Our Story

FOTO World began as a vision to create a unique space where the art of photography is not just displayed but celebrated in its diverse forms. Born from a passion for capturing life's moments and the stories behind them, we established FOTO World on the Foundation platform to bridge the gap between talented photographers and a global audience. Our journey is driven by the belief that every photograph has a story to tell and each of these stories deserves a stage.

Our Mission

At FOTO World, we are dedicated to showcasing an exceptional range of photographic art. Our mission is to curate a dynamic and inclusive collection that represents the best in both traditional and innovative photography. From street scenes to landscapes, from abstract art to portraiture, we aim to offer a platform that reflects the rich tapestry of life captured through the lens.

Our Team

Behind FOTO World is a team of dedicated professionals, each bringing their unique expertise and perspective to the table. Our curators, hailing from diverse backgrounds, share a common love for photography’s transformative power. They are photographers, art enthusiasts, and storytellers, committed to discovering and promoting work that resonates with authenticity, creativity, and technical excellence.

Our Values

Diversity and Inclusion: We believe in the power of diverse perspectives and strive to showcase photographers from all walks of life and corners of the globe.

Quality and Integrity: Our commitment to quality is unwavering, as is our dedication to maintaining the integrity of the photographic process.

Community and Connection: FOTO World is more than a platform; it’s a community where artists, collectors, and photography lovers can connect, collaborate, and grow.

Our Commitment

As we continue on our journey, our commitment remains strong - to uplift the photographic community, to inspire and be inspired, and to bring the traditional art world closer to Web 3 through the lens of photography. FOTO World is not just a gallery; it's a celebration of moments, emotions, and perspectives, captured one frame at a time.

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Our Vision

Curating a Legacy in Photography for Web 3

At FOTO World, our aim is to establish a living archive of exceptional photography, a curation crafted by photographers, for photographers, and embraced by collectors in the evolving Web 3 space.

  • A Collective Voice: Our curators, all accomplished photographers, bring their individual perspectives and criteria to the table, shaping a diverse and rich narrative in photography.

    Creating a Legacy: We believe that the art we curate today will not only resonate now but will also be a cornerstone for future collectors and enthusiasts in the digital realm.

  • A Platform of Peers: FOTO World is more than a gallery; it's a community where photographers have the unique opportunity to be curated by other photograhers, ensuring a deep understanding and appreciation of the art form.

    Diverse Perspectives: Each curator’s unique approach to selecting photographers ensures that our collection is not just diverse in content but also in thought and interpretation.

  • A Vision for Web 3 Collectors: As we move forward in the digital age, our goal is to be the go-to platform for collectors seeking photography that is pioneering, meaningful, and reflective of the highest standards in the art world.

    An Ever-Evolving Collection: The photographers we curate are not just artists of today; they are the voices and visionaries who will help define the photographic narrative in the Web 3 ecosystem.

Our Selection and Curation Process

At FOTO World, we are committed to an honest, transparent approach to showcasing photography. Here’s how we ensure fairness and quality in every step:

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Selection Process:

  • Initial and Monthly Onboarding: We begin by selecting 50 photographers in our inaugural month and continue by adding 10-20 new photographers each month. This process is driven by our curatorial team, comprised of seasoned photographers and art enthusiasts.

  • Curator Contributions: Each curator nominates photographers based on artistic quality, technical skill, and thematic relevance, bringing a diverse array of styles and stories to FOTO World.

  • Democratic Voting System: Our selection decisions are made through a majority vote among curators, using a blind voting system to ensure impartiality and minimize bias.

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Curatorial Commitment:

  • Flexibility and Quality: Our curators, while having flexible time commitments, are dedicated to diligently researching and selecting artists whose work aligns with FOTO World’s vision of diversity and artistry.

  • Ongoing Engagement: Although our curators serve as ambassadors for FOTO World, their role is primarily focused on art selection and curation, not on marketing or sales.

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Artist Participation:

  • Open to All Photographers: Whether an emerging talent or an established artist, we welcome submissions that showcase unique perspectives and narratives.

  • Provenance on the Blockchain: Our focus is on curating a distinguished collection of photography that is documented and proven on the blockchain, offering artists a platform for recognition and provenance.

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What We Do Not Offer:

  • No Guarantee of Marketing or Sales: While FOTO World provides a platform for artists to be showcased, we do not undertake any obligations for marketing or selling the artwork. Our primary service is the opportunity for curation and exhibition in an online gallery curated by and for photographers.

