Cardano Center's NFT Genesis:
By Julius Jooste
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Dominant color: Red and orange hues.
Personal Insight: Passion, the flame propelling us towards our dreams, is vital. For me, art provides an avenue to process complex emotions. In trying times, our ingrained passions guide us, emphasizing the need for relentless pursuit.
Date Taken: 3 May 2019
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Photographer: Julius Jooste
Dominant color: A vibrant showcase of yellow.
Personal Insight: Through observing my grandmother's journey with dementia, I've realized the enduring value of innate goodness. While the disease stripped away many facets of her, her compassionate core remained untouched.
Date Taken: 12 January 2018
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Photographer: Julius Jooste
Dominant color: A lively expression of green.
Personal Insight: Captured during Cape Town's 2018 drought, this image of the season's first rain signifies resilience. It echoes the rain dancer’s ethos: persistence brings renewal. It’s a testament to human tenacity, reminding us of the miracles achieved collectively.
Date Taken: 9 February 2018
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Photographer: Julius Jooste
Dominant color: A deep exploration of blue.
Personal Insight: With maturity, I've learned the strength in letting things unfold naturally. Success isn't pursued but attracted. The more I embraced peace and gratitude, the clearer my path became, leading to invaluable treasures beyond materialism. Embracing perceived limitations often reveals hidden strengths.
Date Taken: 29 June 2016
Location: Ibiza, Spain
Photographer: Julius Jooste
Dominant color: A spectrum from purple to ultraviolet.
Personal Insight: This serendipitous capture, where every element aligned perfectly, reminds me of life’s unpredictable beauty. While replicating this would be formidable, it reinforces that life's treasures find us when we're disciplined enough to be present and discerning.
Date Taken: 29 September 2018
Location: Ibiza, Spain
Photographer: Julius Jooste