Virtually Artistic - AVENUE's July Issue

"I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for." Georgia O'Keeffe

Second Life offers us a truly different perspective on the world of art, creativity and overall visual inspiration. As we journey across the grid to find those with a voice, evoking thought and maybe even changing the world, we share our experiences with some of Second Life's most creative thinkers.


"Machinima for Deep Thinkers: A Journey into the Metaverse by Tutsy Navarathna"
Media Mojo | Page 206
Written by Isadora Fiddlesticks & Photography by Tillie Ariantho

While much of machinima is made to entertain, some are made to make us ponder. Upon watching Tutsy Navarathna’s new machinima masterpiece, A Journey into the Metaverse, my long-buried questions about how our Second Life® avatar and our real life selves connect once again came to light.

"Art for Life: the art.AVENUE experience"
Arts Feature | Page 228
Written by Tandra Parx & Photography by Annough Lykin

Every year the AVENUE of Life team presents glorious and fascinating events that combine fashion, beauty and art to create a symbol of the movement: our stand to support and help the millions of people that fight cancer every day. The American Cancer Society and the Relay For Life of SL have raised over $1 million since 2005, and AVENUE of Life continues to make all efforts to strengthen this cause with diverse approaches reaching out to every part of Second Life®, especially in the fashion, music and art communities.

"Clarity through Art"
Arts Feature | Page 240
Written by Sarahelisebeth Brenham & Photography Blaz Halfpint

“The truth shall set you free.” These simple words have been spoken since the beginning of time. For some people, it takes more than words to heed this piece of advice; that is where Layachi Ihen comes in.

"Zebra Thursday: Listen to the Voices in Your Head"
Featured Artist | Page 246
Written by Sensuous Soulstar & Images Provided by Zebra Thursday

No words can do her work justice. She creates as she feels, and she lets the journey drive her creative force. One need only look at her work to feel a certain awe at the creations before you. Yet, there are often unanswered questions. What is the emotion behind the scene? Do I really understand what I’m seeing, and am I even supposed to?

Read these articles and more in the June edition of AVENUE Magazine.

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Artistic Expression - AVENUE Magazine April

The art of expression is in everything we do. From the routine to the extraordinary tasks each day. AVENUE takes pride in discovering, exposing and all around celebrating the artistry that is within Second Life. This month we bring you artistic expression from fashion to fine art.

A Taste of Vintage Chic
Fashion Icon: Squinternet Larnia | page 86
Written by Augusta Carver
Photography by Brie Wonder

When thinking about fashion, most people are reminded of the clothes first, but there are so many different aspects that go along with those…hats, purses, shoes, jewelry, etc. If you have the right pieces to pair with your outfit, they can be used to help define it and make it stand out. Donna Flora designer, Squinternet Larnia has been bringing to life creations which do that and more.

Stature
Golden Shopping | page 102
Written, Styled and Photographed by Vixie Rayna

How we move defines who we are. In-world, one must find the animation that best tells their own story; from dances to static poses, GOLden Shopping offers the best selection to define your personality.

Parallel Worlds and Alternate Realities
Interesting Sims | page 166
Written by Isadora Fiddlesticks
Photographed by Ozz Larsson

Imagine yourself on a new planet, far off the known galaxy, where humans and other beings have gathered together to recreate a new kind of Earth: the Farstar New Earth. This is a posthuman society, the home of Cybersurrealism and Asphyxia (Reborn) beings.

Dustopia
Inspriations | page 238
Curated by Paola Tauber
Artwork by Blackmamba, Nur Moo, Carthalis Rossini, Sabbian Paine, Nara Tairov, Petra Messioptra and Emmylin Hastings

No issue of AVENUE would be complete without our inspirations. Curated by AVENUE Magazine Creative Director Paola Tauber, inspiration is what we hope each reader leaves with when they've read to the end. We're continually inspired by the artist within Second Life and they are truly our inspiration for publishing each month.

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