  • No Legal Liability: FOTO World does not hold any legal liability for marketing, sales, or promotions of the artwork displayed on our platform.

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Benefits of Being Featured:

  • Global Exposure and Recognition: Artists featured on FOTO World gain exposure to a worldwide audience, enhancing their visibility in the photographic community.

  • Part of a Curated Collection: Being selected means joining a collection that is respected for its quality and diversity, offering photographers a mark of distinction and credibility.

Our Terms of Service

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to your access and use of FOTO World, an
online platform for the curation and display of photographic art (“Platform”). By using or
accessing the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms as updated from time to
time in accordance with section titled “Modification of the Terms” listed below. The
owners and/or managers of the Platform may at times ask you to review and accept
supplemental terms that apply to your interaction with the Platform. Please read the
Term carefully before using or accessing the Platform.
1. Scope of Services. The Platform gives you the opportunity to have your artwork
curated and showcased in the Platform’s online gallery. The Platform does not
offer any other services beyond curation and display of art. The Platform’s
curators have full discretion in determining which art will be displayed through the
Platform.
2. No Legal Obligation.  The Platform, its owners, managers and/or curators have
no legal obligation to perform any marketing, sales or similar service for you or
on your behalf. Furthermore, the Platform, its owners, managers, and/or curators
have no legal liability to you for any outcomes related to the use of the Platform.
This includes, but is not limited to, the success of artwork curation, user
interactions, and any financial transactions. The Platform, its owners, managers
and/or curators are not liable for violation of copyright, trademark, patent, and
other intellectual property laws arising out of or related to you’re the submission
of your artwork through the Platform.
3. Warranty Disclaimer. The Platform is provided “as is” and on an “as available”
basis, without warranty or condition or any kind, either express or implied.
Although the Platform owners and managers seek to maintain the Platform as
accurate and well-functioning services, they cannot guarantee the continuous
operation of or access to the Platform, and there may at times be inadvertent
technical or factual errors or inaccuracies. Your use of the Platform is at your own
risk.
4. Third Party Content. The Platform may contain links to third party websites and
services.  The Platform provides such links as a convenience, and do not control
or endorse these websites and services.  You acknowledge and agree that the
Platform, its owners, managers and/or curators have not reviewed the content,
advertising, products, services, or other materials that appear on such third party
websites or services, and are not responsible for the legality, accuracy, or
appropriateness of any such content.
5. User Responsibilities. You are responsible for ensuring the originality and
legality of the artwork you submit through the Platform. You must own all content
you submit through the Platform. In addition, you agree not to use the Platform
(a) for any illegal purposes, or in violation of any local, state, national or
international law or (b) to copy, reproduce, republish, or publicly display any
materials available on the Platform other than your artwork without express
permission of the Platform owner or manager. To use the Platform, you must be
at least eighteen (18) years of age, or, if you are under 18 of age but at least
thirteen (13) years old, you must you the Platform with the consent of your parent
or legal guardian.
6. Content Rights. You hereby acknowledge and agree that by submitting your
artwork through the Platform, you expressly and affirmatively grant to the
Platform, its owners and managers, a non-exclusive, world-wide, transferable,
sublicensable, perpetual, irrevocable, and royalty-free license to display,
distribute and transmit the content underlying your artwork for the purpose of
developing the Platform. The foregoing license include, without limitation, the
express rights to: (i) display the art content on the Platform, a third party platform,
social media posts, blogs, virtual galleries, or to the public and (ii) host, store,
distribute, and reproduce one or more copies of such art content within a
distributed file keeping system, node cluster, or other database (e.g., IPFS) or
cause, direct, or solicit others to do so.
7. Termination of Use. If you violate these Terms, your permission to use the
Platform will automatically terminate. In addition, if you violate these Terms the
owners and/or managers of the Platform may in their own discretion suspend or
terminate your access to the Platform at any time with or without notice to you.
8. Modification of the Terms. The owners and/or managers of the Platform may
modify these Terms at any time by posting a newer version of the Terms on the
Platform. Continued use of the Platform after such changes constitutes
acceptance of the new terms.
9. Governing Law. These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of New
York. You agree to resolve any disputes related to or arising under these Terms
in small claims courts located in New York.
10. Contact Information For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms,
please contact us at info@fotoworld.com.