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Justin Aversano
Photographer and Co-Founder at SaveArtSpace.
Justin Aversano is an artist, curator, and social entrepreneur based in New York and Los Angeles. He is the co-founder and creative director of SaveArtSpace, a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing community art to public spaces, with a particular focus on transforming billboards into open-air galleries.13
As an artist, Aversano is known for his work in photography and mixed-media. His most notable project is "Twin Flames," a series of 100 double portraits featuring identical and fraternal twins. This project, inspired by the loss of his own fraternal twin, explores themes of identity, connection, and the unique experience of twindom.12
In 2021, Aversano made a significant impact in the NFT (Non-Fungible Token) art world by minting his "Twin Flames" series as NFTs. This move garnered attention from the Cryptopunks community and other notable collectors in the digital art space.1
Beyond his artistic endeavors, Aversano is also:
- Co-founder and CEO of Quantum Art, a platform focused on curating digital culture through NFTs.4
- An advocate for democratizing art spaces and bringing art to the public realm.
- A contributor to various art exhibitions and shows in New York and across the country.1
Aversano's work often blends personal experiences with broader themes of human connection, loss, and community engagement. His approach to art and technology reflects a commitment to creating meaningful connections and exploring new avenues for artistic expression and distribution.2