What is an NFT, really? – Tameka Art

If the word NFT makes you feel like you are stuck in a room full of computers and tech talk, you are not alone.

As a traditional artist, I remember the first time I heard about NFTs. It sounded confusing, full of code, and very far away from painting, drawing, or creating by hand. The people who explained it often made it harder to understand. But I kept wondering:
Can this platform be a new way to share my art? Can it help protect my work? Does this platform help me find new collectors?

After more than one year of learning, asking questions, and reading lots of articles, my answer became clear.

Yes. NFTs can help artists. And they can help you too.

What Is an NFT?

NFT stands for non-fungible token. This term may sound like a lot, so let us break it down.

Imagine you paint a beautiful piece of art on canvas. This painting is one-of-a-kind. If you make prints of it, those copies are nice, but they are not the original.

An NFT is like a digital certificate that proves you made the original version of your artwork. When you create an NFT from your art, you are not just uploading a picture. You are giving your art a special digital “stamp” that shows it is real, and it belongs to you. This stamp lives on something called the blockchain, which is like a digital notebook that cannot be erased or changed.

Why Should Artists Care About NFTs?

Here are four simple reasons why entering the NFT marketplace can help artists like you:

• You can sell your art directly.
  No gallery or gatekeeper needed. You do not have to wait for someone to say “yes.”
• You can earn royalties forever.
  Every time someone resells your NFT, you can earn a fee, automatically.
• You can reach more people.
  Your artwork can be seen by collectors around the world, not just in your local town.
• You can protect your work.
  The blockchain helps prove that you are the original artist. No one can fake it or steal it.

Do You Need to Be a Tech Genius?

No. You do not need to speak computer language or understand every part of the blockchain. You just need someone to guide you step by step. That is why I created a special course just for artists like us.

Final Thoughts

If you are curious but unsure about NFTs, I want to remind you: There is a place for traditional artists in this digital world. You do not have to leave behind your brushes, pencils, or your heart. You just need a little help learning how to step into this new space.

Let us take this step together.

Ready to Learn More?

Explore my all-in-one course, Traditional Art Meets Technology, and start your journey into NFTs today.

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