Hi there, thank you for visiting my stream...

I am Skip, from the Netherlands.. love to make pics in Second Life...and started in august 2008 my photostudio in SL.. Photo Fantasy Studio PURPLE COWS...., never thought it would be THIS busy! Wow.. Im still surprised about the succes and the fact that SL people really seem to love to have their pictures done in SL. And that they sometimes choose.. ME to do that.. did u looked arround and saw all this huge talents here on flickr.. its amazing!

Flickr is for me a enormous field full with loads of inspiration, I can spend hours and hours, just by watching others work..just fantastic! :D

About the SL photography..First I started for fun making pics for friends and myself, but soon I got asked to make pics for friends of friends..and their friends etc ;) lol
So I deceided in August 2008 to begin my own studio. And wow, how addicting it is! I now work with PS CS4, started in december 2008 with PS 7.0, before that time I only worked with PhotoFiltre, didnt know about layers and brushes and stuff.. so still learning and trying all the time, wich is a challenge!

Think my style is pretty romantic, sweet, soft and dreamy, I love to blend some rl elements into SL pics. Also I like to try new things always, you wont see often the same kind of picture on my stream. I want my pictures to have feel in them, my goal is to touch people when they look at my work..and also I work hard to not change the avatar too much, but make it look more real life like. I find myself working longer and longer on a picture.. when I first worked 2.5 to 3 hours on one piece, I now easily spend 5 to 8 hours on a pic..the more technics you use, the more time consuming it is..and..once you use them, you can't go back anymore.. so you ask more and more of yourself. Im always learning, very eager to learn..and I think its never good enough..

a little about RL, I'm Taurus, born in 1968. Living with my dog and two cats. I love people in general ..and really can fall for a certain personality and soul..I am not really thinking in gender, age or race.
Love the water, music (visiting concerts) and am pretty addicted to PhotoShop and Flickr, and a huge fan of Second Life..
Having a great nice job in the IT sector.

For now...enjoy my stream and dont forget to leave something for me.. ur feedback, positive or negative, constructive criticism..

Important: Im not into giving PS lessons or Tutorials, im not a teacher!!

Ciao

Hugs Skip

Slideshow by BigJohn Troglodite

PHOTO FANTASY STUDIO PURPLE COWS



About photoshoots in SecondLife:

Photographer for:

Angel Dessous
Bestyle
Modavia
Calendar Models of SL
BlackLace
Tukinowaguma HairStyle
Heart Beat Magazine
BOSL
Essential Soul Poses
Blush Skins
FineSmith

WINNER BOSL AWARD best photographer 2011
FINESMITH 2012 Photographer of the Year

ATTENTION:


Prices for shoots:

1 portrait/close up 3000 LS


1 full/half body picture 4000 LS



1 Couples picture 4500 LS



Advertisement 5000 LS




Special, custom prices for very specific wishes, just IM me to discuss it. Then I will see how much time it will cost me, so we can make a price.










You Go for Brains




When it comes to attraction, you go for more than meets the eye.
Eye candy is all fine and good, but you need more good looks to be into someone.

You're looking for a deep connection, and that can only happen when you meet someone who thinks like you.
That's not to say you don't appreciate sexy people. You just prefer sexy and smart!

Do You Go For Brains or Body?



You Are Like a Dog




You are a natural best friend. You are very loyal and faithful.
In your eyes, your friends can do no wrong. You will stick with them no matter what.

You have a protective streak, and you can be downright nasty if you're being threatened.
More than anything else, you are playful and laid back. You truly live in the moment.

What Pet Are You Like?



Your Gemstone Says You Love Talking




You are an excellent communicator. You express yourself clearly.
You relate easily to other people, and you're a great listener.
Friends turn to you to help stay grounded and sane.
You realize that everything is interconnected in life, and you aim to help as many people as possible.

The Gemstone Test



Your Lust Quotient: 66%




You are a very lustful person - and it sometimes gets the better of you!
You know how to hold back, but you hardly ever do.

How Much Lust Do You Have?


a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/everyday_is_sunday/discuss/72157616397161763/">Anything and everything is possible.
Please pick up your copy here for display on your profile.

Photos of ☆ ღ Skip Staheli ღ ☆ (558)

  • Skip ~Fly away... by ☆ ღ Skip Staheli ღ ☆
  • Jace&Fed Dive~Love by Jace Cazenove
  • The Doll Learns She's not Real. by Lil Cao ~ MISS V♛ South Korea
  • Skip Staheli~Sunset Pirate Ship... by ☆ ღ Skip Staheli ღ ☆
  • Captains Cabin by Skip Staheli by Shadwell ...is here on and off
  • Skip Staheli by Thalia Heckroth
  • Skip~Feeling Wild... by ☆ ღ Skip Staheli ღ ☆
  • FineSmith~Valentine~Rissa by Rissa Friller MISS V♛ AUSTRALIA 2012
  • FineSmith~Valentine~Rissa by Rissa Friller MISS V♛ AUSTRALIA 2012
  • FINESMITH- VALENTINE by Rissa Friller MISS V♛ AUSTRALIA 2012
  • FineSmith~Valentine~most beautiful Rissa Friller by FINESMITH DESIGNS- yula Finesmith
  • FineSmith~Valentine~Rissa by FINESMITH DESIGNS- yula Finesmith
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☆ ღ Skip Staheli ღ ☆'s favorite photos from other Flickr members (6,273)

