Free download: 3D penguin macramé pattern
Take your macramé to the next level with this free pattern by Mikaela Szumigraj. Create an adorable step-by-step 3D penguin using sculptural macramé techniques.
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Free Illustration Tutorial: How to create a pixel-style portrait
Master the Process of Designing Pixel Art Avatars Using Photoshop If you've ever wanted to turn a photograph into pixel art, this step-by-step tutorial is the perfect place to start. Pixel art portraits are not only a fun creative exercise but also a great way to design unique avatars for social media, video games, or digital art projects. In this guide, Jude Buffum, an experienced pixel artist, walks you through the process of creating a perfectly symmetrical pixel art portrait using Photoshop. You’ll learn essential techniques for preparing your image, creating symmetrical designs, selecting color palettes, and using classic pixel drawing tools.
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What do I need to get started in calligraphy? Practical guide to take your first steps?
[Calligraphy unites art, technique and expression. You don't need good handwriting or expensive tools; just time, perseverance and the right materials to explore the world of handmade letters . What is calligraphy Calligraphy is the art of handwriting, expressive and aesthetic, which differs from typography and lettering by its fluid stroke with writing tools. It includes classical (Copperplate) and modern styles (brush lettering, digital calligraphy).
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5 Projects to Commemorate Pride Day
Pride Day is a global celebration of diversity, identity and free love.[/h Each year, from the creative community of Domestika hundreds of visual proposals are raised that explore the power of design and art to communicate messages of inclusion. In this edition of the "Design with Pride" contest, we have selected 5 outstanding projectsthat not only demonstrate talent, but also a strong commitment to visibility and diversity.
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Domestika Live July Agenda: Creativity, digital tools and much more
Discover all that awaits you this month in our Lives programming with great experts. Get inspired, learn and solve your doubts live... or recorded, whenever you want. This July comes loaded with live sessions to learn, get inspired and improve your creative and digital skills. From photography and typography, to Artificial Intelligence, marketing or pop-up book creation, our agenda is designed for you to enjoy learning from leading professionals in their field. Save the dates! How to read more (and better) with María José Castaño 03/07/2025 - 19:00 (GMT+1) - English María José Castaño, writer and podcaster, will share practical tools to create reading habits adapted to you. You will learn how to choose books, create reading routines and enjoy the process without pressure. Watch live
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Free Download: Brand Survey and Interview Structure
Creating an authentic brand requires knowing your audience. Therefore, a good interview and survey structure is crucial for strategies that connect.. This resource will help you define your brand pillars, including a practical example of how to set up interviews and surveys and gather useful information. What will you find in this downloadable resource? - Sample interview structure - Key questions to define your brand purpose - Template to adapt to your projects
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Teacher CraftMacramé Tutorial: Learn 3 Essential Knots for 3D Sculptures
Discover essential macramé knots and creative methods to add color and shape in your 3D fiber art projects. If you're ready to take your macramé skills to the next level, learning the right macramé knots is essential. In this step-by-step tutorial, Canadian 3D macramé artist Mikaela Szumigraj shares foundational techniques to help you build strong and sculptural designs using reverse lark’s head knots, horizontal, vertical, and diagonal clove hitch knots.
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Nike: The birth of the Swoosh for only 35 dollars
Discover the history of the Nike logo: how the iconic Swoosh was born, designed by a student for only $35, and its evolution.. Can a logo be worth more than millions? The Nike logo was born for just 35 dollars and today it is one of the most recognizable symbols on the planet. Its history is a lesson in branding, intuition and destiny.
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From sketch to statement: How graphic design becomes a rallying cry for social justice
Explore how graphic design transforms logos and campaigns into powerful statements for social justice, diversity and rights. The power of design beyond the visual. An image can speak louder than a thousand words. Today, more than ever, graphic design is no longer just an aesthetic issue, but a powerful tool for social activism. Brands, artists and designers understand that their creations communicate messages that go beyond colors or shapes: they can inspire, denounce or defend social causes.
