Since that appearance, Clear Ink–the Internet marketing firm that designed Capitol Hill for Second Life–says three more House members’ offices from both parties have expressed interest in the forum. An avatar for Speaker Nancy Pelosi has already been created; Pelosi’s office says she would consider appearing.
Troi Nelson, who built Pelosi’s avatar based on photos, says she aimed for realism, but added a “twinkle” to the Speaker’s eyes. “She has really distinctive features,” Nelson says. “Her eyes and her mouth took a little bit of work.”
