THE WORLD FROM MY WINDOW: THE INTERACTIVE SCULPTURE PARK OF MARNI ISLE
Mashup Islander sends a postcard from the island of Marni, describing the many wonders he and his hobgoblinesque friend Adam Ramona have built there.
"Adam and I bought a quarter each of Marni Island a few months back... Second Life was our world of choice for a collection of commercial projects we have on the boil, but it quickly became a quiet, creative space where we could skill-up and ply our creative selves. Adam is a real-time 3D artist with extensive experience in interactive, spatialised sound sculptures.
"He's built six or seven immersive
audiovisual sculptures on his parcel, which has seen a steady stream of
curious visitors moving through the works and hanging around to discuss
the nuances of virtual art. Many spill over from Esperance, the Australian Film Television and Radio School and from our friendly neighbours, Lisa Dapto, Gary Hazlitt and Jjason Jedburgh.
"Although sceptical at first, my own sim has become an oasis of sorts. I appear late at night, once work has finished and the kids are asleep. It's a place to learn and experiment in an environment removed from the everyday. Recently Adam and I collaborated on Cantata Park-- a redux of a William Burroughs essay in cut-up narrative form, and I've been building a Museum of Virtual Surveillance as part of my research degree.
"My experience of Second Life has been curious. Whilst retaining a healthy scepticism, I do find myself reminiscing and planning when away. My virtual persona has been born, and with it a persistent beckoning for recognition and form.
"We're launching ongoing artworks and a TV-related project soon, so drop by and see the world from our window."
Adam Ramona's home in Marni. [Direct teleport]
Mashup Islander's land in Mani. [Direct teleport]
And where in the world do you live? Take a look at the entire Window series for inspiration, read the details for submitting to NWN's World From My Window series, then send me a screenshot or video link of your SL home or favorite haunt.
A lot more info and interviews in this article from a month ago here The Greatest Sounds Sculptures in the Metaverse
Posted by: Gary Hazlitt | Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 08:53 PM