Virtual Artefacts by Elle Thorkveld

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2D virtual art, 3D virtual art, digital art, Elle Thorkveld, Generative Art, glitch process art, interstellART, Virtual Artefacts

Virtual Artefacts is the November exhibit at interstellART AiR Gallery. it’s a wonderful collection of generative and glitch process art by Elle Thorkveld; some of the pieces are animated including parts of the 3D sculpture shown in the photo above.

The region light is shown in the photo above and perhaps you’ll find it the best to view the art. I chose sunrise setting on the Lab viewer for the purpose of blog photos.

The exhibit opened on November 5th when I believed it to run through the end of the year. I am disappointed to learn that it is closing sometime during the last week of November.

“Virtual Artefacts is a colorful exploration of creative 2D and 3D digital work produced using generative and glitch processes. Many artworks were created by iteratively using multiple techniques on the same file. Some works were further processed using Dreamscope software which uses AI techniques to create interesting artistic effects.”

“Generative art is a form of art which relies on an autonomous system for some of the artistic decisions. In this case, using computer software to develop the art and to randomly select some of the features of the work. Glitch work focuses on the introduction of error for creative results.”

The pieces are grouped in different sections, some for sale and some not. I am hoping some of these works will be seen again.

“About Elle Thorkveld

Artist focusing on generative and glitch digital art. Enjoys creating SL sculpture, installations, experimental machinima, video and music. SL and RL photographer. RL mixed media artist.”

One of the most striking pieces is the 3D animated “walls” shown in the photo above. I filmed a 2:33 minute vimeo to document the piece which you can see here.

New Toulouse Spectral Activity Survey

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Beacon Spiritualist Institute, ghost stories, ghosts, Haunted New Toulouse, hunts, New Toulouse

Hunting in New Toulouse is an activity I enjoy and look forward to and The Spectral Activity Survey going on right now through December 5 is something I made time to participate in.

“Following a sharp rise in reports of local hauntings, a fresh survey of ghostly activity is taking place in New Toulouse Parish.

The Spectral Activity Survey will continue through December 5, so be on the lookout for any haints, spooks, wraiths, phantoms, specters, poltergeists, or other apparitions. Citizens who register 20 ghosts with the Beacon Spiritualist Institute will gain access to gifts organized by the Taloo Boosters Society.

‘The ghosts of this parish, among them the oldest inhabitants of the area, have for too long been without a voice,’ said Richard Mains, a recently deceased candidate for New Toulouse mayor. ‘Since many ghosts are housebound, we call upon the living to find us and tell our stories.’

The most recent survey of this type was undertaken in November 1914, when 2,720 spirits were reported in this parish.

To get started finding ghosts, visit the Beacon Spiritualist Institute at 23 Nightingale Street, New Toulouse, and pick up your “Ghost Hunter’s Kit.”

Upon arriving at the Institute to pick up the kit, you’ll get a HUD with 20 spaces to collect ghost sightings and an instruction notecard with the landmark for the first stop.

If you crash a lot, you’ll want to remove the HUD several times and then add again to save what you’ve been collecting. Fortunately, I didn’t crash once and enjoyed the Hunt in one visit.

This is a wonderful way to explore New Toulouse. Many of the haunted sites are near each other so if you’re familiar with the area you can easily walk to the next place.  There are established locations and I discovered some newer places as well.

I usually don’t do well with Hunts for a combination of reasons and don’t feel I have time or patience to bother with them. Most of the prizes these days don’t interest me.

Out of the 20 locations on this Hunt, I found only two to be difficult, but not impossible. There is an option to join a group for help.

It’s best to use the region light setting. It’s not only gorgeous but makes it easier to spot the ghosts. I lightened these photos for this post.

My favorite part of this Hunt was collecting the ghost stories submitted by avatars, one for each location. I found them to be entertaining and well written. One of my favorite prizes is the book from the Beacon Spiritualist Institute that when clicked, offers a link to a web page with the story collection. Being copyable, I have rezzed a few at some of my locations on the grid for avatars to read when they stop and no one’s home.

I also very much like the radio that plays Jelly Roll from Quelques Choses (which I co-own and operate) and some art prints and textures from Weeds Vegetarian Public House. Some of the other rewards are the likes of which you won’t find anywhere else.

Thanks to everyone who contributed to this uniquely themed Hunt. It’s a lovely tradition.

Mysteries by Melusina Parkin

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Melusina Parkin, Nitroglobus Roof Gallery

Mysteries by Melusina Parkin continues at Nitroglobus Roof Gallery through November.

For a thorough and lovely account of the exhibit, read Oema’s post on Virtuality blog.

Sujeewa Kumari and Sanjeewa Kumara at interstellART

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interstellART, Mixed Media on Paper, Sanjeewa Kumara, SanSuJee Gallery, Sri Lankan art, Sujeewa Kumari

by Sujeewa Kumari Mixed Media on Paper

Opened at the SanSuJee Gallery at interstellART on Oct 23: “This gallery is dedicated to Sujeewa Kumari and Sanjeewa Kumara, a Sri Lankan artist couple, creating pictures full of fantasy, dreams and colorful beauty … ”

by Sanjeewa Kumara

Notecards with extensive info are available by clicking the notice board near the landing.

The 2D pieces are displayed on the outside walls of the gallery too.

The works can be purchased and look much better inworld than these photos can indicate.

Currently at La Maison d’ Aneli, Virtual Holland

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HOLALA Alter, Kalijah Chrome, La Maison d'Aneli, Morlita Quan, Theda Tammas, Vangogh Rembranch, Xirana Oximoxi

by Theda Tammas

The current exhibits at La Maison d’ Aneli opened October 26 with the next exhibits opening November 29.  At the landing, upstairs, is the vibrant 3D installation shown above.

