LaviaLavine^✦ @LaviaLavine

A mother is a remarkable blend of strength, warmth, and wisdom; she is the heart that beats at the core of a family, nurturing and guiding with a love that’s both fierce and tender. She’s a protector, a confidante, and a source of endless encouragement. On Mother’s Day, we celebrate these extraordinary women who give so much of themselves to light the way for the next generation
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL THE MOTHERS IN OUR VIRTUAL WORLD AND RL :)

Link: https://medium.com/@starchildkin/starchild-kin-on-the-orde...
===Starchild Kin: On the Order of Celestials===
‘…the humans inquire about the Hierarchy of Angels, as they call us. They have conceived a hierarchy of what they call choirs, which does not seem inappropriate, for there is a First Song, that is also the Last...'
'...And from the First Song, that is the Last, the Song without Sound, condensing like pearls of harmonic melody, came the Seraphim, falling like rain upon the mountain, and they Sang to the Song, and there was Harmony....'
[The fragment below is a continuation of the prologue to the background story of the Starchild family at Darkheart’s Playground grid in OpenSimulator and the future development of a HUD (akin to Bloodlines in Second Life) that will foster a roleplay of vampires, demons, angels, and other races.]

🌿🌌 Welcome to Iknimaya: A Pandoran Paradise! 🌌🌿
Step into a world inspired by the awe-inspiring landscapes of the movie Avatar. Welcome to Iknimaya, where the wonders of Pandora come to life before your very eyes. At the landing, you'll find a box of beautiful Pandoran flowers created in the early days before mesh, we called it torturing prims (a favorite pastime). The region is lush, and enjoyable to explore, “I see you.”
three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:iknimaya Thank you @JoeBuilder and @FerdFrederix for adding to the lovely plant collection here.

https://three.hills.grid.outworldz.net/index.php/iknimaya/

Every now and then, I come across stunning Royalty Free jewelry to share with you.

This artist https://www.blenderkit.com/asset-gallery?query=author_id:8...

ILYA ESMAILZADEH
The art: Creating maximums with your minimums.
Genetic engineering of UT

Incredible artist; please give him a like!

Please never sell and observe the creator's Royalty Free License.
LICENSES
BlenderKit only has 2 available licenses, and these are quite simple. Everything you download is available for commercial use. Both allow you to sell higher-level-derivative works, but royalty free license doesn't allow to re-sell 3D models even if modified.

Royalty Free
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This license protects the work in the way that it allows commercial use without mentioning the author, but doesn't allow for re-sale of the asset in the same form (eg. a 3D model sold as a 3D model or part of assetpack or game level on a marketplace).

In the foyer of Monentes Jewelry

A new season of Safari began on Wednesday - thanks to all friends, old and new, who joined us to visit CyberGlo on Wizardry and then Jimmy Olsen on Europa, with Xenon Darrow guiding us around Jimmy's build - both spectacular and informative places.
Here's the Safari blog posts, telling our story - plus, a few pics of the really lovely build by Lampithaler that premiered yesterday.
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2024/04/safari-magic.html
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2024/04/safari-on-europa.htm...
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2024/04/lampis-legends.html

I can't believe we are opening in SIX Days!!
When you come to the party, be sure to have Shared Environment enabled with graphics as high as your rig will allow so you can see the beautiful sky and the shadows.
DJ Kith from Wyldwood Bayou will be spinning the music from female musicians over several decades, 70s-90s in honor of women in Open Sim.
My exhibit consists of portraits I have taken of women who have contributed to Open Sim in significant ways, entitled, "Sculpting Prims: Female Visionaries In Open Sim." This exhibit is to honor and acknowledge the work of women that often goes unnoticed and shine a light on their many accomplishments.
My exhibit is only a part of the opening as we also have several talented artists exhibiting their work you don't want to miss.
Come one, Come all!! We can't wait to see you there!
grid.genesis-roleplay.org:8002:Le Beau Retrouve

Today starting at 9am SLT (6pm Berlin time) The Conference part of HIE begins with a Welcome Panel, and then sessions in German and French, with subtitles, and loads of performance art. Join us if you can it's going to be a wild experience!

Just a beautifull scene..and to let you know that Samsara is going to expand her region... from 2x2 to 5x5!
What we are going to build will be a surprise. Im very excited about it!
But it will be stunning for sure!
Feel free to visit Samsara anytime and take a relaxing moment for yourself !
Try the Tai chi, the Dhamma Hall for the everyday course lead by SN Goenka or just a meditation together with the sound of the floating river or even some cuddles with your love.

Namaste Yana Dakota

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Samsara/347/226/24

The Academy at Gallifrey.

Gallifrey opens for Gallifreyan Roleplay on May Day.

Teachers for Academy, Lords/Ladies for Council, Lowtown residents, Doctors from any Time era welcome to join in our Gallifrey Open Roleplay Sim. Teachers welcome to set up classes, teaching should coordinate with the canon Gallifeyan History and Culture - we do NOT use the 'reset' as set forth in recent years.

