The original creator of Pepe the Frog has been actively monetizing his iconic artwork through official channels. An authenticated hand-drawn Pepe piece from 2016 was made available for purchase via a dedicated online storefront, with proceeds directly supporting the artist. This move highlights how pioneering digital artists are reclaiming ownership and distribution of their works in the Web3 era. The direct-to-collector model through verified marketplaces demonstrates the growing significance of official artist channels in the NFT and digital collectibles space. Such authenticated transactions reinforce the value of provenance and artist credibility within the creative economy.