Sunday, March 30, 2025

。☆✼★━Monocle Man Gallery Moments ━★✼☆。 The Vikings Event winners are

                                                   The Vikings Event winners are

     



  1st Place. Andre

   2 Place Igi & Lynx

   3 place maghda& Maaddi

   and dark 




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1st place Andre



congrats on 1st place Andre

Thank you for sharing your  photo with 

us 

Monocle Man Team 



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2 Place Igi 






1 what brought you to second life


For me it was simple, I just saw  on Flickr images  of some lady from my country and she told are from SL and conviced me come and try do photos in SL



2 how long have you been doing art


Before I made  photos  in my Pc games, not sure if I can call it art, but  for sure my photography passion started before SL than about  10 years  or more 


3  tell us about your photo in your own words


Usually my images are  just like dream, for everyone different, for me mystical fantasy  or  portrait with some emotions  or beauty view of places, but for sure all are very shine and usually full of lighta



4  where are you from in rl


I'm from Poland



5  do you  rl photos


Sadly no, never tried it



6  would like to do an exhibit  monocle man


Always with pleasure




7  how  did you learn the basics in photos


First tried something by myself, than met many people who helped me with that which was awesome how many people are  open share what learned


8 .

 do you use photo editors

  what ones do you use

  

  Yes, I use  Gimp with Nik collections sometimes  Photoscape X

   

   

   

   9 )  do you  use  any  any special wind lights

   

   Sometimes yes, before I was able make some custom WLs, what is not  possible now, but still I have them saved and use them

   

   10  who do you look up to in art

   

   Many people for me make art, hard say as style can be totally different, I love dark images other do, with some deep meaning in it, for me art need say something. Sometimes someone I not know  I think all Flickr community bring something  and inspire  other 

   




Thank you igi  for sharing your photo with us

 


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  2 place  Lynx 






congrats to you lynx on 2 place

and sharing your photo with us

 



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 3  Place  maghda

  where are you from in rl

   


Denmark


5  do you  rl photos


I do, i have worked as a commercial photographer for 30+ years



6  would like to do an exhibit at monocle man


I have done before yes, however i chose to do less exhibitions that gives me the freedom to keep inspirement and maybe even renew myself.


7  how  did you learn the basics in photos


Through education, i am a trained photographer


8 .  do you use photo editors   what ones do you use


I use Photoshop

      

   9 )  do you  use  any  any special wind lights

      

   I use different windlights, depending on the mood i want to bring to the picture, lumipro and light/projectors i make myself.

   

   10  who do you look up to in art

   

   For inspiration i use paintings. sculptures, literature and music... the list would be long

   

   In photography i can mention Helmuth Newton, Jan Saudek, Anton Corbijn

      


     Congrats on 3d place


   

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   3 place Maaddi 

1 what brought you to second


life 

   I came to SL to fill my social life and to make friends across the world. 



2 how long have you been doing art

  I have been doing art all my life, I have done water color painting, and other mediums, I have done photographs  from the time I could pick up a camera and click the button. 


3  tell us about your photo in your own words

  The Warrior, she is a strong , protective woman, who will defend to the Death.  it was fun a very challenging subject, I liked that. 

  



4  where are you from in rl

  I am in California The land of Sunshine


5  do you  rl photos

  I am hobbyist photographer in Real life, love the Idea you can capture a feeling, a look, an animal, a child 

  for all times.  




6  would like to do an exhibit at monocle man

  solo no with others yes 



7  how  did you learn the basics in photos

  taking photos in Second Life is alot  different than in real life,  So learning to take pictures in SL was a seek and find mission,  and had to learn basics, but with a lot of friends and watching YOU Tubes , million questions, made lots of mistakes.  I am still learning and finding new subjects to take pictures of.  


8 .

  rather not say , but I do not ever use any kind of AI  system. 

   

   

   

   9 )  do you  use  any  any special wind lights

     Wind light , EEP, PBR ect, has made it very difficult to have any thing special. its usually what ever I stumble around and find. 

   

   10  who do you look up to in art

     In Real life I admire  Ansel Adams for his amazing Black and Whites and landscaping.

     In Second life,  So many talented people here To many to Name. 

   

Congrats on 3d place 

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     3place dark




1. what brought you to second life?


I have seen a report on Second Life and it's creativity and was curious - so I joined and got hooked up



2. how long have you been doing art?


Honestly I don't really feel like an artist - there are people doing much more artful things - but I've started with RL photography with about 16 and always been taking photos since then.



3. tell us about your photo in your own words


I was fascintated by the topic and enjoyed a lot to create a Viking character - for me it was clear he has to be strong and powerful - so I've imagined it should be kind of an action shooting.



4. where are you from in rl?


