The Garden of Nowhere

I gave this post this title because so many of the scenes you see in my photos no longer exist. It is wonderful being able to create a setting on a whim, inventory and prim allowance withstanding. While the vast majority of the items I use still lay languishing in the depths of inventory, they may never again see the light of day, or they may be brought out, dusted off and used another day.

I have a home in Second Life. I spent about two months working on the current version, getting it just right. But I rarely ever go there. Instead, I tend to hang out on a bare platform until a new bauble or structure or plant inspires me to bring a scene to life. Unlike a lot of bloggers, my workspace is uncluttered. Once the credits have been captured, the items disappear, one by one, until I am back on my simple prim platform once again.

One designer whose work who frequents my posts – and also my permanent home – is [ keke ]. Delicate, detailed and delightful are the first words that come to my mind when I think of Kean Kelly’s creations. I am sure (if you look closely at the photo) you will recognise the butterflies, which have flittered their way through several of my recent posts. She has just released the lovely allium flowers for the July round of Collabor88 and in her mainstore, you can find the lovely garden gate and fence. If you were a subscriber of Deco(c)rate a couple of months ago when she contributed the Neverland Gate, you can now pick up the add-ons at the mainstore, as well. As ever, they are a lovely example of her talent and craft.

Close your eyes, imagine you can hear the breeze as it plays through the grass, feel the flutter of the butterfly’s wings against your cheek and feel the warmth of the late afternoon sun. It is all there, in the Garden of Nowhere. But do hurry; it will disappear before the sunset fades to grey.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:
*Gate and fence: [ keke ] garden gate & fence set . gold by Kean Kelly (new release at the main store)
*Allium plants: [ keke ] wild allium (blush, purpur and white) by Kean Kelly available at Collabor88 July 2017)
*Gate and fence: [ keke ] butterflies dancing – blue by Kean Kelly (available at the main store)
Garden by anc slight wildgrass {flash green} by aki69
[we’re CLOSED] grass field lush by Wendy Xeno
*alirium* ItchyGrass [Brown] by Alir Flow
KIDD GRASS*Wild Bush*Colza by doP Kidd
Mesh Plants – Full Perm Ruins Wall Pack by Reid Parkin
*The Little Branch LB_BloomingTree{Lavender} by Cari McKeenan
The Little Branch LB_AppleTree*Dark{With Apples Menu} by Cari McKeenan

Bandana Day, Baby

Traditionally, the last Sunday of Hair Fair is designated “Bandana Day.” Second Life residents are encouraged to wear a bandana in support of the children who are undergoing treatments or have diseases that cause hair loss. Since the beneficiary of 100% of sales of bandanas sold at Hair Fair go to Wigs for Kids, you can feel good about supporting this cause with a lovely fashion statement.

Each of the four Hair Fair sims has a Bandana Booth, so no matter where you land you can pick out your favourites. I picked up several on my first visit and chose to wear the style from alaskametro<3. It has lovely texturing and a delightful shine. It works perfectly with the bikini from Blueberry at the July round of Collabor88, which in turn shows off this lovely tattoo from PurpleMoon Creations at The Liaison Collaborative. A wonderful triumvirate of fashion.

So, go indulge yourself at Hair Fair. It’s almost Bandana Day, Baby.

Hair Fair Main Landing Points:
Noirette Landing Point
Redhead Landing Point
Brunette Landing Point
Blonde Landing Point

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:
Bandana: alaskametro<3 Hair Fair 2017 Bandana 01 by Alaska Metropolitan (available at Hair Fair 2017 – Bandana Booths on all four sims)
Bikini: Blueberry – Adrianna – Bikini- Maitreya by Blueberryxx (available at Collabor88 July 2017)
*Tattoo: PurpleMoon Creations :: PM :: Ambae Body Art Omega Appliers by Poulet Koenkamp (available at The Liaison Collaborative through July 30)
Hairbase: no.match_ HAIRBASE B for CATWA -JESSICA mesh head by n0match
Mesh body, hands and feet: Maitreya Mesh Body – Lara by Onyx LeShelle
*Mesh head applier: *Birth* 3rd Gen ‘Freya’ Catwa (Catya_bento) Applier – 03. Tone by Silent Alchemi
*Mesh body applier: *Birth* 3rd Gen Maitreya Body Skin Applier – 03. Tone v1.0 by Silent Alchemi

Pose: DEL MAY DM – Sad reflection by Del May

No Disguise For Tears

I have been doing quite a few portraits lately, mainly to highlight styles from Hair Fair. I am not an expert at head shots, but this is another one I have done in the last couple of weeks. When an event that benefits a wonderful charity (Wigs for Kids) rolls around, I think it’s my responsibility to truly make that product the focus of my work.

The hair I am wearing is called TOZASHI from ayame ame, one of several new-to-me designers I love from Hair Fair 2017. The braid which covers one eye is optional via HUD. The sleek bob is a classic, and will work with any more conservative look while adding the braid gives you an edgier look. I adore styles that give you a choice with the simple click of a button.

I am once again featuring makeup from Zibska at the July round of The Liaison Collaborative. While I don’t normally wear bright-coloured makeup, these palettes just work for me. That makes me happy.

No disguise for tears. No substitute for happiness.

Pretty stuff I’m showing off:
Hair: ayame ame aa*Hair – TOZASHI by Fawn Kelberry (available at Hair Fair 2017)
*Lipstick: Zibska Pasha Catwa Applier by Zib Scaggs (available at The Liaison Collaborative through July 30)
*Eyeshadow: Zibska Tamia Omega Applier by Zib Scaggs (available at The Liaison Collaborative through July 30)
*Eyebrows: Arte – Catwa Applier – Beaute Eyebrows by Miriam Lemondrop
*Mesh head: CATWA HEAD Lona v2.12 by Catwa Clip
*Eyes: CATWA RIGGED EYES Lona v1.1 by Catwa Clip
Mesh body, hands and feet: Maitreya Mesh Body – Lara by Onyx LeShelle
*Mesh head applier: *Birth* 3rd Gen ‘Freya’ Catwa (Catya_bento) Applier – 03. Tone by Silent Alchemi
*Mesh body applier: *Birth* 3rd Gen Maitreya Body Skin Applier – 03. Tone v1.0 by Silent Alchemi

Pose: Firestorm Viewer Pose Stand, edited with Animare HUD v2.06 by YT Recreant
Photo taken with LUMIPro 2017 by Stefan Buscaylet