my mesh work, I guess detail is what excites me... the small things. Like the wing nut on the back of the Toledo Chair, or the tell-tale worn edges at the base of a chair, where a person’s feet would have rubbed against the surface for many years.” Like the Toledo Chair, everything offered by Meshworx evinces the same rigorous devotion to detail. The Industrial Light, for example, exhibits mesh elements usually forgotten, like a twisted cord and the nuts and bolts which secure the wire and glass face in place. Just glancing at the Industrial Light in-world, you cannot be sure it’s real or from mesh. As virtual representations go, their resemblance to the originals upon which they are modeled is stunning. The most striking examples of how mesh can revolutionize contentcreationaretheMeshworx Baby and Grand Chandeliers. In the past, alphas were used to represent the long draping strings of crystals in similar light fixtures. No more. “The Grand and Baby Chandeliers are probably two of my favorite items, because they are very detailed with over 4 and 5 thousand mesh crystals respectively, yet are only 6 and 9 prims each!” Like everything at Meshworx, the chandeliers are enchanting in both traditional and modern homes.
Likewise, Hyde’s texturing and rendering of shadows is highly detailed and realistic. In the past, content creators were forced to work within the constraints of sculpts and regular prims when applying textures (and vice versa), but, using the transformative nature of mesh and his considerable 3D modeling experience, Meshworx items defy conventional limitations. The abstract design texture, lilac blue and yellow floral on white, of the Loop Vase hugs around the curves of the free-form vase in a manner previously unheard of in Second Life, effectively marrying a liberated design aesthetic to realism. Loz Hyde’s textures exist in joyful abeyance to the purpose of each piece. The Jessie Sofa, for instance, is Hyde’s take on the classic Chesterfield vintage sofa design. With its ample cushions and padded curves, it comes in 10 different and unique texture choices, including the popular Union flag, yet this exquisitely rounded and comfortable sofa displays no texture distortion whatsoever – a feat previously impossible with sculpts. With 67 animations (Kabuki Animation) in the adult version, including a pillow fight, drinking coffee, and eating popcorn, the Jessie Sofa (an economical 5 prims) is a favorite in many homes. It even features a highly detailed 1-prim laptop with 3D keyboard (not