  • Xanadu Damiano Champagne Sparkling Head by - X A N A D U -
  • 326 by Kyrie Source
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  • Would you be my Valentine? by Kyrie Source
  • 341 by Kyrie Source
  • || Durty 30's || by || Kalli ||
  • | Ginevra | by L a r a | U b e r t ... Back To Blank !!!!
  • After the storm..........................Large or Original is best by ~ Defiance ~
  • Asia Photo Studio by Asia Rae Photo Studio
  • Fausterian by Clem Velinov
  • spider3 by Citta Wiskee
  • It's easy to be beautiful - just be born that way. ~ Suzy Parker by Lil Cao ~ MISS V♛ South Korea
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    Thalia Heckroth says:

    "Skip,
    you never cease to amaze me."

    12th December, 2011

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    Poseidon.;-) says:

    "What can i say for your work...........
    Just i bow to your HUGE talent....!!!
    Your ART is A M A Z I N G................."

    12th October, 2011

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    Logan Batista says:

    "I first became aware of Skip many months ago while looking through a friend's stream. Two pictures captured my attention the very moment the page loaded. They were absolutely amazing and I was hoping to find the photographer's name. Luckily, I came across not only his name but his very own stream here on Flickr. His creativity, skill and simply put - talent, are absolutely amazing. His images speak to you... and that says a lot when the subjects are pixelated characters. Perhaps one day I will have the pleasure of "meeting" him IW. Until then, I will continue to visit this stream. ;)"

    4th October, 2011

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    ~Riesling~ says:

    "Skip, I am always on the lookout true talent when it comes to photos and photo editing using Second Life as a medium. And I have got to say that I am so impressed and in awe with your work and believe that your talent is so precious. I can only hope to be as talented as you. I have not had the pleasure of meeting you in world yet, but hope that our paths cross at some point. Truly Amazing work!!"

    18th August, 2011

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    ~ Defiance ~ says:

    "Skip!
    I have been a fan of his work since I first made a Flickr account. He has a touch like no other, his images hold your attention and make you want more, he brings incredible beauty to life with each work, an amazing grasp of lighting , colour and form leaves me in awe each time. I am his biggest fan! :D
    One of the most sought after photographers in Secondlife, for good reason!
    He is an old soul , with wisdom, and a warm caring heart , I am always moved when he creates something to express his personal feelings.
    He is an artist!"

    6th August, 2011

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    ℓαץα ✎__ιη flickr says:

    "having watched you grow ... your style develop ... each and every piece you do, i look at. i may not always comment but i always always look and enjoy.
    I'm so thrilled for you, for the levels you have attained, the status within the SL community for the recognition of your skill and foresight.
    Keep it up"

    23rd November, 2010

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    Boot Janus says:

    "Skip bring's his talent to Secondlife and creates the magic that embodies the community. His imagination and creativity is a special gift to all that have had the chance work with him."

    24th September, 2010

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    Lil Cao ~ MISS V♛ South Korea says:

    "The times I have had Skip create a photo for me, I have been very pleased. Even though I am terribly untrained, perhaps even untrainable, he treats me with patience and kindness, and always creates such a beautiful product. I think he has the davilish wizardry of a top-notch plastic surgeon because I always appear flawless in his pictures. I would recommend him, for his artistic ability, but also for his kindness, professional nature, and willingness to let the model have a say in the direction she wishes the picture to be finished."

    1st September, 2010

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    Milostnice says:

    "Skip has an incredible eye for detail, his works telling a story and intimately capturing a moment, I love waiting to see his next creation!"

    5th July, 2010

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    Destiny.Teardrop says:

    "Recently had some photos taken by Skip for my SL profile. I must say that the whole process, from applying for an appointment to the end result of the truly wonderful art that Skip produced, was a joy. Skip is professional, but also very friendly and a really humble guy who makes you feel at ease the moment you speak to him. I absolutely love the pics he made and will be booking another appointment as soon as I can. You are awesome, Skip. BIG HUG and a kiss for that sexy av of yours :) xx"

    14th June, 2010

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    ღ คηgєℓღ says:

    "I'm so impressed by Skips work. I had the pleasure to be a model for him too and something amazing came out of that. Besides the beautiful work he makes, he is a sweet sensitive man. I hope we can all enjoy his work for a very long time here :) hugssss"

    30th November, 2009

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    not the same ~ɱαrѵα cәә~™ says:

    "The beauty and passion that is portrayed in Skip's work is amazing. Not many SL photographers can bring a picture to life with such intensity that the viewer feels it... Skip definitely possesses this quality!!! Lol I hope to learn alot from you my friend."

    13th September, 2009

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    Morgana Nagorski says:

    "Skip's photographs and what he does with them continue to just knock me out.

    I enjoy his stream so much . . . the creativity just explodes.

    And how could I not love a friend who did a pic for me on my birthday?

    Thank you Mr Staheli ツ"

    14th August, 2009

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    siҲҲ™ says:

    "Wow, on the edge of my seat...can't wait to see what he comes up with next!"

    28th July, 2009

Name:
Skip Staheli
Joined:
April 2009
Currently:
The Netherlands
I am:
Male