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In this Domestika Challenge he has to illustrate some surprise headlines. Will he succeed? Illustrator Fernando Del Hambre, aka @del_hambre, has over 20 years’ experience. He studied illustration and graphic arts before starting his career in editorial design.
Discover the origins of botanical drawing and how it differs from scientific illustration
Discover the link between science and art found in anatomical drawing
From a good elevator pitch to growing your presence on TikTok, learn how to create content for digital campaigns
Discover how to make your artwork pop with POSCA pens, with Polina Oshu
Discover how to set up photo shoots to create impactful visual content for social media
From manga to ink to digital illustrations, here are some featured projects from our daily drawing challenge in October
Add fantasy to your photos with these artistic elements for digital retouching in Photoshop or other editing software
Discover the importance of background design and painting in animation and what a background artist does
Stay up-to-date with lettering trends and expand your reference library with these essential reads
Discover five great tips on how to approach this all-important topic, with Sophie Simmons
Check out the most liked projects by Domestika’s creative community over the past month
Get inspired and experiment with designs that match your style with these beautiful crochet graphs
Learn online marketing strategies, from the basics of eCommerce to social media copywriting with these classes Digital marketing has revolutionized business and entrepreneurship. It has enabled small companies and individuals to carry out marketing campaigns without the need to invest large sums (as was the case with traditional platforms), making it possible for small brands to appear alongside well-established giants. Anyone with passion and a great idea can set up their own viable business—the trick is having a solid action plan that taps into your creativity. You need to identify your strong points, establish your objectives, create a profitable niche, and set milestones to ensure long-term sustainability.
Discover the big-name brands that changed their visual identity in recent months and the trends that guided them
Discover how to make and master digital illustration brushes in Photoshop, Procreate, and Illustrator
Incorporating eco-friendly packaging is one way in which businesses can show their commitment to sustainability
Discover the world of amigurumi and learn how to make your own designs with this fun crochet technique
Learn how to draw spooky letters with typography artist and illustrator Adam Hayes Clever typography can communicate far more than just words, and there's no clearer example than the work of typography artist and illustrator Adam Hayes (@mrahayes). Merging his passion for typography and illustration to create fun, concept-driven lettering which is playful and full of character, his work spans the design, publishing, and advertising industries, and his clients include Apple, Facebook, Google, and Honda. Halloween offers a great opportunity to add some extra character to your usual creative style. In this tutorial, Adam demonstrates how to create spooky Halloween letters to add a creative twist to your typography.
Learn expert advice for getting the most out of your writing and how to navigate the world of publishing
From the origins of The Beast to "Minionese", learn some fun trivia about your favorite cartoon characters
Join needle felting artist Carolina Alles as she shows you around her studio and introduces you to some of her fun characters along the way
Photographer Erea Azurmendi shares tricks for snapping creative photos with props you can find around the home
From Peppa Pig to WALL.E, discover the visual tricks that help us emotionally connect with cartoon characters
From a behind-the-scenes look at Studio Ghibli to the tale of Pixar's rise, don't miss these must-see animation stories
Get to know the people and projects inspiring the works of professional creatives in stop motion animation Few things say more about an artist than the influences behind their work. Drawing inspiration from the creative community and acquainting yourself with the works of others is one of the best ways to learn. It not only helps you to discover and explore new ideas, it also gives you a better understanding of what gives certain work its cult status. Experienced animators Lourdes Villagómez and Coke Riobóo (@cokeylourdes) are known for their work in stop motion animation. Here they share eight artists who influenced their practice and continue to be a major source of inspiration today.
Learn these basic shortcuts to streamline your workflow on a Mac and save time in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Get to grips with key color terms and concepts with this handy, practical seven-page guide Color plays a vital role in our everyday lives, influencing our thoughts, impacting our reactions, and creating strong emotional associations. It also affects us on a physical level: our eyes can be soothed or irritated by colors; they can increase blood pressure, suppress appetite, or even help us save energy. But, to get the most out of colors, first, we need to understand them. If you get confused between terms like hue, value, saturation, and variation – and how they all relate to each other – look no further than this free guide from artist, illustrator, and Domestika teacher Laura McKendry (@laura_mckendry).
From Edvard Munch to Judy Chicago, discover the well-known artworks that inspired the creators of Squid Game
Learn how to use a Pantone guide to prepare your project for printing with these practical tips by Kris Osorio, director and founder of the Betún de Mantequilla printshop