While many argue that technology is diminishing our humanity, digital artist Jake Fried holds a contrary perspective. Engaged in the expanding realm of NFTs and digital art communities, he emphasizes a collective spirit, stating, "Now in the NFT space, and as digital art communities grow, it’s like, we’re all in this together. Art is essentially a communication device. It’s about humanity. This is what I love about technology and the internet." Fried's commitment to human connection is palpable in his artwork. His hand-drawn animations, rich in expressiveness and magic, exude a surreal quality that masterfully plays with rhythm and perspective. Despite being consumed on a screen, his films resonate with deep human emotion. At the core of Fried's artistic practice lies his meticulous process. Crafting his short animations demands an investment of thousands of hours. He initiates the creation on paper, scans the drawing into the computer, and then repeats the manual drawing process on the same piece of paper, scanning it again. This iterative cycle continues, resulting in what he describes as "a stream of consciousness over 1000s of hours." Fried sees his work as a form of expression, akin to the endeavors of painters, poets, and dancers, with the format and medium serving as a dynamic exploration of the concepts of time, movement, and transformation.