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Artist Tools & Creative Workflow

Create permanent digital art on Bitcoin using our user-friendly creation tools and community-driven workflow.

🎨 Create Your First Bitcoin Stamp

Ready to create permanent digital art on Bitcoin? Use these official tools:

Visit Stampchain.io →

Stamp Creation

  • Upload your artwork (PNG, JPG, GIF)
  • Set your desired fee for processing speed
  • Broadcast to Bitcoin blockchain
  • Your art becomes permanent and immutable!

SRC-20 Token Creation

  • Design your own fungible tokens
  • Set supply and distribution parameters
  • Deploy to Bitcoin network
  • Build your token community

Pre-Creation Checklist

  1. Define your artistic vision and cultural contribution
  2. Optimize images under 50KB for reasonable fees (100KB max)
  3. Check network fees and budget accordingly
  4. Verify Bitcoin balance in your connected wallet

Image Optimization Tips

Size Guidelines:

  • Recommended: Under 50KB for cost efficiency
  • Maximum: 100KB per transaction
  • Formats: PNG (best quality) or JPEG (smaller files)
  • Resolution: Optimize dimensions for your art style

Creative Workflow:

  1. Create artwork using your preferred tools (Photoshop, GIMP, Procreate, etc.)
  2. Optimize file size while maintaining visual quality
  3. Preview your stamp using the web interface
  4. Create stamp via stampchain.io
  5. Share with community on social platforms

Cost & Network Considerations

Fee Structure:

  • Network fees vary based on Bitcoin congestion (typically 15-50 sat/vB)
  • Larger files cost more due to transaction size
  • Create during off-peak hours for lower fees

Best Practices:

  • Test with small amounts first
  • Consider community impact - create meaningful content
  • Think long-term - stamps exist as long as Bitcoin does
  • Honor community values established by KEVIN

OLGA Protocol Benefits

The OLGA protocol provides cost optimization for all creators:

  • Reduced transaction costs through efficient encoding
  • Lower fees compared to traditional multisig embedding
  • More accessible creation for artists at all levels

📚 Learning Resources

Coming soon: Video tutorials and step-by-step guides

  • Beginner-friendly stamp creation walkthrough
  • Advanced artistic techniques and optimization tips
  • Token economics and community building strategies
  • Creative workflow best practices

💬 Community Support

Get help from the Bitcoin Stamps community:

  • Discord - Real-time assistance and discussions
  • Telegram - Community chat and announcements
  • Twitter - Latest updates and featured art
  • Gallery - Browse existing stamps for inspiration

Inspiration & Examples

What makes great stamps:

  • Meaningful content representing your unique vision
  • Cultural significance and community connection
  • Technical quality within size constraints
  • Personal or historical significance

Featured Community Art:

  • Browse the Stampchain Gallery for inspiration
  • Join community challenges and collaborative projects
  • Learn from KEVIN's story as the foundational SRC-20 token
  • Explore recursive stamps (SRC-721) for unlimited size potential

Getting Started

Ready to create your first Bitcoin Stamp? Follow these simple steps:

  1. Visit stampchain.io → to begin creating
  2. Connect your wallet (UniSat, OKX, or compatible Bitcoin wallet)
  3. Upload your first artwork and follow the guided process
  4. Join the community to share your creations and get feedback

Welcome to the Bitcoin graffiti movement! Your stamp joins KEVIN and thousands of other permanent creations on the most secure blockchain in the world.

Community-owned open source project preserving digital culture on Bitcoin