This year, Hippiestock is a little different. I asked Ceakay Ballyhoo to create a Second Life Art Installation for us. And wow, did she! This build made me smile sillily as I wandered around, beginning to feel like a little kid.

Ever stumbled upon a world where the past and future collide, painting a canvas alive with music, color, and community? This is what Ceakay Ballyhoo did in this Second Life Art Installation. Why settle for snapshots when you can dive headfirst into “Hippiestock 2024 The Watercolour Edition”? 

It’s more than pixels; it’s an homage to Woodstock ’69 that blooms at your fingertips. Are you ready to feel unity pulse through art or leave your mark on a virtual tree? Stick around; there’s plenty to explore before Hippiestock Festival Day on January 13 arrives…

Tune in Turn On come see the sim! – https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Terrapin/28/246/21

“Hippiestock 2024 Watercolour Edition.” by Ceakay Ballyhoo

Ceakay recreated the area of the Woodstock festival of ’69, with a few new areas for all the events that will take place during the month. All done in her watercolour style! She also wrote a companion storybook. ‘The Little Girl at The Watercolour Hippiestock.”

If you thought the original Woodstock was a feast for the senses, wait until you see what Ceakay Ballyhoo has cooked up with her latest Second Life art installation, “Hippiestock 2024 Watercolour Edition,” she invites us to relive the magic of ’69 through a digital lens that is vivid and groovy.

Original watercolour by Ceakay.

Symbolism in Ceakay’s Second Life Art Installation

Ceakay’s craftsmanship and meticulous detail throughout her Second Life Art installation tell stories without words, highlighting our shared human experience.

Ceakay’s choice to use watercolors as her medium speaks volumes about fluidity and connection—much like how communities ebb and flow yet remain interconnected. This subtle nod toward adaptability mirrors the dynamics within virtual spaces where borders are non-existent, allowing for an even greater sense of inclusion.

 By engaging in this dynamic environment, participants forge bonds that transcend traditional social barriers inherent in their physical counterparts.

Artistic Recreation of Woodstock ’69

Ceakay isn’t just any artist; she’s a visionary who transforms pixels into experiences. In this installation, her brushstrokes tell a story—a tale spun from historical moments infused with her unique flair. She crafts scenes so richly detailed they feel like memories—whether or not we were there to witness them firsthand.

As you explore this vivid watercolour Second Life Art Installation, it is obvious that  Ceakay has captured the spirit of Woodstock. You don’t need to be well-versed in festival lore or digital wizardry to appreciate what Ceakay offers here.

It speaks directly—to heartbeats synchronized by drum circles long gone but revived within this realm where the past meets the present meets the future—and all are welcome.

Symbolism and Unity in Ceakay’s Artistic Expression

Dig deeper beyond vibrant hues and flowing melodies—you’ll find layers ripe with symbolism at every corner of Hippiestock 2024. Themes swirl together creating tapestries reflecting unity—a nod perhaps to our interconnectedness regardless of physical distance or digital interface.

Magic happens when these shared experiences unfold: strangers become friends bound by common artistic joy—proving yet again how powerful collaborative spaces can be for fostering community spirit online.

“The Little Girl at The Watercolour Hippiestock” – A Companion Storybook

Please read and follow along with her book, visiting all the places Ellie does in Ceakay’s immersive storytelling. Step into the brushstrokes of history blended with virtual reality and imagination in Ceakay Ballyhoo’s storybook, “The Little Girl at The Watercolour Hippiestock.” 

This tale isn’t just words on a page; it’s an imaginative extension of her art that captures the essence of Woodstock through the eyes of innocence and wonder, including the helping vibe of community and fun. With each turn of the digital page, you dive deeper into a narrative rich with context.

You can see part of the book at the main landing and read or buy a copy in the Bindy Bazaar area. The Bindy Bazar area also has the plants and plushies CK made for this installation along with Free gifts of course.

Exploring the Areas of Hippiestock 2024

Hippiestock 2024 isn’t just a festival; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of music, art, and community. 

The Bowl – The Heart of Hippiestock

In what could be considered the epicenter—the Bowl—you’ll find music pulsating at its core, uniting spectators through rhythmic waves ripple across avatars from different continents in real-time synchronicity.

This stage is where the big Live Music iIppiestock Festival will be held:

Saturday, January 13 – Hippiestock!!  9 am – 4 pm

Bindy Bazaar’s Marketplace Magic

Beyond music lies Bindy Bazaar. This recreated marketplace bustles with creativity and pieces of  Ceakay’s “HIppiestock The Watercolour edition” pieces for sale. As well as gifts her book, and the plushies from the storyline.

