About Goldie

Michael Hollingsworth (Goldie) is a narrative driven expressionist artist based in the Chicagoland area. His preferred medium is acrylic painting and he has been working as a professional artist for a number of years.

Michael’s work is characterized by a unique combination of abstract and expressionism. His work is often mixed media, incorporating acrylic paints, oil pens, paper, and more. Michael’s work is characterized by bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors, which capture the raw emotion and energy of the human experience. He works primarily with acrylics on canvas, using a variety of techniques to achieve a range of textures and effects. Michael's art is heavily influenced by the late Jean - Michel Basquiat, and he aims to leave a legacy much like that of Jean - Michel.

Michael has exhibited art in numerous galleries and museums across the country, including China and the United Kingdom. He has had numerous speaking engagements throughout the United States, highlighting his career and accomplishments thus far within not only the web 2 space but the web 3 space as well. Michael has also worked with a number of notable clients, including Rolling Stone Magazine and Coinbase.

In addition to his artistic practice, Michael is an active member of multiple decentralized autonomous organizations within the web 3 space. He is dedicated to help onboard new people into the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem using his physical artwork and overall knowledge of the space. Michael will continue to push the boundaries of digital and physical art with his innovative and thought-provoking work.