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  • 10 Free Websites for Portrait Reference Photos
    Illustration

    10 Free Websites for Portrait Reference Photos

    Discover these free websites offering a range of portrait reference photos and take your illustrations to the next level Studying the shapes, lighting, proportions, and details of real-life models is one of the best ways to practice your drawing skills. We can also rely on photographs, which is often a more convenient way of working with different subjects. This is especially the case when it comes to portrait drawing. If you find good photo references, you’ll have a continuous stream of inspiration that allows you to practice drawing faces with a range of unusual features. We have compiled this list of the best reference photo websites for sourcing different faces so you can become a portrait artist. LIFE Photo Archive If you would like to focus on drawing notable faces from history, this archive created by LIFE magazine (and developed together with Google) offers up millions of photographs. It contains material from key moments in politics and entertainment, all of which have been shot using incredible lighting and interesting angles. This collection is limited to non-commercial use.

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  • What is a Metaphor? Types and Examples
    Writing

    What is a Metaphor? Types and Examples

    Unlock the magic of language! Dive deep into 'What is a Metaphor?' and explore its types & vivid examples. What is a metaphor? A metaphor is a figure of speech that is used to draw a comparison between two things that are not literally related. It is a way of expressing an idea or concept by equating it with something different, often in a poetic or creative manner. Metaphors are a fundamental aspect of the English language and are commonly used in everyday speech, literature, and creative writing. They help to convey complex or abstract concepts in a more vivid and memorable way by creating a visual image or association in the reader's mind.

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  • Behind the Buttercream Blossoms: An Interview with Cake Artist Kwun of Butter & Blossom
    Craft

    Behind the Buttercream Blossoms: An Interview with Cake Artist Kwun of Butter & Blossom

    Discover the creative process behind Kwun's stunning buttercream flowers, her advice for beginners, and what sets her designs apart. In the world of cake decorating, few names are as synonymous with exquisite buttercream artistry as Kwun of Butter & Blossom. Her stunning floral designs have captivated audiences around the globe, and her Domestika course, "Cake Design: Easy Buttercream Flowers with a Palette Knife," continues to inspire budding cake decorators. In her exclusive interview, we delve into Kwun's creative process, her advice for beginners, and her plans for the future. Q: How do you come up with new ideas for your buttercream flower designs? Kwun: "New ideas usually come to me from observing other great artists and studying real flowers. Every time I see a flower, I try to analyze how to make the petals and how they come together to form a whole flower. I'm quite passionate about understanding flowers and how to recreate them." Q: What advice would you give to someone who is starting out? Kwun: "If you're completely new, it's actually very easy. I love students who start from zero because they have an open mind and find it easy to absorb new techniques and ideas." Q: What do you think sets your buttercream flowers apart from others in the industry? Kwun: "Honestly, I feel my flowers are quite similar to others. However, many of my followers and friends tell me they can instantly recognize my work, my style. I can't exactly pinpoint why, but it's probably something unique they see." Q: How do you engage with your audience and build a community on social media platforms? Kwun: "I believe sincerity is key to connect with followers on social media. I enjoy sharing tutorial videos and snippets of my work. I genuinely love my followers and when I share something from my heart, they understand and respond positively." Q: What are your future plans and goals for your buttercream business? Kwun: "Learning is an endless journey for me. There are so many techniques, new artists, and flowers to discover. All these aspects keep me excited to learn and grow. My goal is to keep creating art that will endure." Kwun's passion for her craft and dedication to continuous learning is a source of inspiration to many aspiring cake artists. Her philosophy of starting with an open mind and a desire to learn presents a fresh perspective for beginners. The distinctive style of her buttercream flowers—whether he realizes it or not—continues to captivate audiences around the world. For those eager to learn and create their own buttercream masterpieces, Kwun's Domestika course, "Cake Design: Easy Buttercream Flowers with a Palette Knife," is a must. Enroll today and start your journey into the fascinating world of buttercream artistry.

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  • What Are Literary Devices and What Types Are There?
    Writing

    What Are Literary Devices and What Types Are There?

    Immerse yourself in the world of literary devices. Learn about the different types of literary devices and their powerful impact on storytelling. Literary devices are stylistic tools that writers use to embellish and enrich their texts. These elements add depth, beauty, and meaning to works and also allow them to better connect with readers.

