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VENUE ~ Ever After Estates
The new Ever After Estates expansion feels like stepping into the mind of a creative genius—because that’s exactly what it is. Lavender Moonchild has once again proven that her artistry isn’t just seen, it’s felt. Every inch of the estate radiates intention, care, and a kind of quiet magic that lingers long after you’ve left. Her outdoor wedding and special‑occasion spaces don’t simply meet expectations—they exceed them with a confidence and grace that only Moonchild could design.
Curving stone pathways pull you forward as if the land itself is guiding you. Water features whisper in the background, trees shimmer with soft light, and flowers burst into color at every turn. It’s impossible to walk these grounds without feeling transported. Each new location—Ivy Veil, Vespera Ruins, The Reverie Gardens, and The Glade—adds its own personality to the estate, expanding the world Moonchild has built while staying true to its enchanting core. The Reverie Gardens, in particular, feels like a love letter to photographers, while The Glade offers a serene, open‑to‑the‑public haven for engagements and quiet moments.
Moonchild herself puts it best: “I wanted a spot for couples to come back to, bloggers to have a place to get some pictures, or for the photographers to bring their clientele.” That vision is unmistakably alive here. Everywhere you look, no detail is forgotten. The spaces are lush, vibrant, and thriving—an ecosystem of blooms, branches, and winding walkways that invite you to explore just a little farther, linger just a little longer.
The result is a collection of floral spectacles and enchanting landscapes that feel both intimate and grand. If you’re not already in love when you arrive, you certainly will be when you leave.
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And now for the fun part: a contest!
CALLING ALL SECOND LIFE BLOGGERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS & CONTENT CREATORS!
To celebrate the expansion of Ever After Estates, we invite you to explore our destinations and show us the estate through your creative perspective in our:
“EVER AFTER, THROUGH YOUR EYES” PHOTO CONTEST
Create an original photograph or blog feature at Ever After Estates for the chance to have your work displayed during our Expansion Celebration and win one of three cash prizes!
CONTEST PRIZES
First Place — L$10,000
Second Place — L$5,000
Third Place — L$2,500
WHERE TO CREATE
Your entry may be photographed at any public Ever After Estates destination: Evergreen Hollow • Roselight Garden • Lantern Lake • Willow Grove • Ivy Veil • Vespera Ruins • The Glade • Reverie Photography Park All destinations are open for exploration, photography, blogging, and content creation.
HOW TO ENTER
- Create one original photo or blog feature at Ever After Estates.
- Post your entry publicly on Facebook, Flickr, Instagram, your blog, or another accessible platform.
- Include the following post:
- Ever After Estates
- The name of the destination featured
- The location landmark or SLURL
- #EverAfterThroughYourEyes
- #EverAfterEstates
- Send your official entry by Second Life notecard to Lavender Moonchild.
Title your notecard: EAE PHOTO CONTEST – Your Legacy Name Please include: • Your Second Life legacy name • The title of your entry • The destination featured • A direct link to your posted photo or blog • Your blog or social media link Entries submitted only through Facebook comments will not be counted.
IMPORTANT DATES
Submission Deadline: July 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM SLT
Finalists Featured: July 11, 2026
Winners Announced: Live during the Expansion Celebration
Expansion Celebration Saturday, July 11, 2026 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM SLT Ivy Veil Reception Pavilion
CONTEST RULES
One entry per participant
Entry must be the creator’s original work
The photo must be captured at Ever After Estates
Editing and artistic post-processing are allowed
Fully AI-generated images are not accepted.
The estate location must remain visible or recognizable
Entries must remain publicly viewable until the contest ends
Participants must have permission from anyone featured in their image
Inappropriate, hateful, graphic, or explicit content will not be accepted
Judges and Ever After Estates staff may not compete
All judging decisions are final Entries will be judged on creativity, storytelling, composition, use of the estate, and overall presentation. Creators retain ownership of their work. By entering, participants give Ever After Estates permission to display and repost the image for contest, event, website, and promotional purposes with credit provided wherever possible. We cannot wait to experience Ever After Estates through your eyes.
For questions, contact: @ღ.lavendεr.ღ Lavender Moonchild
