Bright Moments
Bright Moments is an on-chain Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) redefining the way people experience digital art through in-person NFT minting events. Founded in 2021, the collective creates immersive environments where artists and collectors come together to co-create, showcase, and collect generative and AI-driven art. At the heart of the DAO is CryptoCitizens, a pixel art collection by QianQian and powered by Art Blocks, released in batches of 1,000 NFTs that are minted live at each host city. Bright Moments curates and produces unforgettable real-world exhibitions for some of the world’s leading digital artists, blending blockchain innovation with community-driven cultural experiences. The organization has built vibrant communities across major global cities including Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, London, Mexico City, Tokyo, Buenos Aires, Paris, and Venice, cementing its role as a pioneer at the intersection of art, technology, and decentralized culture.
Bright Moments is a pioneering NFT art gallery and DAO that began in Venice Beach and has since expanded into a global movement, establishing vibrant crypto art communities across major cities.
The organization partners with leading generative and AI artists to create immersive, in-person minting experiences that bridge digital creativity with real-world cultural events.
Through curated showcases, Bright Moments brings artists and collectors together to co-create, exhibit, and celebrate generative art in physical spaces.
Its global footprint includes galleries and activations in Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, London, Mexico City, Tokyo, and Buenos Aires, with each city fostering a unique local community.
CRYPTOCITIZENS
At the core of Bright Moments’ ecosystem is CryptoCitizens, a generative NFT collection by artist Qian Qian.
Released in batches of 1,000 NFTs, CryptoCitizens can only be minted in real life (IRL) at Bright Moments activation events in each host city.
Each sub-collection reflects the culture and identity of its city, informed by anthropological research into its people, traditions, and communities.
Over time, Bright Moments will create 10,000 unique CryptoCitizens, forming a global network of collectors, locals, and art enthusiasts who embody the DAO’s mission of blending technology, creativity, and culture.
ART SHOWS & PROGRAMS
Independent Artist Shows – In-person events where established artists debut new projects, typically with 100-piece NFT collections minted IRL.
City Activations – Large-scale, immersive productions designed to leave collectors with unforgettable experiences tied to each city’s culture.
Monthly Artist-in-Residence Program – A month-long, open-edition collection highlighting rising generative or AI artists, minted exclusively in Bright Moments galleries.
Bright Moments x Art Blocks Collaborations – Joint NFT drops with Art Blocks, paired with Bright Moments’ signature live minting experiences.