list below to get a general idea of what are your options:

1. OpenSea
2. Rarible
3. Nifty Gateway
4. LooksRare
5. SuperRare
6. Coinbase