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  • 10 Best Print On Demand Sites And Companies
    Teacher Design

    10 Best Print On Demand Sites And Companies

    The world of e-commerce continues to grow and evolve, and one of the most popular trends right now is print-on-demand services. These are a great way to create and sell custom products without having to invest in inventory or worry about logistics. There are dozens of platforms out there that offer print-on-demand services, but some are better than others.

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  • Design with Python: A Fusion of Art and Technology
    Teacher Web & App Design

    Design with Python: A Fusion of Art and Technology

    Art and technology have always gone hand in hand, from the earliest people making paints and researching pigments, to pioneers like Vera Molnár, who recently left us and who in the 1960s decided to use computers to produce her drawings. As an artist and educator, I deal with this intersection daily, in my case, by using Python, a powerful yet accessible programming language.

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  • Free Download: 3 Prompts to Define Your Writing Style
    Writing

    Free Download: 3 Prompts to Define Your Writing Style

    Discover the essence of your writing style with these unique prompts from Shaun Levin's course. Hey there, future writer! Today, we've got something extra special brewing in the creative cauldron at Domestika, and we can't wait to share the magic with you. With this free download you’ll unlock the secrets of your unique writing style and discover the words that make your stories sing.

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  • 10 Essential Steps on How to Create a Photography Portfolio
    Photography

    10 Essential Steps on How to Create a Photography Portfolio

    Discover key steps to build a compelling photography portfolio that resonates with your audience and highlights your talent. In this digital age, your photography portfolio is not just a bunch of pretty pictures, it’s your visual symphony, telling the world a tale of your skills, style, and creative mojo. Whether you're a professional photographer or someone who loves taking pictures, it's essential to have a cool online portfolio that matches the awesomeness of your photos.

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  • 5 Essential Crochet Books to Own
    Craft

    5 Essential Crochet Books to Own

    Discover the perfect companions for your crochet journey with our curated list of 5 books that promise to elevate your yarn skills and spark creativity. Welcome, welcome, crochet enthusiast! Whether you're already a yarn wizard or just starting your crafting journey, these 5 crochet books are here to transform your skills and ignite your imagination. We’re about to dive into a world of patterns, projects, and techniques that will take your crochet game to new heights. Oh, and did we mention the abundance of irresistibly cute amigurumi awaiting you? Get ready for a yarn-filled adventure like never before!

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  • Free Download: 15 Procreate Brush Sets
    Illustration

    Free Download: 15 Procreate Brush Sets

    Explore a collection of brushes for Procreate, curated by professionals to enhance your digital art. Hey there! If you've ever felt the thrill of exploring new artistic possibilities without the fear of spoiling your canvas or breaking the bank, you're in for a treat. Procreate, the go-to digital illustration app, has not only transformed iPads into portable studios but has also created a vibrant community of artists constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity. We've scoured the digital landscape to bring you a handpicked collection of Procreate brush sets, each crafted by talented artists eager to share their tools for free (which we very much appreciate). So, without further ado, let's dive into the world of brushes that will elevate your Procreate experience.

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  • 5 Free Watercolor Lessons to Start Painting in 2024
    Art

    5 Free Watercolor Lessons to Start Painting in 2024

    Unlock Your Artistic Potential in 2024: Get 5 Free Watercolor Lessons & Start Painting Today! Watercolor paint is an ancient form of painting, if not the most ancient form of art itself. It dates back to the cave paintings of paleolithic Europe. Maybe you think you wouldn't fit in during those times, you might deem yourself to be too metropolitan for that kind of environment, but what if you knew how to paint? Perhaps that could save you from the "hunting a bear rite of passage"? Just in case you were planing on traveling to the past... This article will help you immensely! These lessons will be open from the 12th until the 27th of January at 00.00H! What are you waiting for? This is enough time to take a taste sample of all courses these tutorials are taken from. Maybe not enough time to travel back to paleolithic Europe...

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  • 18 Different Types of Fabric
    Fashion

    18 Different Types of Fabric

    Embark on a fabric odyssey! Explore the vast world of materials shaping the clothing industry. Have you ever heard of polyester? Okay, that’s an easy one. What about UV protective fiber? Well, you're in for a treat! We’re here to spice up your textile knowledge and dive into the vibrant world of fabrics that make your wardrobe pop! Join us on this fascinating journey as we unravel the textile tales, from the comfy realms of cotton to the luxurious landscapes of silk. You’ll discover the intricacies of fibers, blends and special-purpose fabrics that form the foundation of the clothing we wear. So, button up, and let’s roll!

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  • How to utilise Pinterest to grow your creative practice
    Teacher Marketing

    How to utilise Pinterest to grow your creative practice

    In my course Gold Gilding on Glass, I talk a little about how and where I find inspiration. There are many places for this - online in places like Instagram and Facebook groups, in person at events like Letterheads and more locally to me, Letter Luvvers. Another great tool is the relatively new magazine BLAG, now on its fourth iteration.

