Diversity & Inclusivity Summer Festival: Gare Maritime, Brussels

Diversity & Inclusivity Summer Festival: Gare Maritime in Brussels

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Press conference for BXL.ART-NFT.GALLERY, an innovative art gallery, on the theme of the ‘Diversity & Inclusivity Summer Festival’.

Comic-book and adventure enthusiasts can also discover an exhibition at Gare Maritime that presents the Smurfs from 8 July to 30 August 2024. The show combines physical and digital elements in a single gallery.

Our professional photographer covered the press conference for bxl.art-nft.gallery; the text of the press release is reproduced here.

The BXL.ART-NFT.GALLERY press conference
Vincent Parissis speaks into the microphone and holds out his arm in front of a screen displaying the world of the Smurfs at the Gare Maritime in Brussels.
A photograph of Vincent Parissis taken during his press conference
Vincent Parissis photographed in Brussels during his press conference
Vincent Parissis speaks into the microphone in front of a screen displaying images of the Smurfs during a press conference at the Gare Maritime in Brussels.
Vincent Parissis photographed in front of a Smurfs poster during his press conference
Vincent Parissis photographed in front of a work by Johnny Hallyday during his press conference
Vincent Parissis, pictured giving an explanation of the OVER the reality app during his press conference
A group of people chatting in a large covered space with a steel framework and a paved floor. One person is taking a photograph of the scene, whilst another is holding a tablet. The space is bright and spacious, with a glass roof and an industrial architectural style
A man giving a speech in front of a sign reading ‘ART NFT GALLERY’.
A person is using a tablet in a covered area with a paved floor and a metal and glass structure, whilst two other people are posing in the background.
Two people looking at a tablet displaying an interactive map in a large covered hall featuring metal structures and green spaces.
A person talking to two others in a public space, with wooden tables, plants and colourful screens in the background.
A person is holding a tablet showing cartoon characters on the screen, with a building in the background.
A man wearing a cap and carrying a rucksack is looking at works of art hanging on the wall, including a panda’s face, a colourful bull’s head, and a pixelated video game character on an easel.
A man wearing a grey jumper and a beige cap, gesticulating with his hands in front of a laptop.
A man is holding a microphone and speaking during a presentation. There is a screen displaying digital cards entitled ‘Collector’s Wallet’, with references to NFTs and art.
A person is taking a photo with a smartphone indoors, in front of a screen displaying blurred digital information.
A man holding a microphone and a card, speaking in front of a screen displaying "Collector’s Wallet", with the text "ART" and "NFT".
A man is holding a card and speaking into a microphone in front of a screen displaying ‘Collector’s Wallet’. There are posters about NFTs and digital art in the background.
A man wearing glasses is holding a microphone and a credit card in front of a backdrop featuring logos and text about art and NFTs.
A conference on NFT art, featuring a man holding a microphone, a screen displaying ‘Collector’s Wallet’, and an audience seated in front.
A man holding a microphone is standing next to a screen displaying the phrase: “Summer Festival. Let’s celebrate diversity and unity with the Smurfs Society”. A Smurf can be seen on the screen. The man appears to be speaking or presenting…
A man is speaking into a microphone in front of a screen showing images of the Smurfs. Promotional posters can be seen in the background."
A grey-haired man wearing glasses is holding a microphone and speaking, with one hand raised. In the background, a screen displays a colourful logo. The man is wearing a jumper with a colourful geometric pattern.
A man giving a presentation on ‘The Smurfs Society DAO’ with a microphone, in front of a screen displaying promotional material for the event and images of Smurfs. On the right, a Smurf sculpture sits on a piece of furniture alongside some adverts
A man holding a microphone, pointing at a large black-and-white image of a man’s face on a wall.
A man giving a presentation on the “Smurfs Society DAO” with a microphone, in front of a screen displaying Smurfs and the text “Become a Smurf DAO Ambassador”.
A man is speaking to an audience during a presentation on NFTs in an art gallery, with a sign reading ‘ART NFT GALLERY’ in the background.
A presentation on NFTs at an art gallery, featuring a speaker and a seated audience.
A man holding a microphone, speaking in front of a screen displaying "ARTèCOM.io WEB3ECOSYSTEM" in an indoor setting.
A man holding a microphone, wearing a black jumper with a logo, in front of a blurred background with white letters.
A man speaking into a microphone in front of a screen displaying the website ‘ARTeCOM.io’. A person, seen from behind, is listening. A well-lit setting with wooden structures visible in the background.
A man wearing glasses is speaking into a microphone at an event. There is a poster reading ‘ART NFT GALLERY’ and a Smurf sculpture or figurine on a table. In the background, an image of a Smurf is projected onto a screen.
A man speaking into a microphone in front of a screen displaying ‘ARTeCOM’, with a person seen from behind in the foreground. The setting appears to be an indoor location with large windows in the background.

Photo by Vincent Parissis

Photo by Vincent Parissis

Explore the exhibition: Immerse yourself in the colourful and joyful world of artistic Smurfs through a captivating augmented reality exhibition.Discover the first private collection of 100 unique and authentic artistic Smurfs from one of our ART-NFT collectors within the ARTeCOM ecosystem, and become part of the fascinating story of these little blue creatures who have taken the world of WEB3 by storm.

Interactive digital experience: Embark on an innovative digital journey that places you at the heart of the Smurfs’ village. Through interactive installations, discover their secrets, learn their language and enjoy unique adventures.

Photo by Vincent Parissis

Photo by Vincent Parissis

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Interactive digital experience: Embark on an innovative digital journey that places you at the heart of the Smurfs’ village. Through interactive installations, discover their secrets, learn their language and experience new adventures.

Meet the Giant Smurf: Take selfies next to a 3-metre-tall Smurf – a chance to capture family memories.

Win prizes: Take part in our activities and try to win exclusive prizes! ‘Surprise NFT’ prizes await you throughout your visit.

Collect your souvenirs: Don’t leave empty-handed! Make the most of the opportunity to buy Smurfs comics and figurines to continue the adventure at home.

Interactive digital experience: Embark on an innovative digital journey using your smartphone, which will immerse you at the very heart of the WEB3 community. Through a virtual exhibition, discover their missions and collective intelligence, and take part in charitable initiatives.

Practical information:
– Location: Gare Maritime Tour & Taxis, Brussels.
– Dates: 10 July to 8 September 2024 (Comic Book Festival).
Opening hours: Augmented reality exhibition open seven days a week from 10:00 to 23:00.
– Self-guided tour: FREE.
⁠A fun and educational guided tour is available by appointment for groups of up to five people; book at: https://smurfs-society.bruxsls.art/fr/event/ar-t-nft-smurfs-society-exposition-69/register.

For further information and to obtain press accreditation, please contact Vincent PARISSIS: +32 478 292 043.

Photo by Vincent Parissis

Photo by Vincent Parissis

Photo by Vincent Parissis

Photo by Vincent Parissis

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