The Artist: Drifter Shoots
Drifter Shoots, the pseudonym of Isaac Wright, is a celebrated photographer and digital artist whose work captures breathtaking urban landscapes and daring feats of human resilience. Known for his gravity-defying rooftop perspectives, Wright blends artistic vision with personal narrative, often reflecting on his experiences as a former paratrooper and his struggles with unjust incarceration. His work resonates deeply with themes of freedom, perspective, and perseverance, offering viewers an awe-inspiring glimpse into worlds both physical and emotional.
"From coast to coast, between borders and beyond, this series represents the journey that has forged the person and artist that I am today. By following my vans on this vast journey through time, I hope you will feel every step and heartbeat, I hope you will rise above fears with me."
The Collection: "Where My Vans Go"
Where My Vans Go is Drifter Shoots’ defining collection, a series of photographs taken from dizzying heights that celebrate the convergence of human courage and architectural beauty. Each piece in the collection features Wright’s iconic sneakers perched precariously on ledges, bridges, or skyscrapers, symbolizing both the fragility and resilience of the human experience. These images invite viewers to confront their own fears, aspirations, and the limits of their comfort zones. Where My Vans Go is more than a photographic series; it’s a testament to the power of perspective—both in art and in life.
A Specific Artwork: Heartbeat
Heartbeat is a 100 edition artwork with stomach churning utility. Notice how the main subject is holding an Mavic Pro Drone controller. Drifter is both balancing on the masted meniscus of the New York Times building AND lining up the shot of himself with the Empire State Building in the background. If there is one photograph that sums up the zeitgeist of freedom in cryptoart, Heartbeat is it.
"All those nights laying in my cell and sitting in this damn courtroom feeling like I’d never be heard. I’ve never stopped fighting. When it’s my turn to speak I will shake this world. I’ve said it a million times I’d die for my art. I’ve put my whole heart in it."