what's SHL0MS?
SHL0MS is a provocative NFT artist operating at the intersection of digital art and cryptocurrency culture. Known for bold, conceptual works that critique and engage with crypto norms, SHL0MS gained prominence through projects like physically destroying a Lamborghini Huracán in a controlled explosion—executed by licensed engineers—and fractionalizing the remnants into 999 NFTs under the $CAR collection. These pieces, captured in high-production footage, were auctioned on platforms like Foundation, blending performance art with blockchain tokenization. The artist's practice emphasizes conviction-driven creation over market timing, as highlighted in crypto media interviews. SHL0MS maintains an active presence on crypto Twitter, sharing unreleased works, reflections on digital archiving, and commentary on NFT trends, while collaborating on limited drops like skins for platforms such as tweem. Their aesthetic often features minimalist, glitchy, or cuneiform-inspired visuals, positioning them as a key figure in generative and conceptual NFT art.
shl0ms released "SECURITY #37" artwork via solos_gallery, a digital certificate of non-share ownership.
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x.com/shl0msLaunched NormiesAPI enabling anyone, including LLMs, to contribute and build on top of the project.
Launched NormieCAM tool that converts live camera feed to 40x40 pixel format and creates 5-second gifs shareable on Normstragram.
Launched NormieCANVAS, an on-chain feature allowing users to burn Normies NFTs to obtain 1% of their pixel count for editing other Normies, implementing deflationary supply mechanics.
Launched NormieNEWS featuring AI-generated news about individual Normie IDs based on metadata.
Reached 244 ETH total trading volume and 2,118 holders with 134 new holders added as of February 21, 2026.
SECURITY #37 artwork released via solos_gallery, described as a digital certificate of non-share ownership.
Deck collections showing strong market performance, reaching top positions in silver and bronze tiers for s2m4.