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  • What Is Color Harmony and What Types Are There?
    Illustration

    What Is Color Harmony and What Types Are There?

    Discover how to generate effective and attractive color combinations using this color theory technique Color plays a vital role in the world we live in. It influences our thoughts, affects our reactions, and causes strong emotional associations. Color also impacts us on a physical level: our eyes can be soothed or irritated by a color; colors can increase blood pressure or suppress appetite. And when used correctly, color can even help us save energy. As a communicative tool, color is irreplaceable. The universality of its language helps us make our messages flow and invoke certain emotions more easily. For all these reasons and more, it’s essential to learn to speak the language of color theory. And within this language, a technique we should acquire is color harmony.

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  • Your Personal Travel Assistant: How to Make One with GPT Chat
    Web & App Design Teacher

    Your Personal Travel Assistant: How to Make One with GPT Chat

    Are you excited about having your own personal travel assistant to help you plan your next adventures quickly and easily? This tutorial is a fascinating journey that will teach you how to get the most out of this powerful tool. Let's see how to create your own travel assistant with Chat GPT 1. Define your Travel Role: The first thing you will learn is how to define the role of your travel assistant. This will determine how Chat GPT will help you plan your adventure. Victor will guide you in choosing a role that suits your specific needs. 2. Set your Travel Goal: Next, it is crucial to set a clear goal for your trip. This step defines the scope of your assistant's work and provides them with specific context to help you. You will be able to define an effective objective. 3. Provide Context with Variables: To get accurate and personalized results, you will learn how to add context using variables. These variables are like pieces of a puzzle that Chat GPT will use to generate your travel plans. You will understand how this process works. 4. Mission: Plan your Trip: The main mission of Chat GPT is to help you plan your trip effectively. Based on your role, objective and context, Chat GPT will generate a detailed itinerary that includes activities, schedules and more. 5. Generate the Output Format: Víctor Mollá will show you how to generate an output format, such as a table, that will help you visualize and organize your travel plan in a clear and concise way. 6. Rule: Add a Row per Activity: To make your itinerary even more practical, you will set a rule that instructs Chat GPT to add a row for each activity in your plan. This will make it easier to organize your activities. 7. Explore Different Destinations: One of the key advantages of working with GPT Chat is that you can explore different destinations easily. If you want to change your travel destination, simply modify the prompt, as will be shown in the course.

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  • A Journey to the Future of Artificial Intelligence: Interview with Víctor Mollá
    Web & App Design Teacher

    A Journey to the Future of Artificial Intelligence: Interview with Víctor Mollá

    In this interview, you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and problem solving with Víctor Mollá, an expert in the field. Victor is a professional with a unique approach that combines the fields of Product, Development and SEO, and uses artificial intelligence to simplify complex processes. If you've ever been curious about how artificial intelligence is changing our world, this interview is a rare opportunity to gain valuable insights.

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  • 14 Podcasts on Creativity You’ll Love
    Design

    14 Podcasts on Creativity You’ll Love

    Learn from amazing creative professionals by listening to their experiences and insights in their podcasts The podcast format has become a favorite tool for sharing information, advice, and experiences from people working on similar professional fields. It doesn’t matter if you prefer a formal oriented listing experience, or something more fun to pass your time by, these creative podcasts will surely inspire you. We asked the Domestika’s community on Instagram what are their favorite podcasts on creativity, and here we compiled those with more votes:

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  • What Is Low Poly? Learn About Polygon Art for Video Games and More
    3D & Animation

    What Is Low Poly? Learn About Polygon Art for Video Games and More

    Learn about low poly: a computer graphics art used in video game design and other creative fields Low poly art is one of the most attractive contemporary styles used in video game design, animation, and illustration. You can create cool and simple-looking objects using blocky polygons. This modeling technique has been used to create low-res 3D models, thanks to the simplicity in which you can create basic objects and the fact that the rendering process is in turn reduced. What is low poly exactly? What does the term mean and what are its main features? Art director and low poly 3D modeling expert Daniel Gutiérrez (@danielgutierrez) explains more.

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