👑 What is Uncut and how it works?

Welcome to Uncut! Whether you're a seasoned digital artist or new to the scene, this guide will help you understand the essentials of launching and showcasing your artwork on chain.

This guide covers:

Who is Uncut for?
Why should I showcase my art on Uncut?
What type of art should I launch on Uncut?
How art gets noticed on Uncut
Uncut is free to use
No company accounts, only individual artists

Who is Uncut for?

Uncut is for everyone passionate about digital art! Our community consists of artists, art enthusiasts, collectors, curators, and those who appreciate creativity and innovation in art. Uncut is a decentralized platform where you can:

Mint your unique artwork on-chain for FREE.
Connect with other artists, art enthusiasts, and brand creatives.
Find inspiration, collaborate, and get feedback on your work.

Why should I showcase on Uncut?

Since its inception, Uncut has been dedicated to providing prompt-artists with a fully decentralized platform to showcase their creations. Artists choose Uncut for several reasons:

Minting their creations on-chain under their own smart contract.
Exposure to a global community of digital art lovers and collectors.
Receiving valuable feedback to refine and improve their art.
Validating their art concept and finding their niche in the market.
Attracting potential collectors and art enthusiasts.
Networking opportunities with other artists and industry professionals.

What should I launch on Uncut?

Uncut is the perfect place to unveil new and innovative artworks. Your creations can be anything from digital paintings to photographies, provided they meet these guidelines:

The artwork is fresh and hasn't been minted and showcased somewhere else.
If previously minted and showcased, your new mint should mention it’s a copy.
The artwork must be original and created by you or your collective.
It should be accessible for viewing and collecting.
Your profile should reflect authenticity and dedication to your art.

How Art Gets Noticed on Uncut

At Uncut, community engagement is key. Here's how you can make your art stand out:

Adding Artworks: Any artist with a free Uncut account can submit their art just by minting it on the platform. Most artworks are self-submitted, allowing artists to directly engage with the community.
Homepage Spotlight: The Uncut homepage features a list of outstanding artworks curated by select members of the community, changing throughout the day based on interactions, upvotes, and other factors.

Uncut is Entirely Free

Uncut is a free platform. All you need is an account to share your art on-chain, comment, and engage with the community. We encourage authentic growth and discourage paid promotions for upvotes or visibility.

No Company Accounts

Uncut is all about independent artists and their personal connection with the audience. We do not allow company or brand accounts to post artworks. We believe direct interaction between artists and the community fosters genuine connections.

Why choose Uncut?

Uncut offers a unique, user-friendly experience that simplifies the NFT journey, making it accessible to everyone. We're dedicated to decentralization and the empowerment of creators and collectors, providing cross-chain compatibility, secure smart contracts, credit card payment options, and community-building features.

ERC-1155 tokens on Polygon Mainnet

Uncut operates on the Polygon mainnet, which is a highly secure and scalable blockchain platform that allows for fast and cheap transactions. As a creator on Uncut, you have the ability to mint as many NFTs as you need at no cost to you.

Our platform uses ERC-1155 NFTs, which are a type of non-fungible token that can represent a wide range of digital assets, including artwork, music, videos, and more. ERC-1155 NFTs are highly flexible and efficient, as they allow for the creation and management of multiple types of assets within a single smart contract. This means that you can easily mint, sell, and track all of your digital creations within a single interface, saving you time and effort.

In addition to their convenience, ERC-1155 NFTs are also more secure than other types of NFTs, as they use advanced cryptographic techniques to ensure the authenticity and integrity of your digital assets. Overall, ERC-1155 NFTs offer the best combination of functionality, efficiency, and security for creative entrepreneurs. With Uncut, you can take full advantage of the power of ERC-1155 NFTs to grow and succeed in the world of digital art and media.

Pricing

Uncut is completely free to use and charges only 2.5% fees on your primary sales. We cover all costs associated with minting on the Polygon mainnet and storing media files on Arweave, so you don't have to worry about any additional expenses.

Where do I start?

If you have any additional questions about Uncut or how to use our platform, we encourage you to check out our documentation for more information. It covers all the basics and should be able to answer any questions you may have.

When you're ready to launch your own page and start minting NFTs, simply visit www.uncut.network to get started. It's completely free to use, so you can start building and growing your community right away.

Join Uncut today and immerse yourself in a vibrant, innovative network that unlocks the true potential of NFTs and Web3!