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Timechain Art Magazine Opens Pre-Sale for Edition One

The rebranded 154-page fine-art journal is now available for pre-order in four collector tiers starting at $42.

Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Fine Art

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Timechain Art Magazine, formerly Bitcoin Art Magazine, has opened pre-orders for its 154-page Edition One journal, featuring works from 30 artists. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Local art enthusiasts and collectors can now pre-order Edition One of the newly rebranded Timechain Art Magazine, formerly known as Bitcoin Art Magazine. The fine-art journal offers a 154-page collection featuring 30 different artists.

Why it matters

The magazine’s name change signals an intentional broadening of its editorial focus beyond its previous subject matter. It aims to serve as a premium showcase for high-quality artwork reproduction using professional-grade paper stocks.

The publication includes 70 pages of full-page artwork within its 154-page count, with pricing ranging from $42 for the open edition up to $3,000 for the 21-copy Patron Edition.

The players

Timechain Art Magazine

A fine-art publication that recently transitioned from its former identity as Bitcoin Art Magazine.

Lawrence Lepard

The author who contributed the foreword for the magazine's first edition.

The details

The 8.5-by-11-inch softcover journal features a foreword by Lawrence Lepard and emphasizes high-fidelity image reproduction. Beyond the standard $42 open edition, the pre-sale includes a $300 Foil Cover version (200 copies), a $600 Hardcover version (100 copies), and a $3,000 Patron Edition (21 copies).

Timeline

  1. Pre-sales for the magazine's inaugural edition opened on October 29, 2026.

The Texas Context

This naming shift marks a departure from niche-focused digital art journals, mirroring the broader industry trend seen in the 2024 rebranding of the Texas Contemporary Art Fair. The change reflects a push for wider editorial appeal among Austin-based publications.

Collectors have immediate access to pre-order options, while local media members may expect to see physical review copies after the printing process completes. The magazine serves as an aesthetic resource for those tracking independent art publishing in the city.

The takeaway

Keep an eye on the publication's distribution schedule to see how the shift toward broader editorial content impacts the local gallery scene. Check the official pre-sale portal for availability updates on the limited 21-copy Patron Edition.

Further reading

Discover more about local creative developments in Fine Art.

Source note: This article includes information reported by The Manila times.

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