Project update: I’m tentatively calling this endeavor “From the Temple of Satoshi” and I’m intending to incorporate Bitcoin reactive lighting effects into other projects going forward. I want to create ARTifacts from the lost (or yet to be built?) Temple of Satoshi. So far I have a working prototype for my code and electronic components. After you connect to the local WiFi instance and save network credentials etc the LED begins to react to Bitcoin. Heartbeat pulsing every time a block is found for instance. 21 slow ceremonial pulses for each Halving. And other effects. Still need to iterate and improve the UX but it works. This first stylized column sculpture is still in the works as well. I need to finish carving the embellishments and then connect the three pieces with a steel pin and epoxy. And I need to carve a niche for the electronics and mount the LED. A lot left to do, but it’s coming along nicely. I’m still amazed I was able to use AI to guide me through the electronics and code. I started off using grok and then chat gpt but I’ve since moved on to using Claude for the coding. Anybody have any tips for vibe coding???

Don’t let fear of failure or a lack of knowledge prevent you from pursuing your goals. If you have the will to show up and do the work, day after day, if you can overcome yourself, you can learn to carve stone, or achieve anything else. The only thing holding you back is you.

My mad science project is working! I definitely need to play around with the code some more. The effects are a little too subtle right now. But No burning smell✅ Lighting effects based on Bitcoin data✅ It works!✅ Going to transfer this setup over to a perma-proto board eventually, but I miss carving stone so I’ll work on the sculpture itself for a bit before I break out the soldering iron. Stay tuned!

“Depths of the Blockchain” is a multimedia sculpture made from resin and orange honeycomb calcite, standing just under 32 inches tall. I used the Bitcoin logo as a canvas to evoke the mempool, blocks falling into place, and the vast ocean of freedom Bitcoin represents. There will never be more than 21M BTC. But there will only ever be ONE of this sculpture. If you’re looking to make a statement in your home, business, or corporate office.. reach out for more details and let’s discuss.

I set a high price for my work because I value my time and like every artist… I have to eat. However, if you have a public space or a Bitcoin education center, somewhere my work will really contribute to adoption… I’m always open to serious offers. Ultimately I want my work to push Bitcoin forward, to spark Bitcoin conversations and help nudge people, even if only slightly, towards self sovereignty and a brighter future.

Art should nourish the soul.

Sometimes I think my posts are funny when really they’re just ionic.

Do breadboards have carbs? Asking for a friend.

GM

Carving continues… ⚒️🏛️₿