Psychedelic Puppet Alternate History NFT collection
A whimsical NFT collection featuring psychedelic puppets in pivotal moments of history, blending satire and education with figures like Alan Watts and Albert Hofmann. Seeking funding for 2024 expansion.Application
Applied on: 2 Aug 2024 04:00 PM
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Reviewed on 2 Aug 2024 06:01 PM
Project Focus: The project must be centered on one or more of the following key areas related to psychedelics:
• History: Exploration of the historical and cultural contexts and evolution of psychedelics.
• Scientific Understandings: Advancements in scientific knowledge, including qualitative and quantitative research.
• Therapeutic Applications: Development or analysis of therapeutic uses and benefits of psychedelics, such as case studies or narrative stories.
• Aesthetic Experience: Artistic interpretations and expressions inspired by psychedelic experiences.
• Storytelling, film, and Music: Projects that utilize narrative, film, video, music, or other temporal mediums to explore and convey psychedelic experiences and themes.
The project focuses on storytelling through narrative and film to explore psychedelic experiences and historical figures, which aligns with the criteria.
Experience: Applicants must demonstrate experience in their field by providing:
• Academic or artist CVs for all key team members.
• Evidence of previous notable work, such as peer-reviewed publications, previous NFT collections, film screenings, or exhibitions that meet the minimum professional criteria of an active researcher, artist, or filmmaker.
The applicant provided a detailed CV and evidence of prior notable work, including a successful first episode of the Psychedelic Puppet Show and a book based on awarded doctoral work.
Community Engagement: Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to collaboration and community engagement by:
• Actively participating in discussions and events within the broader psychedelic research and art community.
• Sharing progress and outcomes with the community through various channels, such as social media, forums, or online presentations.
The project has a Twitter presence and the applicant appears to be engaged with the community, as evidenced by the significant viewership of the first episode.
Impact and Innovation: Projects must clearly articulate how they will contribute to the field of psychedelics, including potential impacts and innovative approaches. This could include:
• Advancing new scientific methodologies or therapeutic practices.
• Creating unique and compelling artistic, story, or film works that capture the essence of psychedelic experiences.
• Generating new knowledge or insights that benefit the broader community.
The project aims to create unique and compelling NFTs that capture the essence of psychedelic experiences and historical contexts, which can generate new insights and knowledge.
Feasibility and Sustainability: Applicants must provide a detailed project plan that outlines:
• Clear objectives and milestones.
• A realistic timeline and budget.
* Examples of previous works.
The applicant provided a clear timeline for completion and a budget, along with examples of previous works.
Ethical Considerations: Projects must adhere to ethical guidelines relevant to the field, including:
• Ensuring informed consent and protection of participants in scientific studies.
• Respecting cultural sensitivities and the origins of psychedelic practices.
• Promoting inclusivity and accessibility within the project and its outcomes.
The project does not involve human participants and there are no identified ethical concerns. The project aims to educate and entertain, promoting inclusivity and awareness.