The Message Tree’s Whispers

In contrast to The Bowl’s electrifying energy sits The Message Tree: serene yet powerful in its purposeful existence within Hippiestock. 

Visitors are invited not only to read messages left by others but also to leave their own mark—digital notes hanging from branches symbolize shared dreams and collective memories within our virtual universe.

This special tree stands as a testament that although we navigate these realms separately behind screens across continents—we’re connected deeply at roots we plant together online because, after all—isn’t that what community spirit is truly about?

Immersive Activities at “Hippiestock 2024 The Watercolour Edition” 

Groove to the rhythm and embrace your inner hippie with the interactive activities at ” Hippiestock 2024 The Watercolour Edition”. Follow Ellie in Ceakay’s storybook and explore the build, and find all the plushies.

Catch that beat. Join virtual hands in our communal drumming sessions. It’s not just about tapping on an instrument; it’s a collective heartbeat, setting the pace for peace and love vibes throughout Hippiestock. Whether you’re a seasoned drummer or trying this out for kicks, everyone adds to the cadence of unity here.

The month-long events. You can see what we have on our Calendar and come dance the day away at our many music events.

Or pick up your fishing rod and enjoy Bowman’s pond, just try not to catch that giant catfish. Join our Photo contest!

📸 Join our Hippiestock 2024 Photo Contest! 🌟

Are you ready to showcase your photography skills and win great prizes? 🏆 

Capture the beauty of Hippiestock 2024! ☮️

Photo contest runs from January 3rd to January 25th! 

🥇 1st Prize: 500 L + 1 FREE month of Gallery space at Cloud Galleries 

🥈 2nd Place: 300 L 

🥉 3rd Place: 200 L 

💜🖼️ One photo from each person entered will be exhibited at a special Art exhibit at CK’s guest Gallery March 2024

Get your cameras ready and start snapping those stunning shots! To enter:

• 📣 Tag your photos #Hippiestock2024photoContest  and submit them in our flicker group
• https://www.flickr.com/groups/3007290@N24/pool/

Winners will be announced at the Closing Party on January 31st! Don’t miss your chance to shine and win big! ☮️💚🌈

Ceakay Ballyhoo’s Second Life Art Installations

When discussing the virtual art scene in Second Life, Ceakay Ballyhoo stands out as a transformative force. Her installations aren’t just spaces but adventures that pull you into their narrative. Each piece she crafts tells a story, inviting visitors to step through their screens and into her imagination.

Ceakay started with modest beginnings, sketching ideas that would one day blossom into immersive worlds. Through each installation, she honed her craft—paint strokes became pixelated textures, and 2D landscapes transformed into 3D experiences you could walk through.

How these works made people feel—that sense of connection across digital divides—truly marks Ceakay’s evolution.

Ceakay Ballyhoo watercolor

Ceakay’s Art

Ck”’ past Second Life Art installations serve as breadcrumbs leading us through her evolution as an artist—an ongoing journey capturing both imagination and community.

In 2016 Ck built her first simwide Installation through a SLEA grant.

It was called “A Watercolour Wander.”

JAN. – March 2017

The Forest Beyond: The nighttime forest landscape behind a painting.

April – October 2017

Niamph’s Journey: A story sim depicting Cybele Moon’s tales of the Tuatha

Dec ’17 – Feb ’18

The Haze: “This is the Haze, little Elle. This is where you go to when your dreams are strange, scary, and confusing.”

And many smaller art exhibits in between. UOui can Visit Ck’s Corner in Second Life and see more of her work at her art gallery.

Hippiestock 2024 Watercolour Edition! You want to see this!!

FAQs – Second Life Art Installations

Is Second Life still a thing in 2023?

Absolutely. People from all walks of life continue to log into Second Life for work, play, and everything in between.

Where do I upload my art?

To share your art in Second Life, use the built-in snapshot feature or import images via the viewer’s upload function.

What is a Second Life Art Installation?

A Second Life Art Installation is art created in a 3D way in the virtual world of second life.

Do come join us for Hippiestock 

Walk through history. Walk through creativity. This Second Life art installation is a journey, not just a destination. The essence of Woodstock ’69—captured in virtual brushstrokes by Ceakay Ballyhoo’s imaginative genius? That’s what you’ve witnessed with this Second Life Art Installation.

Feel the unity and community spirit echo in every corner of “Hippiestock 2024 The Watercolour Edition”. These are more than moments; they’re connections made to last.

Embrace the groove, come visit, and join in the events!

Hoot see you there ~owl