In the month of February, the renowned Nitroglobus Roof Art Gallery, owned and curated by Dido Haas, will host an exceptional art exhibition titled “Shadows of Strength” by Frank Atisso. The exhibition will be presented in “The Annex” room at Nitroglobus, offering the audience a unique perspective on the interplay of light and shadow through grayscale male nude photography.
What makes this exhibition even more special is the rarity of artistic image exhibitions featuring the male nude in Second Life. Frank Atisso aims to break the mold by providing the audience with something different from the usual artistic routine. In “Shadows of Strength,” Frank portrays himself in various interpretations of nudity, exploring the inherent beauty, strength, and vulnerability of the male physique.
Frank Atisso is a well-known name in the Second Life art community. He has been an influential art blogger in the past, writing numerous reviews of Second Life art exhibitions on his blog, “Art Kornersl.” When writing reviews became too time-consuming, he created the Art Korner Exhibits HUD, which provided a weekly overview, including landmarks of Second Life art exhibitions. Furthermore, his contributions extend to the gallery scene, as he was the former owner and curator of ArtKorner Gallery, which has now transformed into Artsville Galleries with Jerzzie Reece as his counterpart.
When Frank showed some of these remarkable images to Dido Haas a while ago, she immediately suggested that he exhibit them at Nitroglobus. Dido Haas is thrilled with the quality and mood of these photographs and takes great pride in showcasing Frank Atisso’s work at Nitroglobus, making it the first gallery ever to exhibit his art.
Additionally, Dido Haas expresses sincere gratitude to Adwehe for her artwork, “The Fountain of Strength,” situated on a GO board play, created especially for this exhibition. Adwehe’s artwork adds another dimension to the atmosphere of “Shadows of Strength” and has captured Dido Haas’s attention.
Frank Atisso’s “Shadows of Strength” exhibition promises to be an extraordinary experience for Second Life art enthusiasts. The grayscale photographs, skillfully utilizing the interplay of light and shadow, delicately highlight the contours and lines of the human body. This exploration of beauty, strength, and vulnerability in the male form is undoubtedly a testament to Frank Atisso’s artistic commitment and talent.
Art lovers and visitors of Nitroglobus Roof Art Gallery should not miss the opportunity to admire “Shadows of Strength.” The exhibition offers a unique chance to immerse oneself in an artistic experience that challenges conventions and provides a fresh perspective on the forms and beauty of the male body.
As I stepped into the ethereal world of Melusina Parkin‘s ‘Silent Shores‘ exhibition at the Nitroglobus Roof Art Gallery, curated by the visionary Dido Haas, I found myself immediately captivated by the artist’s endeavor to capture the elusive essence of silence within the virtual realms of Second Life.
Embracing the Void: A Digital Odyssey
In an age where noise inundates our senses, Melusina Parkin beckons us to explore the profound beauty of emptiness through her lens. ‘Silent Shores’ is not merely a collection of virtual images; it is a testament to the artist’s audacious attempt to encapsulate silence within the pixels and hues of Second Life.
The Silent Symphony of Pastels
Wandering through the gallery, it becomes evident that Parkin’s choice of pastel colors is not arbitrary. The soft, muted tones create a visual harmony that complements the overarching theme of silence. It is as if each stroke of her digital brush whispers a story of tranquility, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the subtle cadence of color.
Where Voices Fade: Solitude in Pixels
The exhibition masterfully employs lonely landscapes and hazy visuals to convey the absence of noise and chatter. Through blurred images and gentle hues, Parkin paints a canvas of quietude, where the viewer can almost hear the silence echoing within the virtual space. It’s a testament to the artist’s ability to create an immersive experience that transcends the boundaries of the digital realm.
Silence as a Void: The Duality of Absence
In contemplating the curated images, one cannot help but grapple with the paradox of silence as both absence and presence. Parkin’s work invites us to confront the duality of silence, where it can evoke a sense of peace yet also resonate with a tinge of melancholy. The deliberate choice to subtract rather than add elements amplifies the impact, leaving the viewer with a profound emptiness to ponder.
Minimalism and the Shoreline Serenity
A significant portion of the exhibition features minimalist representations of beaches, rendered in delicate pastels. These serene seascapes, stripped down to their essence, radiate a quiet beauty that is both calming and contemplative. It’s a masterful blend of minimalism and emotional depth that characterizes Parkin’s unique approach.
Closing Thoughts: A Silent Ovation
As I conclude my exploration of ‘Silent Shores,’ I find myself in awe of Melusina Parkin’s ability to transcend the visual and immerse us in the auditory world of silence. The exhibition is not just a collection of images; it is a symphony of stillness that resonates with the soul. In a world clamoring for attention, Parkin’s work stands as a testament to the power of embracing the quiet, even within the bustling landscapes of Second Life.
Calypso Applewhite inaugurated yesterday, Saturday, January 18th, since 1 PM SLT, her new photo exhibition at the DiXmiX Art Gallery, owned and curated by Dixmix Source. Due to various commitments, I was not able to be present at the opening, so I reserved an hour to visit it today, and I am pleased with my choice. I have appreciated Caly for a long time, and, looking at the new photographs, I realize that she is continuing her “photographic experimentation.”
