Fashion Photographer Ezequiel De La Rosa and Fanaply Partner for Photography and Art Based NFTs Inspired by Marilyn Monroe
NFTs Include Charity Donation, Physical Prints and Zoom Meet & Greets
Fanaply, the eco-friendly NFT solution provider for the world’s biggest names in sports, music, and entertainment, and fashion photographer Ezequiel De La Rosa announced today the launch of the “Oh Marilyn” NFT project benefitting the nonprofit women’s organization, The Helping Angels. The collection is inspired by none other than the strength and beauty of Marilyn Monroe, and the first release includes 5 celebrities and models that are the subject of this first-of-their-kind photography and art-based NFTs: Dorinda Medley, Jenn Lyon, Lana Ogilvie, Luann de Lesseps, and Sophie Sumner.
This NFT collection is minted on the Polygon blockchain, for the most environmentally friendly NFTs, and depending on the NFT, can include additional perks like physical prints, charity donations, and even Zoom interviews with celebrities and models via auction.
Beginning March 31, 2022 at 10am ET, fans can visit https://fanaply.com/ohmarilyn, to purchase or bid on the very first release of this NFT collection. These are the very first NFTs for photographer Ezequiel De La Rosa as well as Dorinda Medley, Jenn Lyon, Lana Ogilvie, Luann de Lesseps, and Sophie Sumner.
“’Oh Marilyn’ celebrates women of every race, size, and background,” said photographer Ezequiel De La Rosa. “I am proud to have been raised by strong women. Growing up in Cuba, my mother was the picture of grace and did all she could to make me feel comfort and love amidst a difficult social climate. My sisters have always been my best friends, and it’s been inspiring to watch their strength and resilience. There is one woman that all three of them have always admired – a woman who has managed to charm people across several generations: Marilyn Monroe. Although Marilyn was renowned for her beauty, it’s her inner strength and determination that fascinates me the most. Despite a difficult childhood, she held steadfast to her dreams of stardom. This series features some of my dearest friends who embody this spirit of perseverance to the fullest.”
“It was such a pleasure collaborating on this tribute to Marilyn,” said Luann de Lesseps. “EZ’s [Ezequiel’s] art celebrates confident women, dreams and the belief that fantasies can come true.”
“What an honor to be asked to encapsulate my version of Marilyn – such outstanding hair, makeup and photographer to create this vision – it always takes a village,” said Sophie Sumner. “I am so proud of the final result – especially as there was so much love and laughter on set. As Marilyn would say ‘We are all of us stars, and we deserve to twinkle.’”
“Oh, Marilyn” NFT Collection – First Release:
- It’s all make-believe, isn’t it? Ft. Dorinda Medley (Red) –https://fanaply.com/moment/dorindanmedleyred
o 90 available for direct purchase at $60
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset and contribution to The Helping Angels.
- It’s all make-believe, isn’t it? ft. Dorinda Medley (Blue) – https://fanaply.com/moment/dorindamedleyblue
o 30 available for direct purchase at $300
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph.
- It’s all make-believe, isn’t it? ft. Dorinda Medley (Orange) – https://fanaply.com/moment/dorindamedleyorange
o 1 of 1 available via an auction starting at $1500
o This 1 of 1, limited edition NFT will only be minted once. This is your chance to celebrate Marilyn, show your fandom for Dorinda Medley and support The Helping Angels charity. Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph, and you’ll be invited to join an exclusive, private 10-minute video meeting with Dorinda Medley herself.
- The Bombshell ft. Jenn Lyon (Yellow) – https://fanaply.com/moment/jennlyonyellow
o 60 available for direct purchase at $60
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset and contribution to The Helping Angels.
- The Bombshell ft. Jenn Lyon (Pink) – https://fanaply.com/moment/jennlyonpink
o 30 available for direct purchase at $300
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph.
- The Bombshell ft. Jenn Lyon (Green) – https://fanaply.com/moment/jennlyongreen
o 1 of 1 available via auction starting at $1500
o This 1 of 1, limited edition NFT will only be minted once. This is your chance to celebrate Marilyn, show your fandom for Jenn Lyon and support The Helping Angels charity. Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph, and you’ll be invited to join an exclusive, private 10-minute video meeting with Jenn Lyon herself.
