Proof of Paint is here!

Project Overview

Project Highlights

Proof of Paint is a dApp enabling street artists to:

  • Anonymously authenticate and claim ownership of their art

  • Upload photos with location data

  • Receive tips from art enthusiasts

  • Create permanent documentation of temporary art

Web3 Advantages

  • Anonymous yet verifiable artist ownership

  • Immutable proof of creation time/location

  • Direct artist-to-fan transactions

  • Decentralized preservation of removed artwork

Technical Stack

  • Frontend: React/TypeScript

  • Backend: Rust canister on ICP

  • Auth: Internet Identity

  • Storage: ICP native storage

Internet Computer Features

  • Anonymous auth via Internet Identity

  • Cost-effective decentralized storage

  • Reverse gas model for frictionless onboarding

Go-To-Market

Focus on community building through:

  • Street art festivals

  • Art schools/universities

  • Urban culture social media

Monetization

  • Platform fee on tips

  • Premium artist features

  • Event partnerships

Future Plans

  • Enhanced artist verification

  • Mobile app development

  • AR integration

  • Community governance

  • Support for other public art forms

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