• 12 Types of Stitches
    Craft

    12 Types of Stitches

    Discover the world of stitches with our guide to 12 types, from machine wonders to hand-sewn marvels. Dive into the art of sewing and elevate your DIY projects with a touch of creativity and precision. Are you ready to stitch your way into a world of creativity, where each thread tells a story and every stitch weaves a masterpiece? Well, buckle up your creativity seatbelt because we're about to embark on a stitching adventure! We're diving into these stitches with a simple plan. First, the machine's magic, and then the hand's grace. Ready? Let's sew this story together!

  • The 10 Best Fashion Designers of All Time
    Fashion

    The 10 Best Fashion Designers of All Time

    We are in Fashion Season, with new fashion week celebrations and spontaneous catwalks appearing on every corner of your city. Fashion conscientiousness is now unescapable! So, you better know what icon influenced your look and whole wardrobe before you dare, plant your stinky foot on the sidewalk. "Better safe than sorry" - Christian Dior, The first person in history to ever otter the now indispensable saying. Only Christian could start a trend before he was even born...

  • The 9 Most Famous Cartoons in History
    Illustration

    The 9 Most Famous Cartoons in History

    Discover the 9 most famous cartoons in history and relive your childhood memories! If you had to choose among all the cartoon series, which one would you choose as your favorite? The answer to this question can be very varied, but it is clear that there are some animated series that have marked a before and after in this sector. To commemorate the best cartoons in history, we have created a list that we leave you below. The Simpsons

  • 5 Must-Haves for Approaching Urban Portraiture
    Photography Teacher

    5 Must-Haves for Approaching Urban Portraiture

    Greetings to all photography lovers! I'm Juan P. Bialade and in this opportunity I want to share with you the five essential elements that I consider essential when approaching the urban portrait. In my course at Domestika, "Urban Portraiture: Connecting with Our Subject", we explored how this form of photography can become a powerful tool to explore the links and the human condition in an urban environment.

  • Revolutionize Your Art: Key Steps to Exceptional Character Design By Jackie Droujko
    Illustration Teacher

    Revolutionize Your Art: Key Steps to Exceptional Character Design By Jackie Droujko

    Welcome fellow artists and digital art enthusiasts! I'm Jackie Droujko, your guide on a journey into the world of character design. Today, we're not just discussing art; we're delving into the core principles that animate our characters, making them truly come alive. Whether you're an experienced digital artist or just beginning your artistic endeavours, this hands-on approach offers invaluable insights. Fundamental Principles in Character Design Exercise: Join me in a practical exercise to improve your character design abilities. This exercise will help you go beyond mere intuition, focusing on fundamental principles essential for creating captivating characters. Apply these principles to an existing character design, and reflect on how these changes make your design stronger. So let's dive into this creative experiment and see how basic design choices can dramatically alter a character's impact.

  • Top 10 Super Bowl Commercials of All Time: 5 of Our 2024 Favorites Included
    Marketing

    Top 10 Super Bowl Commercials of All Time: 5 of Our 2024 Favorites Included

    From Betty White's Snickers antics to Coinbase's QR Code crash, these ads redefine legendary. Dive into the fun with our top 10 picks! As the exciting Super Bowl LVIII approaches on February 11, 2024, at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, we've compiled a list of the 10 Best Super Bowl Commercials to keep you entertained throughout the game. These ads feature famous stars, touching moments, and lots of laughs. So, grab your favorite snack, settle into your comfiest chair, and let the laughter, inspiration, and awe begin!

  • 14 Websites to Download Free Sewing Patterns
    Fashion

    14 Websites to Download Free Sewing Patterns

    Discover the 14 best websites to download free sewing patterns to find the perfect design for your next project! The Internet is a wonderful source to grow in the world of creative sewing. There are countless websites where you can find the right sewing pattern for each of your projects, as well as an infinite number of sewing tools. To help you keep growing in this field, we have made a compilation of 14 websites where you can download free sewing patterns. Enjoy them! Websites in Spanish Patronde

  • Tip of the Day: Decoding the Magic of Shape Language in Illustration
    Illustration

    Tip of the Day: Decoding the Magic of Shape Language in Illustration

    Uncover the secrets of shape language with Titus Lunter. Learn how to infuse emotion into your architectural designs, from towering structures to cozy havens. Dive into creativity now! Are you ready to speak a universal language without learning a single word? Well, pack your creativity and embark on today’s adventure with none other than Titus Lunter (@titus_lunter).

  • Design and Expression: The Art of Line in Urban Sketching By Raro de Oliveira
    Illustration Teacher

    Design and Expression: The Art of Line in Urban Sketching By Raro de Oliveira

    As an illustrator and urban sketcher, I discovered that the essence of my art lies in capturing the poetry of everyday life. My name is Raro de Oliveira, and today I will share with you some tips about the materials I use to create my graphic chronicles. Each tool plays a unique role in the journey of drawing, and exploring them is part of the magic of artistic creation.