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What's new in Logic Pro: artificially intelligent loops and more
Discover the latest innovations in Logic Pro, from the addition of AI-generated loops to new creative tools for music producers.. Apple updates Logic Pro with AI, instant loops, and interface improvements to streamline music creation. If you are a producer or are learning to produce music, these new features will interest you. Here's what's new and how you can take advantage of them.
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Pattern Trends 2025: 5 pattern trends that will transform spaces
Discover the pattern trends that will mark 2025 in interior design: organic textures, bold prints and more.. Interior design is constantly evolving, and 2025 will be no exception. Decorative patterns are once again taking center stage in the way we conceive our spaces, bringing personality, dynamism and character. In this article we tell you the 5 trends in patterns that will be everywhere next year, according to interior design experts.
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How art can help you reduce daily stress: creative techniques for self-care
Discover how art and creativity can help you reduce daily stress with simple and accessible techniques. Take care of yourself by creating. We live at an accelerated pace, with full agendas and a mind saturated with stimuli. But there is a powerful and accessible tool to take care of your well-being: art. Creating with your hands or your imagination is not only a beautiful activity, it is also an effective way to reduce daily stress.
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Free download: Guide to understanding the rule of thirds in portraits
Improve the composition of your portraits with this free guide on the rule of thirds. Learn from Gabriela Niko, an expert in illustration. Want to improve the composition of your portraits? The rule of thirds is one of the most important principles in creating a balanced and attractive image. To help you master it, at Domestika we give you a free downloadable guide with the key concepts to take your drawings to the next level.
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10 LGBTQIA+ Creatives Who Are Redefining the Art World
[LGBTQIA+ artists have revolutionized art and identity. We celebrate 10 pioneering and current creatives who are challenging norms for a more diverse and inclusive art.. 1. David Hockney (UK) 2. One of the most influential artists of the 20th century. His colorful and emotional work, especially his portraits of men and intimate scenes, broke barriers in queer representation. More about Hockney: his revolutionary use of color continues to inspire new generations.
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Free Download: Color Theory Posters for Beginners in Drawing and Painting
Free downloadable posters on color theory for beginners in drawing and painting, created for the course Painting and drawing for beginners: a basic guide by Daphne Frizzle (Miss Frizzle Art).
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Wendy Red Star: rewriting history from an indigenous point of view
An artist who uses photography to question the colonial narrative and reclaim cultural memory. Wendy Red Star, a Crow visual artist, activist and educator born in 1981, reconfigures history from a contemporary indigenous perspective through photography, installation, collage and archiving, challenging official narratives and making indigenous voices visible.
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Pride through the ages: a visual journey through the history of queer art.
The representation of LGBTQ+ identity in art from Antiquity to today. Art has always been a deeply personal form of expression. And when we talk about identity, desire, resistance or community, queer art has played a key role, even when words or rights didn't exist. From Greco-Roman sculptures to contemporary digital art, the history of art is full of references, symbols and figures that have made affective and sexual diversity visible. This tour proposes to look at art through a queer lens: to detect the gestures, silences, struggles and affections that, over the centuries, have been expressed in visual forms, often hidden or reinterpreted by official history.
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10 movies you can't miss if you like art history
Art, cinema and emotion in a selection that will make you look at paintings with different eyes. Art history is not only studied in books: it is also experienced on the big screen. From biopics of legendary artists to stories that reflect entire epochs through art, cinema becomes a fascinating window to explore styles, movements and personalities key to cultural history.
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Free download: Template to create your coaching offers
Become a professional coach with practical resources and expert guidance. If you are taking your first steps in the coaching world or want to professionalize your current practice, you need much more than motivation: you need structure, clarity and practical tools. That's why Domestika offers you a new downloadable template completely free of charge, designed to help you create and organize your coaching offers.
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Designing without seeing: How do blind designers think?
