Unlimited Series (♾️)
The Unlimited Series (or open series) allows an Artist to offer an Artwork for digital download without limiting the number of copies sold.
Unlike Limited Series (1/1, 1/10, 1/100), it does not rely on the concept of rarity, involves no NFT, and generates no certificate of authenticity.
The Unlimited Series corresponds to a digital distribution model, similar to the practices of image banks or editorial license platforms.
What the buyer receives:
- a digital file (HD, JPEG, etc.)
- a usage license defining the usage rights (©, CC-BY, EXPO-S)
The Unlimited Series provides access to the file, not to a numbered copy or a collectible title.
Characteristics:
- The Unlimited Series does not constitute a series in the artistic sense, but a (digital distribution under license).
- No numbering, no limitation on the number of buyers.
- No NFT issued, no rarity or collection logic.
- No right to physical print is associated with the file.
- Compatible only with non-exclusive licenses.
The EXPO Exclusive license (EXPO-X) is incompatible with any unlimited series.
When to choose an Unlimited Series?
This format is ideal for uses where the objective is not collection but image exploitation, notably:
- selling an Artwork accompanied by a usage license (©, CC-BY, EXPO-S),
- offering a visual immediately usable in an editorial or commercial context,
- meeting the needs of media, businesses, organizations,
- distributing content for wide dissemination, without the intention of creating rarity,
- monetizing a work via a volume + licenses model, rather than a collection logic.