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  • Beyond Likes: How to Turn Social Media into Professional Opportunities
    Teacher Marketing

    Beyond Likes: How to Turn Social Media into Professional Opportunities

    Hi, I'm Bianca Nazari, an illustrator and expert in creative careers. Today, I'd like to share some insights on the role of social media in our professional journey, especially for those in the creative world. We often find ourselves immersed in a sea of social media options, each with its unique features. Recently, I undertook an exercise to categorize these platforms into those more focused on personal relationships and those more oriented towards professional realms.

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  • Free Download: Drawing Prompts List
    Illustration

    Free Download: Drawing Prompts List

    Prompt lists are on the rise right now! We thought it would be a good idea to jump on the bandwagon and capitalize on the rampant lack of inspiration our world seems to be suffering from! But unlike other "bandwagon jumpers" we are actually giving an unprecedented twist to the whole trend with these "customizable drawing prompts". You'll see! Explore our list of creative drawing prompts for inspiration and ideas to ignite your next artistic project.

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  • When is the Best Time to Post on Instagram?
    Marketing

    When is the Best Time to Post on Instagram?

    Wondering when to post on Instagram? Boost your Instagram engagement by posting at the right times. A lot of articles like throw cool sounding words around like: target audience, posting schedule, social media strategies. But they can't give you a concise answer to the question asked since ancient Babylon: "When is the Best Time to Post on Instagram?" I got you! Well, sort of...! Hang on!

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  • Top 10 Most Famous Movie Poster Designs
    Design

    Top 10 Most Famous Movie Poster Designs

    Dive into the history of movie poster design. Learn about the creativity and impact behind these timeless visual statements. Determining the best movie poster designs is subjective and can vary based on personal taste. However, throughout the history of cinema, there have been several poster designs that stand out for their creativity, originality and ability to capture the essence of the film and can be considered true works of art. Here we share a selection of what we consider the best movie posters. Star Wars (1977)

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  • 30 Writing Prompts to Spark Your Creativity
    Writing

    30 Writing Prompts to Spark Your Creativity

    If you've found your way to this article you might be lacking inspiration at the moment. I'm not trying to be rude, but I don't need to be franciscan friar, William of Baskerville or the more popular Sherlock Holmes to arrive to this conclusion. I'm sure even Poirot, the least capable of the three, could recognize the pattern. Whether you are self-help guru, writing what will mandatorily become a best-seller or in complete antithesis you are actually a worthwhile author trying to figure out the shopping list for the month (less is more), these prompts will surely come in handy:

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  • 7 Projects to Commemorate the 8th Anniversary of David Bowie's Death
    Illustration

    7 Projects to Commemorate the 8th Anniversary of David Bowie's Death

    We pay tribute to the legendary British singer with a selection of projects in which he is the protagonist. David Bowie left us 8 years ago, but his legacy is still present in many aspects of our lives. For example, Domestika students and teachers use his image on many occasions to carry out their projects. To commemorate the eighth anniversary of his death, we have compiled 7 projects that have Bowie as a protagonist. Enjoy them and we hope they will serve as inspiration for your creations.

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  • Essential Care: Storage and Washing of Handmade Pieces
    Teacher Craft

    Essential Care: Storage and Washing of Handmade Pieces

    Marie Castro, a renowned content creator specializing in crochet, has earned her place in the world of handicrafts with a unique focus on crochet, combining her passion for this technique with influences from fashion, music, and travel. To keep her precious handmade pieces in perfect condition, Marie shares some important storage and washing practices.

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  • 9 Types of Camera Lenses
    Photography

    9 Types of Camera Lenses

    Explore the diverse world of photography with our guide to 9 types of camera lenses, and elevate your skills to capture every moment with precision and creativity. Photography is the art of freezing moments in time, creating visual stories that transcend the boundaries of the present. It's about capturing the essence of a fleeting moment and immortalizing it in a frame. To achieve this, one needs the right tools, and in the world of photography, lenses are the heroes that shape your visual narrative.

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  • A Guide to Tufting Guns and Choosing Your Perfect Match
    Craft

    A Guide to Tufting Guns and Choosing Your Perfect Match

    Dive into this quick guide to tufting guns and discover your ideal companion for projects that align with your creativity. In the captivating world of textile artistry, a tufting gun acts as a magic wand. Tufting, a craft where yarn or thread is pushed through a fabric base to create patterns or textures, becomes much easier and faster with this secret weapon. Picture it like this: the tufting gun does the heavy lifting by punching or pushing the yarn through the fabric, creating loops or cut piles on the surface. It's like a shortcut to bring our artistic ideas to life. Depending on the type of tufting gun, we can make different textures, patterns, and even change the height of the yarn on our masterpiece.

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  • Top 7 Free AI Prompt Generators
    Marketing

    Top 7 Free AI Prompt Generators

    Boost efficiency with these free tools that help you generate detailed prompts, AI-generated images, and explore various artistic styles. Welcome, curious mind, to the world where words meet technology, and creativity gets a digital boost! In this ever-evolving landscape, we're still getting used to a world where a simple sentence can conjure an image before our eyes. The capabilities of AI are truly mesmerizing, especially when it comes to generating detailed prompts, AI-generated images, and exploring various artistic styles. Today, let's dive into the top 7 free AI prompt generators that are revolutionizing the way we approach creativity.

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