We explore the power of design from an unexpected perspective: that of those who create without seeing.. In design, sight is paramount, but some designers work without it. This article explores design as a mental, tactile, emotional and human process.
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Teacher 3D & AnimationMaster Procreate Dreams: Animate Like a Pro with Perform Mode and Warp Tools
Discover powerful animation features in Procreate Dreams and learn how to create dynamic motion with simple gestures If you’re diving into the world of digital animation, Procreate Dreams is the game-changing tool you need to explore. In this tutorial, animation expert Brooks Egleston breaks down one of the most exciting Procreate Dreams features: Perform Mode and the Warp Tool, two intuitive ways to bring your illustrations to life with motion.
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How to write effective prompts for ChatGPT and other AI: a guide for creatives
Learn how to talk to artificial intelligences to get just what you need. AI tools like ChatGPT or DALL-E have opened up a world of possibilities for creatives of all disciplines. But there's one key detail: if you don't know how to ask, you won't get good results. That's why mastering the art of writing prompts is as important as knowing how to use the tool.
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Why did the Renaissance emerge in Italy?
Discover the keys that made Italy the cradle of the Renaissance and how this movement forever changed the history of art.. The Renaissance, a transformative movement that ushered in the Modern Age from Italy, poses an intriguing question: why did it emerge there? The answer, though complex, is inspiring.
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Free download: Step-by-step to make colorful white chocolate spheres
Learn how to create stunning chocolate spheres with this downloadable step-by-step from Julian Angel's course.. Download a free step-by-step tutorial to create colorful and modern white chocolate spheres to decorate cakes. This downloadable content is part of the course Cake Design: Modern Decorative Techniques by Domestika, taught by the renowned pastry artist Julián Ángel, creator of Historias del Ciervo.
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Creativity without limits: Canva contest winner Elenomeleno shows us that we can all design.
With his project "Ad It If You Canva", he transforms famous brand ads to inspire those who believe that design is only for professionals. What would a Starbucks ad look like if you redesigned it yourself? And one for NIVEA, Gillette or KitKat? The answer lies in "Ad It If You Canva", the project by Elenomeleno who took home one of the prizes in the Canva contest. This creative self-taught designer shows us that, with imagination and a good tool, you don't need to be an expert to create stunning advertising pieces. Through six posters for six world-renowned brands, Elenomeleno explores the universe of advertising design using Canva exclusively. Her goal? To inspire others to experiment, lose their fear of design and dare to tell their own visual stories. In this interview, she tells us what the creative process was like, what she learned during the contest and why she believes we can all be potential designers. What was the concept behind the design you submitted to the contest? What story or idea were you trying to convey? The concept behind the design was to demonstrate how, with a tool as accessible as Canva, you can create great designs. I wanted to convey that you don't need to have a long career or use the most expensive application on the market to be creative and make an impact on others. What elements do you think are essential to create a "professional" design in Canva (typography, color palette, layout, etc.)? For me, the essential thing when creating a professional design in Canva is to first define the message or emotion you want to communicate. From there, I choose the typography and color palette that best fits the idea. Regarding typography, it is key to consider factors such as style (serif, sans serif, script, display), weight (light, regular, bold), and legibility. For example, to convey joy or dynamism, a typography with rounded and fluid shapes can be effective. On the other hand, to communicate seriousness or sadness, it is more appropriate to use a typeface with clean lines and neutral structure. Regarding color, color theory principles should be applied. Warm tones (such as yellows, oranges and soft reds) evoke closeness and enthusiasm, while cool tones (such as blues, grays and dark greens) convey calmness or even sadness. Color harmony and contrast also play an important role in achieving a visually appealing and coherent design. In summary, a good design does not always depend on using the most advanced tools; many times it is also about making decisions that adapt to what you want to communicate.