Across from Tammas’ work is a multi-level installation by Xirana Oximoxi which requires a fair amount of time to take in properly. It focuses on historical and current situations regarding Catalonia with relevant reminders about human rights, Civil and Political Rights, A Global Inventory of Organized Social Media Manipulation and the importance to THINK before you post.

by Holala Alter

Also near the landing is an hommage to HOLALA Alter ( March 8, 2008 — October 20, 2017) by Duna Gant with a couple of animated works by Alter.

Moving downstairs are the real life paintings of VanGogh Rembranch on the left.

Photographs by Kalijah Chrome on the right.

Also on this level, in a large, white room,  are a 3D and  2D works by Morlita Quan.

 

Tete de L’Art at Orangerie Valpennac

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Djedge Freschi, L' Orangerie de Valpennac, Never Totally Dead, Tete de l'Art

When I received a group notice about an exhibit at one of my favorite stores, Never Totally Dead, I went with a friend as soon as possible.

“We are happy to announce that, for the first time, l’Orangerie de Valpennac will host an art exhibition.

“Tete de l’Art” by Djedge Freschi will be visible in this new Gallery in November and December 2017.”

The 15 works of art are called paintings, look like collages, and can be purchased separately or as a collection for 50% off. I found them to be amusingly offensive.

Never Totally Dead has classic old manor homes, historical items, many haunted  pieces, antique furniture and curiosities.  I enjoy the group gifts.

The collection is well suited for their L’ Orangerie de Valpennac and would be wonderful to stumble across on a grand estate.

I chose this piece for some ruins that chickens roam in at Shoshin Acres in Sedge.

 

L A Gallery, Amaro

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Club L A and Gallery, Fuyuko, John Brianna, Kimeu Korg, Myra Wildmist

Recently I’ve visited the LA Gallery several times after new exhibits have opened. I’ve been aware of the place since about February of last year but it has only been during the last few weeks that I’ve been able to check it out.

Opening earlier today is Visions by Kimeu Korg at Gallery Level 1 South.

Part of the artist statement:

“There you will see my own Vision about how i understand the world and life of Photography. From me a good picture have to tell a story, a flash of Life, a moment in time and space, can be done in so many ways and Second Life is an excellent platform from create moments.”

Across from Korg’s exhibit is Transitions by Myra Wildmist which opened on October 22.

From Myra’s artist CV:

“BIOGRAPHY:
My art primarily explores the freedom online communities, specifically Second Life, provide, allowing you to set aside your cultural roles and explore other roles. Real life cultural roles are necessary for a functioning society, but they are often extremely confining, almost forcing people into pigeon holes of expected behavior. Second Life gives us all the opportunity to slip out of our pigeon holes and be almost anything we can imagine.

My work is done entirely in-world using SL Windlight, effects, settings, and filters.

Second Life is my medium.”

Above Myra’s exhibit on Level 2, is Photography by John Brianna which has been open the longest. The artist bio contains info on his other exhibits and links to follow his work as do the bios of the other photographers.

Information about Fuyuko (wintergeist) and her Club L A and Gallery can be obtained at the landing.  Walking through the gallery and out the back, you’ll find a peaceful park and then an office/studio space with a catalog of Fuyuko’s work.

 

 

 

Berries at Montara Bridge Works Gallery

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2D digital art, Berries, Montara Bridge Works Gallery, Pearl Grey, Sansara

Open November 7 through January 2018 at Montara Bridge Works, the Berries series is a 2D digital art meditation incorporating virtual photography.

BERRIES

seasonal

abundant

accessible to more than
just the lofty ones

pass by
the hard and bitter

pass by
mushy ones with no real substance

savor the moments
of the real and the sweet

~ Pearl Grey

November 5, 2017

You are more than welcome to stop by and my latest gallery exhibit.

 

 

 

 

Route 2 ~ Epione to Emmelia, Heterocera

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Heterocera, Linden Department of Public Works, Route 2, The Atoll

Having finished a series of posts focused on the virtual infrastructure of Route 10 in Jeogeot about a month ago, I am resuming on Route 2 in Epione on Heterocera.

I am beginning where Route 2 meets Mock Heather Road. These photos were taken about a month ago so I am checking the route again to make sure that no huge craters or other disasters have happened to make the area unrecognizable.

Moving from Epione to Siona, I discover that the wonderful land that was for sale last month has been sold but there is a security orb.

That is wonderful Drongolia shown in the background.

The bridge looks like this on the road.

Entering Gnoma, I couldn’t help but notice the terrible proliferation of sage grass and disrepair.

I walked through Ridens, Viciae, Albulata and Brithys. The road had fewer sage bushes in some stretches.

I called in map-reading backup here in Brithys where there is a road to the left. (Route 2 veers sharply to the left a little further on.)

A few steps further straight ahead we entered Emmelia with the Emelia Rez Zone on the left.

And to confirm we were going in the right direction.

You can buy the Linden Department of Public Works Manhole Cover for L$0.

A little further on, still in Emmelia, is a bridge.

The bridge from the side.

Many times there are interesting things to see under the LDPW bridges.

Including under water.

It’s just after this bridge that Route 2 turns sharply to the left.

 

Virtual Artefacts Opening Sunday, November 5

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2D glitch, 2D gnerative, Elle Thorkveld, interstellART, Virtual Artefacts

Virtual Artefacts exhibit at interstellART AiR Gallery, Nov 2017

An exhibition of 2D generative & glitch art and 3D sculpture by Elle Thorkveld.

Opening on Sunday Nov 5 2017 at 1 pm SLT.