The Art Factory is about art and artists. At The Art Factory, we display art; we appreciate art; we learn about art; and, we promote art. We have over a dozen galleries dedicated to in-world artists, where they show their innovative creations. As such, we are beginning a feature called Meet the Artist.

This week we want to introduce to you, the very talented Nice Minik.

Ms. Minik, can you tell us a bit about yourself and your art?
My interest for VL-Photography started back in InworldZ with some photos of dancing Avis.
In 2017 the "Nice Minik" on OSG was created to try out "hypergriding" and to build a photo-studio with backdrops and "flat" lighting for Avi photo sessions.A visit of Ellen and Ernest in my first little gallery changed my virtual life.
Since that day I explored the photo-features of Firestrom and tried a lot of light-effects to make my inworld-photos more interesting. It comes in handy to be a prim builder (for certain backgrounds) and I also learned to create poses in the meantime.

And what are you doing artistically now?
Nowadays I can display model-sessions and themed series at "the Art Factory". And I was able to create some issues of the Stark Magazine.

So, what's the motivation behind your work?
Some of my work just tries to show beauty. Some may be a bit provocative. But I always try to find the mood, lighting and angle to take photos, that "tell a story". And sometimes I can even achieve that goal.
One thing stayed consistently through my development as an inworld-photographer: what you see is what I saw. That means, that I never do after-works on my photos.

What do you enjoy most about creating art in virtual worlds?
Besides that, I very much like to show virtual life in a way, that makes viewers enjoy what I enjoyed or maybe get an impulse to think about certain aspects.

Thank you for the interview, Ms. Minik!

Please stop by The Art Factory Reloaded and check out Nice Minik's art! It won't disappoint!

I worked out a solution for initial sitting bug in the NPC Horse (script by Shin Ingen) where the avatar sinks through the horse when wearing an AO.
In the NPC horse script by Shin Ingen in under run_time_permissions(integer perm) FIND
if (perm & PERMISSION_TRIGGER_ANIMATION)
{
llStopAnimation("sit");
//llStartAnimation("man-stop");
switchAnims("idle");
}
and REPLACE with
if (perm & PERMISSION_TRIGGER_ANIMATION)
{
list anims = llGetAnimationList(llGetPermissionsKey());
integer len = llGetListLength(anims);
integer i;
for (i = 0; i < len; ++i) llStopAnimation(llList2Key(anims, i));
//llOwnerSay("Permissions Accepted");
switchAnims("idle");
}
If you don't like coding, just hop over to Neiferleaf and fetch the boxed new horse rezzer at the landingpoint.
Enjoy

Living with friends ...
Amazing community
wir sind mal wieder mächtig stolz auf unsere Leute. Einfach weil sie sind wie sie sind,
weil sie " living with friends" nicht nur als geklauten Slogan nehmen,
sondern dieses feeling jeden Tag leben. Dafür sind wir sehr dankbar .

Ein aufregendes Jahr liegt hinter uns.
Wir hatten Verluste.
Manche taten weh, manche weniger.
Wir hatten aber auch Gewinne
Der größte Gewinn war
Teil einer funktionierenden, lebensfrohen, lebendigen Gemeinschaft geworden zu sein.
Teil eines Grids zu sein,in dem Freundschaft nicht nur ein geklauter Werbeslogan ist.
Teil eines Grids zu sein, dass eigenständig zurecht kommt.

Dafür sind wir sehr dankbar. Unseren Bewohnern und allen, die uns dies ermöglicht haben, wie auch unseren zahlreichen Besuchern.
Möge die Zeit der bollernden Heizungen und prasselnden Kamine die Herzen der Menschen erwärmen und der Duft der Tannenbäume
all den Menschen die schlechten Gedanken vertreiben

Wir wünschen Euch allen ein besinnliches Weihnachtsfest, einen sensationell schönen Start ins neue Jahr und bleibt gesund.