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AI News: Adobe Creative Cloud revolutionizes creativity with unlimited AI
Adobe has taken a giant step forward with the massive integration of Artificial Intelligence into its Creative Cloud.. The company is launching a new version called Creative Cloud Pro, which includes unlimited AI tools and opens the door to integrations with third-party services. These updates are completely changing the way we work in design, illustration, video editing and more. In this article we tell you about the main new features and how you can take advantage of them as a creative.
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Diane Arbus and the art of looking where no one else is looking
Diane Arbus broke the rules of traditional photography by focusing her lens on the marginal. Discover her history, style and the works that defined her legacy..
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Free download: 19 brushes for Procreate and Photoshop shared by the Domestika community
User Rod Lovell has collected 19 free brushes for Procreate and Photoshop shared by Domestika teachers.. At Domestika, creativity thrives on shared knowledge. User Rod Lovell, an active member of the community, has created a project compiling 19 free brushes for Procreate and Photoshop, all available for download from courses by renowned teachers of the platform. These resources are closed to registration, which means that you can download them if you have enrolled in the corresponding courses. An excellent opportunity to get more out of the content you already have. Which brushes are included in the list? Gouache brushes for Procreate and Photoshop - by Julia Körner in the Digital Illustration Techniques with Gouache and Ink course. Traditional style brush set for Photoshop - from the course Portrait illustration with traditional techniques in digital with Adolfo Serra. Brushes for dynamic lettering in Procreate - from the course Lettering 3D: illustrated typography from scratch by Rylsee. Theatrical textures for Photoshop - from the course Scenic design and creation of imaginary worlds by *Estudio Pablo. Digital watercolor brushes for Procreate - by Ana Santos in the course Artistic portrait in watercolor.
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Inside the Creative World of avgust_point: Winner of the “Creating Original Illustrations” Challenge
Discover how this artist blends emotion, storytelling, and unique visual language to craft illustrations that stand out Every stroke tells a story—and for avgust_point, one of the standout winners of our “Creating Original Illustrations” contest, storytelling is at the heart of their creative process. With a distinctive style that merges minimalism, mood, and meaning, avgust_point captured the attention of both the community and the jury. In this exclusive interview, we dive into avgust_point’s creative journey, their inspiration behind the winning piece, and how they approach the blank page. Whether you're an aspiring illustrator or a seasoned artist looking for fresh insight, their perspective is as inspiring as their art. Ready to learn what drives this illustrator to keep creating? Let’s jump into the full interview. Can you tell us what inspired you to create the winning illustration? What story or emotion did you want to convey? I wanted to show that creating a portrait isn't as complicated as it may seem. Once you understand the structure, it becomes more accessible. I hoped the project would support beginner artists, because I know how even just one helpful insight from another artist can really help and encourage someone to keep going. What is your process for developing original ideas for illustrations from scratch? I start by connecting with the emotion or inner state I want to express. I think about how it could be visualized — through form, color, or texture. Then I collect reference images that reflect the mood I’m after and choose a color palette that supports that feeling. How would you define your illustration style, and how has it evolved? I’d describe my style as bold and emotional. I tend to focus on capturing the essence of a subject rather than its precise details. I used to work more realistically, but over time I moved toward simplified forms and vibrant colors, letting go of literal copying from photographs.
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Moby launches free music platform for independent creators
The legendary musician relaunches mobygratis.com, a library of more than 500 royalty-free tracks to support non-commercial creative projects.. A platform to share music, not to sell it. Musician and producer Moby has relaunched mobygratis.com, a platform that offers more than 500 royalty-free royalty-free tracks for filmmakers, visual artists, students and independent creators to use in their projects for non-commercial purposes. The initiative seeks to facilitate access to quality original music, without worrying about licensing or complex payments. I wanted to do something useful with my music, especially for people who don't have a budget explains the artist. The platform includes Moby compositions created from 1985 to the present, many of them ambient, cinematic or experimental, ideal to accompany videos, short films, animations, podcasts or art installations.
