Abdoulaye Barry

France

Abdoulaye Barry is a motion designer specialized in both 2D and 3D animation, with a background deeply rooted in scientific observation and curiosity. Drawing inspiration from biology, micro-organisms, and artificial intelligence, he constructs surreal visual universes that resemble microscopic worlds in motion. His work explores the invisible, often evoking the feeling of observing cellular life through a microscope. His creative approach is driven by a fascination for the boundaries between the organic and the digital, where science and imagination collide.

Since entering the NFT space in December 2020—motivated by following Beeple’s journey—Barry has developed a consistent digital art practice. After selling his first piece on SevensGrant in August 2021, he has produced NFT artworks daily. His works have been showcased at notable events and venues, including the Museum of Crypto Art (MoCA, Paris), NFC in Lisbon, and the historic Fauve auction house in Paris, where he was one of the first 20 artists to present NFT works at auction. Barry continues to collaborate with international digital art communities and remains active in exploring new creative formats and platforms.


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Abdoulaye is working procedurally to seek happy accidents.

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3d

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landscape

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2021

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