Euch allen ein besinnliches und herzerwärmendes Weihnachtsfest

wünschen Euch Nasti und Rudi vom Soul Grid

*** LARCH TREE V- Larix sibirica V3 (version 3). Thx my friend Alfred (from sim WELCOME (https://opensimworld.com/hop/85057/) she gave a better model for these trees as seen at RL, so I could work on blender - once more released at FLORA, BOX 04, FOREST AREA (ground area). All FREE and FULL PERM. Seasonal textures included and leaves has a soft animation. Enjoy :)

CHERRY TREES PACK * FREE and FULL PERM available at FOREST AREA (ground) at BOX02. Animated particles are in mesh and separated prim so u can remove it when playing seasonal (textures inside). Enjoy :)

On behalf of the entire New Life Italy team, we want to say thank you.
Thank you to everyone who, over the past year, chose to support us and believe in us.
Thank you to the many friends we have met along the way, people we now proudly call FRIENDS, because you are not just supporters, you are part of our journey.
Thank you to those who shared kind words, encouragement, and positivity with us.
And thank you as well to those who shared less positive feedback: constructive criticism has helped us grow, improve, and become better. Even through challenges, you pushed us to evolve and move forward.
A special thank you goes to all of you who are always present at every event we organize, showing us your support and appreciation. You value us not only for what we create and organize, but also for who we are as people and that means everything to us.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you all.
We wish you a peaceful and joyful Christmas, filled with love, happiness, and serenity.
A warm hug from me, from Adry, and from the entire New Life Italy staff 🤍

*Rolf Skin Fatpack OUT NOW!*
Another skin fatpack for CAMDEN EvoX head:
- Comes in 11 different tones matching the Jupiter Body skin
- Brow and browless options for each tone
- Comes with head and brow shapes
- Ears, and couple of shadow add-ons included!

Taxi: hop://sanctumastra.com:8002/StarchildShoppe/145/173/27

Es reicht!! Auch wenn der Mann diesen Eintrag wieder löscht, hier bleibt er für alle. Langsam sind wir an einem Punkt angelangt, wo hier administratives Eingreifen dringend nötig wäre.

Enough is enough!! Even if the man deletes this post, it will remain here for everyone. We're slowly reaching a point where administrative intervention is urgently needed.

All of us at Virtual Beach are devasted with much grief at the news of Lunas passing. We at Virtual Beach would like to extend our condolences to all of wolf grid, its members and her family.

I was saving all my gloebit for her store. She is so talented and her builds helped made my regions look better among the other talented creators.

There will be place at Virtual Beach memorial gardens for her with permission i was given.

I am in tears and devastated, if I could trade my gloebit to bring her back I so would give them all to god.

If anyone needs anything or wants to talk I am here for all.

Buoys! Performed some updates on this buoy. PBR makeover and now this buoy bobs and rocks in the water. (Place in sim water and then touch it to auto height adjust.) Also some PBR materials in the shop, custom signs at request.

💖 RRRA Hairstyle – Sciattisi Grid 💖


RRRA Hairstyle by Sciattisi, designed to offer the highest level of customization and style.
It includes a complete HUD with over 70 hair colors, the ability to change the hat and bow colors, plus different cut styles to match any mood.
Perfect for anyone who loves to stand out with a polished and dynamic look.


💇‍♀️ HUD with 70 hair colors

🧢 Changeable hat color

🎀 Changeable bow color

💅 Changeable cut styles (various looks)

💫 Material layers included

📏 Available sizes: XS – S – M – L

📍 Grid: hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopClothes/160/71/22

💗 Express your personality in every detail with RRRA Hairstyle!
Perfect for casual, kawaii, or street-style outfits – now available on Sciattisi Grid.

🎃 Halloween Land Returns – Opening October 1st! 🎃
https://arkhamgrid.org
https://youtu.be/M3mjoSOiTtQ?feature=shared
https://gyazo.com/40b5a51244e2a650d1ad61f3bb0dff4d
Step into the eerie magic of Halloween Land, reopening this October 1st on the Arkham Grid!
Every year, this immersive experience is reborn with new surprises, hauntingly detailed scenes, and exclusive Halloween-themed stuff you won't find anywhere else.
Explore a stunning virtual world filled with spooky adventures, chilling atmospheres, and festive fun. Whether you're a thrill-seeker, a collector, or just love the spirit of Halloween, there's something waiting for you here.