- The Starlet ft. Lana Ogilvie (Purple) – https://fanaply.com/moment/lanaogilviepurple
o 60 available for direct purchase at $60
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset and contribution to The Helping Angels.
- The Starlet ft. Lana Ogilvie (Magenta) – https://fanaply.com/moment/lanaogilviemagenta
o 30 available for direct purchase at $300
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph.
- The Starlet ft. Lana Ogilvie (Lime) – https://fanaply.com/moment/lanaogilvielime
o 1 of 1 available via auction starting at $1500
o This 1 of 1, limited edition NFT will only be minted once. This is your chance to celebrate Marilyn, show your fandom for Lana Ogilvie and support The Helping Angels charity. Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph, and you’ll be invited to join an exclusive, private 10-minute video meeting with Lana Ogilvie herself.
- We Are All Of Us Stars ft. Countess Luann De Lesseps (Orange) – https://fanaply.com/moment/luanndelessepsorange
o 90 available for direct purchase at $60
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset and contribution to The Helping Angels.
- We Are All Of Us Stars ft. Countess Luann De Lesseps (Teal) –https://fanaply.com/moment/luanndelessepsteal
o 30 available for direct purchase at $300
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph.
- We Are All Of Us Stars ft. Countess Luann De Lesseps (Lime) – https://fanaply.com/moment/luanndelessepslime
o 1 of 1 available via auction starting at $1500
o This 1 of 1, limited edition NFT will only be minted once. This is your chance to celebrate Marilyn, show your fandom for Luann De Lesseps and support The Helping Angels charity. Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph, and you’ll be invited to join an exclusive, private 10-minute video meeting with Luann De Lesseps herself.
- Keep Your Head High ft. Sophie Sumner (Black) – https://fanaply.com/moment/sophiesumnerblack
o 60 available for direct purchase at $60
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset and contribution to The Helping Angels.
- Keep Your Head High ft. Sophie Sumner (Yellow) – https://fanaply.com/moment/sophiesumneryellow
o 30 available for direct purchase at $300
o Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph.
- Keep Your Head High ft. Sophie Sumner (Blue) – https://fanaply.com/moment/sophiesumnerblue
o 1 of 1 available via auction starting at $1500
o This 1 of 1, limited edition NFT will only be minted once. This is your chance to celebrate Marilyn, show your fandom for Sophie Sumner and support The Helping Angels charity. Purchase of this NFT will include the digital asset, contribution to The Helping Angels, a physical print of the photograph, and you’ll be invited to join an exclusive, private 10-minute video meeting with Sophie Sumner herself.
The Oh Marilyn NFTs are produced and hosted by Fanaply, the leader in developing NFTs from the biggest names in music, sports, and entertainment for the world’s biggest fans. In 2021 alone, Fanaply launched official NFTs for American Express and Grammy-nominated artist SZA, Trevor Noah, NHL team New Jersey Devils, and Death Row Records. In 2019, Fanaply partnered with the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival to power their digital collectibles program. Collectors and fans interested in more information and purchasing can visit Fanaply.com, or https://fanaply.com/OhMarilyn.
“Fanaply is the most trusted NFT solution partner. We provide strategic, eco-conscious NFT features, integrations, and technology that have real impact and make the world of NFTs more accessible to everyday people,” said Danielle Maged, Chief Commercial Officer at Fanaply. “We are thrilled to partner with such a talented and connected photographer as Ezequiel De La Rosa and these notable celebrities to help introduce this inspiring collection.”
Fanaply has always had an environmentally friendly approach to NFTs since inception, and their managed wallet system and partnership with Offsetra have made them a 100% carbon neutral NFT marketplace. To further improve energy efficiency, user experience and NFT costs, Fanaply has now added the Polygon blockchain to their platform. Polygon is 99.99% more energy-efficient than industry-standard layer 1 blockchains, drastically reducing the environmental impact and gas fees.
Fanaply also believes the future of NFTs is an accessible one, where people can afford to buy them and purchase with credit and debit cards.
