The Grapevine Wall
A Living Canvas Documenting Humanity's Surreal Trip Into 2030
The Grapevine Wall is a living, visual time capsule capturing our collective human experience through 386 interconnected artworks spanning a transformative 6,000-day journey.
As this groundbreaking project unfolds, artist Craig Tilley adds two new hand-drawn VINES each month, meticulously crafting an evolving infinity cube canvas.Time Remaining
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July 29, 2013 - January 1, 2030
6,000 Days
(16 years, 5 months, 3 days)
Augmented Reality (AR) brings each VINE to life, transforming it into an immersive and interactive experience
Each VINE's narrative is dynamically shaped by real-time developments in social trends, technology, climate change, and economics, weaving a rich tapestry of humanity's collective experiences through what Craig Tilley calls "the Great Transition."
Current Stats
Chapter
4 of 5
VINE Count
272 of 386
Stroke Count*
3,256,084
Estimated Total Strokes at completion is 5 Million
* Strokes are calculated from the Procreate app on my iPad.
About the Artist
Craig Tilley is an artist, storyteller, and visionary who is redefining the boundaries of art and human connection through his immersive social art project, the Grapevine Wall. Tilley's journey is one of resilience, creativity, and a profound understanding of the human experience.
At the age of 20, Craig Tilley's life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with Stargardt's disease, a genetic eye condition that gradually robs individuals of their central vision. While this diagnosis could have been a devastating blow, Tilley chose to embrace it as an opportunity to see the world in new and profound ways.
Five Chapters
Two new VINES are illustrated each month, gradually unveiling the canvas and advancing the story's narrative.
The project is structured across five distinct chapters, each representing a phase of our remarkable journey.
Chapter 1: "The Revelation"
July 2013 - Jan 2017
- 80 Artworks
- 773,277 Strokes
This chapter marked the beginning of an epic journey that will test our perseverance, character, and humanity itself. After decades of warnings, world leaders finally began to take climate change seriously. The future felt hopeful through this chapter, suggesting that we have the opportunity to address our most challenging problems using technology and economic progress, igniting a period of innovation and hope as we embarked on the next chapter in our story.
Chapter 2: "The Awakening"
Feb 2017 - July 2020
- 80 Artworks
- 1,087,117 Strokes
In this dynamic chapter, we witnessed the emergence of a wave of groundbreaking innovations shifting from a deceptive phase to a disruptive force.As technological advancements converged, they began to propel exponential growth. However, the narrative takes an unexpected turn with the onset of the global pandemic. It exposes the fragility of our interconnected global economy and societal structures, giving rise to fear, anxiety, and anger. This seismic event sets the stage for a divergence in political ideologies and human interactions. Chapter 3: "The Revolution"
Aug 2020 - Dec 2023
- 80 of 80 Artworks
- 926,597 Strokes
In this chapter, a digital art renaissance unfolded and abruptly waned in the midst of a whirlwind of extremist uprisings, conspiracy theories, and conflicts that often obscured the genuine potential of cryptocurrency, the metaverse, and advances in green technologies. Then came the biggest revolution of them all: artificial intelligence. AI became the fastest mass-adopted technology in history, and humanity embraced it eagerly, seeking new ways to live, work, create, and communicate.
Chapter 4: "The Rebuild"
Jan 2024 - May 2027
- 32 of 80 Artworks
- 469,093 Current Strokes
Chapter Four, aptly named "The Rebuild," promises to be an exciting and equally challenging journey. The next 1,246 days will likely bring a series of rebuilds, both positive and unforeseen, as we navigate the complexities of crucial elections, exponential advancements in AI, biotech, and robotics, and the ever-present challenges of war, social disruption, and climate change.
Chapter 5A: "The Final Exam"
June 2027 - Dec. 2029
- 0 of 33 Artworks
- 0 Current Strokes
The final chapter is particularly poignant, split into top and bottom sections with 66 VINES that represent two potential futures for humanity—one of hope and another as a cautionary tale. Chapter 5A seems like the rational growth to prosper, but this could be an illusion reflected from 5B.Chapter 5B: "The Final Exam"
June 2027 - Dec. 2029
- 0 of 33 Artworks
- 0 Current Strokes
The final chapter is particularly poignant, split into top and bottom sections with 66 VINES that represent two potential futures for humanity—one of hope and another as a cautionary tale. Chapter 5B may seem to be the wrong direction if you believe downward is a bad thing. Perhaps there is more to the meaning. Own Your Piece of Tomorrow's History
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