Caly Applewhite
The female avatar, often accompanied by face masks, seems to be a recurring element of the artist’s images. If it were not for the (often) sad look of the avatar, I would say that masks give magnificence to the woman. However, the sad eyes in some images and the lost faces in others, do not provide me glory, but the idea of an “imposed” and not wanted role. The mask would represent the role (could it be a social role?) and the face (sad or lost) of the woman her sense of helplessness in the face of such imposition. I don’t know if Caly meant such an interpretation, I express the idea that this contrast (between the woman’s expression and her mask) arouses me. The predominance of black and white, where black plays the primary role, also helps to convey the feeling I have just described.
Caly Applewhite
I admire Calypso’s use of light: often, all she needs is a single point of view to place it to give depth to the scene. I recommend a visit to the Calypso Applewhite exhibition, which will be open until February 15th.
Me at DiXmiX Art Gallery visiting Caly’s exhibition
Fortunately, I met DiXmiX on the occasion of my visit that kindly gave me the calendar of upcoming exhibitions and openings. Here it is for you!
Feb 1st – Moki Yuitza: Hyper Virtual (In the womb)
Feb 8th – S т σ я i є’ S Helendale (glitterprincess.destiny)
Feb 15th – Harbor Galaxy (Debbi Lombardo in flickr)
Feb 22th -Duna Gant
DiXmiX also explains to me that the theme for January is “almost black and white,” while the theme for February will be “painting spirit.” Moreover, in March, Paola Mills will show her conceptual images, and in April, Melusina Parkin will show her exquisite minimalism.
Maloe Vansant is a representative and well-known artist in the “art in Second Life” world. Her images, highly appreciated on Flickr, are a hymn to the woman, to her femininity, delicacy, strength, nonconformity, suffering, joy. To her life, in short. During her art exhibition at the Nitroglobus Roof Art Gallery, curated and owned by Dido Haas, Maloe exhibits some unpublished images that have as their central theme the woman. The title of the exhibition, “The moon lives in the lining of your skin,” is the last line of Pablo Neruda‘s poem “Ode to the beautiful nude.” Actually, in the Italian translation, something seems to be different: in fact, the last line of the poem reads, “under your foot lives the moon.” In the Italian translation, it seems to be a woman predominance, as if to say that the beauty of the moon can not compete with the woman’s one. That’s why the moon lives under her feet. Beyond this discussion about the purity of translation, Maloe Vansant wants to express her feelings, her sensitivity, just concerning the poetry of Pablo Neruda, “Ode to the beautiful nude.” In the images proposed by Vansant, it seems almost to see the rays of that moon hidden in the folds of the beautiful woman introduced in each shot. The beauty of the moon stands out in the night darkness, so too does the enchanting woman stand out in the shadows of the image. Located in the center of the gallery stands the statue entitled “Crisp” by Kai Konijin. Maloe Vansant has also recently exhibited at the DixMix Art Gallery. I talked about her and other exhibiting artists in this article in ECLIPSE Magazine.
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Art In Second Life: Maloe Vansant alla Nitroglobus Roof Art Gallery
Maloe Vansant è un’artista rappresentativa e conosciuta nel panorama artistico di Second Life. Le sue immagini, apprezzatissime su Flickr, sono un inno alla donna, alla sua femminilità, delicatezza, forza, anticonformismo, sofferenza, gioia… alla sua vita, insomma. In occasione della sua esibizione artistica di immagini presso la Nitroglobus Roof Art Gallery, curata e di prorietà di Dido Haas, Maloe espone alcune immagini inedite che hanno come tema principale sempre la donna. Il titolo della esibizione “La luna abita nelle rughe della tua pelle” è l’ultima riga del poema di Pablo Neruda “Ode alla bella nuda“. In realtà, nella traduzione italiana, qualcosa sembra essere differente: infatti l’ultima riga della poesia recita “sotto il tuo piede vive la luna”. Nella traduzione italiana sembra esserci una predominanza della donna, come a dire, in parole semplice, che la bellezza della luna non può competere con la bellezza della donna. ecco perché la luna abita sotto i suoi piedi. Al di là di questa disquisizione sulla purezza della traduzione, Maloe Vansant desidera esprimere il suo sentire, i suoi sentimenti, la sua sensibilità, proprio in relazione alla poesia di Pablo Neruda, “Ode alla bella nuda”. Nelle immagini proposte dalla Vansant, infatti, sembra quasi di scorgere i raggi di quella luna nascosti nelle pieghe della bellissima donna proposta in ogni scatto fotografico. Così come la bellezza della luna risalta nella oscurità notturna, allo stesso modo l’incantevole donna spicca nelle ombre dell’immagine. Ubicata al centro della galleria spicca la stuata dal titolo Crisp di Kai Konijin. Maloe Vansant ha recentemente esposto anche alla DixMix Art Gallery. Ho parlato di lei e altri artisti espositori in questo articolo su ECLIPSE Magazine.