Set approximately the era of Timothy Dalton Lord President. (Tenth Doctor).

Very flexible, Time and Space continuum alternates very welcome.

The Untempered Schism at Gallifrey.

Gallifrey opens for Gallifreyan Roleplay on May Day.

Teachers for Academy, Lords/Ladies for Council, Lowtown residents, Doctors from any Time era welcome to join in our Gallifrey Open Roleplay Sim. Teachers welcome to set up classes, teaching should coordinate with the canon Gallifeyan History and Culture - we do NOT use the 'reset' as set forth in recent years.

Set approximately the era of Timothy Dalton Lord President. (Tenth Doctor).

Very flexible, Time and Space continuum alternates very welcome.

The Schism will be set to Night Time for Initiations.

Lynestra Parker & On The Rocks present Sensational Sunday!

Sundays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Pacific time

DJ Maldrul will be playing a mix of classic and contemporary Rock & Roll and his signature selection of SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT!

Come check out Rocky Shores where you can dance, surf, play Greedy, hang out and explore!

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Airmid/478/97/23

On April 9th, the Board of Directors convened and resolved to augment its membership by two individuals, thereby ensuring a quorum. Subsequently, it was unanimously decided to extend membership offers to Unadecal Masala and Roland Francis. I am pleased to confirm that both candidates graciously accepted, and on April 11th, our inaugural board meeting took place, yielding fruitful outcomes.

The newly appointed board members will undertake pivotal responsibilities, including reviewing and adjudicating art submissions, voting on prospective projects, and contributing to strategic decisions concerning the gallery's operations. Additionally, they will engage in various board-related duties.

To foster creativity, we are excited to announce the integration of a dedicated workspace within the gallery premises, facilitated by a small sim. This space will serve as a collaborative hub for artists, providing an opportunity for mutual encouragement, support, and artistic synergy within the Open Sim community.

We extend heartfelt congratulations to Una and Roland on their appointments. Your expertise and commitment will undoubtedly enrich our board, and we eagerly anticipate your contributions.

Dress Code : Casual
Come over to party with Lila in her new Club Sensations.
Enjoy her great mix of tunes from the 70's-90's, along with
plenty of laughter and good company
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Host Topsy
Your Taxi: hop://gentlefire.opensim.fun:8002/Southfork%20Estates/128/...

Textures play a crucial role in conveying emotions in Opensim by adding depth, realism, and atmosphere to the digital environment. Here's how they achieve this:

Visual Representation: Textures provide visual cues that evoke specific emotions. For example, rough, jagged textures might evoke feelings of danger or discomfort, while smooth, soft textures might evoke feelings of calmness or safety. By carefully selecting textures, designers can create environments that align with the desired emotional tone.

Color Psychology: Textures are often accompanied by colors, and different colors are known to evoke different emotional responses. Warm colors like reds, oranges, and yellows can evoke feelings of excitement or passion, while cool colors like blues and greens can evoke feelings of calmness or sadness. Texture artists can use color psychology in conjunction with textures to enhance emotional impact.

Immersive Experience: High-quality textures can enhance immersion by making the virtual environment feel more realistic. When users feel like they are interacting with a lifelike world, they are more likely to become emotionally engaged with the experience. For example, a beautifully textured forest scene with sunlight filtering through the trees can evoke feelings of awe and wonder.

Association and Memory: Textures can evoke emotions through association with real-world experiences. For example, the texture of a cozy, well-worn sweater might evoke feelings of comfort and nostalgia, while the texture of rusted metal might evoke feelings of decay or abandonment. By leveraging these associations, designers can evoke specific emotional responses in users.

Narrative Support: Textures can support the narrative of a virtual world by reinforcing its themes and motifs. For example, a dystopian cityscape might feature textures that convey decay, oppression, and despair, aligning with the narrative's themes. By immersing users in a visually cohesive environment, textures can enhance emotional storytelling.

User Interaction: Textures can influence how users interact with virtual objects and environments, which in turn can evoke emotions. For example, a rough texture might make a virtual object feel challenging to touch, evoking feelings of frustration or determination, while a soft texture might make it feel comforting and inviting.

By carefully selecting and designing textures, creators can evoke specific emotional responses in users, enhancing the overall experience of Opensim.



Textures Trees & Scripts

Lynnestra Parker & On The Rocks Celebrate The Solar Eclipse
Sunday April 7th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Pacific
DJ Maldrul will be playing Rock songs about the earth, the Sun and the Moon along with his signature sulcation of SOMETHING COMPLETELY DIFFERENT!

Come by early to get your FREE Solar Eclipse glasses!

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Airmid/478/97/23

little castle, fun castle, stone houses, modern houses, tree houses, forest houses, tropical houses, mushrooms, fantasia, giant, country, crazy..... homes... some have furniture, or tubs ... some have hidden room or tp .... I have almost filled my 2 shops there... select location : " Fun Shopping " on the teleporter