I'm kinda a digital nomad and change my places quite frequently - well you could call me an European - from my sources I'm from South Germany and Switzerland


5. do you  rl photos?


Yes - almost every day - sometimes just for memories but often as well like more serious photography



6. would like to do an exbit at monocle man?


I think that would be awesome :-)



7. how  did you learn the basics in photos?


From the basics I have been a long time in a photographer circle and studied the different rules of composition and other stuff like that. In SL, mostly learning by doing - trying to play with all features SL (Firestorm) offers.


8. do you use photo editors what ones do you use?

   

Most of my captures are RAW images without any post processing - If needed I mostly use Gimp   


   

9. do you  use  any  any special wind lights?


Usually I start with a day circle I made myself with different settings - and when I think I found one which matches I adjust it to the final settings.

   

   

10. who do you look up to in art?


There are a lot of artists which are impressing me - in Photography, like Don McCullin or Annie Leibovitz and others - in painting from Miro over Dali to Andy Warhol - actually there are also some really great artists here in SL - like Hermes Kondor or CountChanel

   

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

MONOCLE MAN GALLERY Artist Of the Month Calypso "Caly" Applewhyte.

 My name is Calypso "Caly" Applewhyte.



In few words, I joined SL in February 2010. 

After a few months without any specific goal, 

I began exploring and decided to share 

my favorite places by photographing 

and sharing them. 

My leitmotiv was "All is not necessarily beautiful 

in SL, and what is, deserves to be 

shown whenever possible".



I'm passionate about the avatar as a means of 


expression. 

Self-taught on Photoshop, and passionate about 

avant-garde and dystopian fashion, I stage my 

own character in minimalist settings to keep 

only the essential... the emotion.

Many Of Cali amazing Photos 


The evolution over time. I blog for a few brands 

that I particularly like.

But when it comes to exhibiting in SL, I always try 

to get out of the blogger mindset and bring an idea 

of aesthetics in the art of photography by choosing 

a common theme for all the photos in the exhibition.


I hope you will enjoy both my Flickr and exhibition works.



Warm regards,

Caly









Caly photos are truly one of a kind 
 
come check out her art here at Monocle Man
 














Thank you to Caly for sharing her amazing art  with us

Monocle Man Team




Thursday, March 20, 2025

MONOCLE MAN GALLERY Artist Of the Month Evie Ravens

  Artist  of the Month Of July    Is Evie Ravens

     


           Evie Ravens has been a photographer and painter her entire life, having her first show in her early teens. From that moment, she became captivated by the world through her lens, dedicated to sharing her vision with others. Her work has since evolved into a dynamic and immersive experience, showcased in her online gallery, where she invites viewers to see the world as she does—full of emotion, depth, and beauty.

Pathway to Serenity   this  photo is called



Now, Evie brings her distinctive style to Second Life, merging romance and artistry to craft breathtaking virtual landscapes and moments. Her passion for photography has expanded into this digital realm, where she creates stunning visual narratives that transport her audience into the worlds of her imagination. She warmly invites you to step through her looking glass, immersing yourself in the dreamlike scenery she designs and curates.

Celebrate your Light this lovely photo is called 


Evelyn attributes much of her journey in virtual photography to her amazing husband, Airgaed B. Ravens. Together, they share a profound love for photography, and it was Airgaed who opened her eyes to the boundless creative potential of Second Life. Through his guidance and encouragement, she discovered new ways to elevate her artistry, blending reality with the infinite possibilities of the virtual world.

 In the Strength of Your Arms this photo is called
of love an tenderness 
we should all love this way its simple 

Beyond her artistic pursuits, Evelyn resides in the Irish countryside, surrounded by the love and support of her husbands, Airgaed and Aodhan, their family, and a delightful menagerie of animals—from majestic horses to charming hedgehogs. In this picturesque setting, she continues to find inspiration, allowing nature and love to shape her ever-evolving artistic journey.

A Flutter of Magic
this lovely photo is called
i simply love this one 








                                                     

                                 Bamboo Forest  this one is called i just love the wind light Evie choice for this
wonderful photo
  






 Photo Quotes  i  picked for this lovely art


  1. “Photography: A love affair with light.
  2. “Chasing light and catching moments.


come check out her lovely works here at Monocle Man
Gallery where Evie an the Ravens Have a  Little Gallery

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Club%20Hub/213/193/25


Thank you for sharing your lovely Art  with us
an your story 
  with us Evie 

Monocle Man Team


Tuesday, March 18, 2025

。☆✼★━ Monocle Man Gallery Moments ━★✼☆。

 This Month 

we  have  Art Exabit  of   Michiel Bechir

come check out his lovely spring 

exabit




 if you wish an Art Exabit

here at Monocle Man

Drop a note card to

willow Lynx or Kit

we be happy to help you

Monocle Man

Team