Sometimes
while wandering through virtual art galleries it can bring about unexpected and
priceless experiences. A visit to Crossroads Gallery can be one of such bargains
for travelers seeking new discoveries in SL.
The
paintings presented at the “Itineraries” exhibition at Crossroads Gallery are
intriguing and thought provoking. Don’t resist the temptation to explore the
whole building.
Nabrej AAbye is a
mysterious creator living in Tunisia. Since 2007, he as been involved with art
and builder in Second Life. You can visit his art studio where you can buy even
more beautiful pieces of art, which are not included in the current exhibit.
The artist shares his inspiration by incorporating real life scenes as subjects
in transition to second life in its diverse form. Truly, the blend of two
realities causes controversial and disturbing feelings of dynamic and emotions,
hidden deep in ones’ sub consciousness.
The use of bright
colors influences the whole specter of thoughts and provokes tough inner
response. Nevertheless, there’s no doubt that the pictures can be stared for a
long time, delving into the virtual dialog with the creator.
What did he mean by
adding this or that layer? Did he wish us to meditate on his artworks or take
immediate action? Questions emerge all the time.
I
can’t say that the theme of revolutionary changes is the guiding idea of Nabrej’s works. In his native country he has
experienced these dramatic events, turbulence and rigorous vibes which can be
perceived through the contemplation on his works.
True features of talent is his ability to
transform hard experiences into optimistic, mature sated works, setting peace
and wisdom in the viewer’s soul.
“La
Marche” can make one stand motionless. The artwork contains numerous female
dark silhouettes, hurrying on somewhere (on execution, as artist explained in a
private talk). However there’s one bright white young representative of this
mass, which totally differs and can become the agent of changes.
It
is perceived as a bright hope depicted in a playful form. The pureness and
open-warmheartedness permeates the air around all pieces of Nabrej’s art.
For
example, “Avatars” is a piece that stimulates imagination with its intriguing
layering effect. Watching this picture for a long time you can imagine an
abstract idea.
Despite
this fact one can feel a strong connection with their own adventures in SL.
On
the one hand, art should actually cause such an effect. On the other hand,
Kerouak’s quote on the floor sets the whole mood of the perception and makes it
clear what the creator was trying to tell us.
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