The jump from esports design to digital fine art isn’t an obvious one.
But for Belgian artist Skilux, it was less a pivot than an inevitability — a slow-burning realization that design alone couldn’t capture the depth of what he needed to say. In the early days of web3, Skilux saw a different kind of future: one where raw emotion and digital expression could meet without compromise.
Rendered almost exclusively in black and white, his works resist the frenetic pace of contemporary digital culture. Instead, they inhabit a quieter, more contemplative space — where moving forms become vessels for memory, grief, resilience. Working with a stripped-down setup, Skilux excavates the interior landscape, drawing inspiration from personal experience, music, and film. In doing so, he constructs a visual language that is both rigorously disciplined and emotionally immediate.
Skilux’s artistic journey has already been marked by significant milestones. His debut on SuperRare in 2022 introduced the digital art community to his evocative piece “The Choices I Made,” collected by Cozomo de’Medici. He expanded his reach by participating in Transient Labs’ JIVA drop with “When the Lights Burn Out” and contributing to the “Harmony in Hues” exhibition at Art in Space Gallery. Notably, his collaboration with Jesperish on “MY WORST ENEMY IS A VERSION OF MYSELF I CAN’T EVEN REMEMBER” was featured in Sotheby’s Digital Art Day Sale in Aug. 2024.
Each edition ofNext Upshowcases a new artist from our curated list of ascendant talents who have been making significant waves throughout digital art. This week, our spotlight turns to Skilux.
Matt Medved: How did you first become interested and involved in digital art?
Skilux: Before I got into art, I had a background in design within the esports space. During that time, I saw artists like Etiene Crauss pivot into digital art, specifically minting works on platforms like SuperRare. That inspired me to step away from design and fully transition into art — a move that also shaped me into a web3-native artist.
“Bodies in motion have this unique way of expressing what words often can’t.”
SKILUX
How would you describe your art?
For me, art has always been about capturing the complexities of human emotion and turning them into something visual — something you can feel just by looking at it. I work mostly in Photoshop with a Wacom tablet, and over time, I’ve developed a style that leans heavily on movement and form.
Bodies in motion have this unique way of expressing what words often can’t. I stick to a black-and-white palette because it lets me focus on the subtle emotional details — the tension, the release, the in-between moments. Every piece I create is meant to be an immersive experience, a reflection of something deeply human. Digital art has become my way of connecting with those emotions and sharing them in a language beyond words.
What’s your process like? Where do you usually find inspiration?
My process is simple: I work with Photoshop and a Wacom tablet. A lot of my inspiration comes from personal experiences — specifically, working through my own trauma. I focus on those emotions and use art as a way to better understand and process them. In that sense, it’s become a form of therapy for me. Beyond that, I draw inspiration from music, movies, and anime — anything that evokes a strong emotional response often finds its way into my work.
“A lot of my inspiration comes from personal experiences — specifically, working through my own trauma.”
SKILUX
What was your breakthrough moment in web3?
One of the biggest milestones for me was getting onboarded to SuperRare in the summer of 2022. After releasing my genesis collection, which performed really well, I started to see rapid growth — not just in terms of sales, but in my artistic development as well. That moment marked a major shift and pushed me to keep evolving creatively.
What are the biggest challenges facing rising artists in web3?
Right now, I’d say the biggest challenge for any rising artist is marketing themselves to collectors. It’s become increasingly difficult to sell artwork in today’s ecosystem, regardless of its quality or message.
What advice do you have for rising artists in this space?
My best advice is to keep going and never lose sight of why you started creating art in the first place. Focus on doing something unique, and don’t be afraid to experiment until you discover a style that feels true to you — something that carries meaning and reflects who you are.