  • Nightshade: Unleashing Creative Chaos with 250,000 Downloads in 5 Days!
    Art

    Nightshade: Unleashing Creative Chaos with 250,000 Downloads in 5 Days!

    Discover Nightshade, the revolutionary tool shaking the creative world by turning art into AI poison. With 250,000 downloads in just 5 days, it's beyond imagination! In a world where generative AI models roam freely, artists face the challenge of protecting their creations from being mindlessly consumed by algorithms. Enter Nightshade, a groundbreaking tool that not only defends against AI but does so with a touch of artistic mischief. Research into the Nightshade project reveals a compelling narrative. Under the leadership of Ben Zhao and his accomplished colleagues, Shawn Shan, Wenxin Ding, Josephine Passananti, and Heather Zheng, the team undertook a mission to disrupt the existing paradigm. As outlined on the Nightshade project page, their vision is explicit: to increase the cost of training on unlicensed data, such that licensing images from their creators becomes a viable alternative. The impact of Nightshade was palpable right from its release. The tool's demand was so overwhelming that it strained the University of Chicago’s web servers. In response, the creators swiftly adapted, introducing mirror links on cloud servers to accommodate the unprecedented surge in downloads. These measures reflected not just the tool's popularity but also its significance in the ongoing dialogue about the intersection of art, AI, and intellectual property.

  • Free Download: Pop-Up Template
    Craft

    Free Download: Pop-Up Template

    Unleash your creativity with a free pop-up art download from Helen Friel's course! Print, cut, and glue away! Are you ready to add a touch of magic to your crafting journey? We've back with another download adventure! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or someone looking to explore a new hobby, our teacher Helen Friel has a delightful surprise that will ignite your passion for pop-up art.

  • Top 10 Most Expensive Auctioned Works of the 21st Century
    Art

    Top 10 Most Expensive Auctioned Works of the 21st Century

    Immerse yourself in the luxury of art with the 10 most expensive auctions of the century. Let's say you're one of those people bathed in money, how much would you pay for a work by your favorite artist? Auctions are the favorite stage for art collectors and a place where we, ordinary citizens, are left with our mouths open when we see the exorbitant figures paid. To give you an idea, today we take a look at the 10 most expensive works of art of the 21st century bought at auctions.

  • Design Enchanting Worlds with Titus Lunter's Creative Tutorial
    Illustration

    Design Enchanting Worlds with Titus Lunter's Creative Tutorial

    Embark on a creative journey with Titus Lunter's tutorial, where you'll learn to transform your visions into architectural wonders with a touch of humor and expert guidance. Today, we're diving into the enchanting world of concept art and worldbuilding with none other than Titus Lunter (@titus_lunter). If you've ever dreamt of crafting fantasy spaces that transcend the ordinary, this tutorial is your ticket to architectural alchemy.

  • Free Online Access: Explore the History of Cartography
    Illustration

    Free Online Access: Explore the History of Cartography

    Delve into 'The History of Cartography' - the most detailed and ambitious overview of map-making available for free online. Are you sick of how brainwashed "normies" never seem to accept as true that the earth is "whatever shape" you tell them it is shaped as? It's your lucky day! You will probably be able to find a map through the registered ages and cultures that fits your believes in this encyclopedic online collection. Giving you justification to endlessly rant to strangers about it in public.

  • 7 Types of Characters in Literature
    Writing

    7 Types of Characters in Literature

    Embark on a literary (and cinematic) journey as we unravel the diverse tapestry of characters that breathe life into stories. Hey you! Are you ready to step into a world where characters become more than just words on a page? Join us as we explore the various types of characters that populate the realms of literature and spill onto the silver screen. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions, from the heroic to the villainous, the romantic to the mysterious.

  • We interviewed Jose Luis Agreda, art director of Robot Dreams, recently nominated for an Oscar
    3D & Animation

    We interviewed Jose Luis Agreda, art director of Robot Dreams, recently nominated for an Oscar

    Robot Dreams, a feature film directed by Pablo Berger, has become one of the most relevant animation proposals in the industry thanks to its successful premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, winner at Annecy, Sitges or the Goya Awards and recently for its Oscar nomination in the category of best animated film. Based on Sara Varon's popular graphic novel of the same name, it tells the story of DOG, a lonely dog living in Manhattan. One day he decides to build himself a robot, a friend. Their friendship grows, until they become inseparable, to the rhythm of the New York of the eighties. One summer night, Dog, with great sorrow, is forced to abandon ROBOT on the beach. Will they meet again?

  • What is Blackout Poetry?
    Writing

    What is Blackout Poetry?

    Discover the art of blackout poetry with a glimpse into its history, inspiring examples, and a comprehensive how to guide. Hey there! Today we're diving into the fascinating world of blackout poetry, an artistic and inventive form that has found its way into our social media feeds and literary discussions. If you haven't encountered it yet, get ready to be inspired and unleash your creativity as we explore what blackout poetry is, share some captivating examples, and provide you with a step by step guide to try it yourself.