👻 Don’t miss the new edition of Halloween Land – bigger, better, and scarier than ever!
Available exclusively on Arkham Grid.

It took a little figuring out to get this little cutie uploaded from blender but I figured it out after getting an error message about the physics. I just had to change the physics and it MOOved right in and she's Udderly Adorable. I added some flowers and a fencepost and created a cute little scene for in a yard or close to a barn or just anywhere you'd like to put her, she won't created a "beef" about it. She's full perm and free and you can find her in the Garden Center next to Flower Power. Blessings and much love, Lavia.

🔥 A new masterpiece awaits you today at Sciattisi! 🔥
Be enchanted by Yulia, our latest complete avatar: a magnetic gaze, dreamy lips, breathtaking curves, and a rebellious soul that won't go unnoticed.
I dare you to resist her... but it's impossible!
💥 Come try it. Only at Sciattisi. 💥
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopClothes/130/107/23

🔥 Un nuovo capolavoro ti aspetta oggi da Sciattisi! 🔥
Fatti stregare da Yulia, il nostro ultimo avatar completo: uno sguardo magnetico, labbra da sogno, curve mozzafiato e un'anima ribelle che non passa inosservata.
Ti sfido a resisterle… ma è impossibile!
💥 Vieni a provarla. Solo da Sciattisi. 💥
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopClothes/130/107/23

Hey guys! 🎉! We've just added new bento pose sets to make your photos even more awesome! 📸✨ Don't miss out, come try them out here and get inspired! We're waiting for you! 😊

Ciao ragazzi! 🎉! Abbiamo appena aggiunto nuovi set di pose bento per rendere le vostre foto ancora più fantastiche! 📸✨ Non perdete l'occasione, venite a provarle qui e lasciatevi ispirare! Vi aspettiamo! 😊

hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopAnimation/191/233/2...

Welcome to GridLock Manor
An Interactive Murder Mystery Experience

Step into the fog-drenched streets of NightFall and uncover the chilling secrets buried within GridLock Manor. The neighborhood has gone quiet… too quiet. It’s up to you to find the truth behind the crime.

How to Play:
Start at the Landing:
• Take the HUD: Obtain the HUD and Add to Avatar
• Touch the Orb to register.
• Explore the Neighborhood: Search each home for clues scattered throughout crime scenes.
• Return to the Orb: Stand near the Orb to use your HUD buttons.
• Make Your Accusation: When you think you’ve solved it, use the HUD to guess the Suspect, Weapon, and Room.
• Check the Leaderboard: Located at the landing, the small top orb displays top detectives and clue counts.

Your investigation begins now—can you solve the mystery? https://virtual-hg.com/index.php/gridlock-manor/
three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:NightFall

NEW!!!!! Suesan High foot Pants and Top
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*You will also find updated Evox heads with FullHUD (Updated by Arkham Grid)*
Happy Shopping ♥

╔═══◈◈Club Arda ᴘʀᴇsᴇɴᴛs◈◈
╫◈ ᴅᴊ ◈DjChanel Hurricane
╫◈ ᴡʜᴀᴛ ◈ Deep in Techno☻
╫◈ ᴛɪᴍᴇ ◈13.00 SLT
╫◈ where ◈♬Club Arda, Arkham Grid ♬
╫◈ when ◈1-3 pm grid time 6 July , Sunday

This is the newest update of the Kupra Body, where Alpha Cuts was added, this body is a fully scripted masterpiece and has all the features you could ask for. Including Alpha Cuts, Default and Custom Materials, AutoHide Export to make AutoHide scripts, and all the original nipple/nails textures. You can find your copy here > hop://login.exoticrealities.com:8002/Lush%20Isle/365/264/2...