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  • 8 ideas to get you started in watercolors
    Illustration

    8 ideas to get you started in watercolors

    Start painting with simple, relaxing and colorful projects. Watercolor is one of the most versatile and accessible techniques to get you started in illustration. Here are 8 easy ideas to get you started in watercolor, lose your fear of the brush and discover everything you can express with this technique. [Simple flowers 2.] Draw basic flowers like daisies, tulips or lavender. They are perfect for practicing soft shapes, color mixtures and loose brushstrokes. They are also very decorative and always nice to paint. 2. Fruits and vegetables. Start with simple pieces such as lemons, strawberries or carrots. Their organic shapes and vivid colors will help you practice gradients, light and shadow. 3. Skies at sunset. Color transitions in the sky are ideal for learning to blur and control water. Add silhouettes of mountains or trees to create a simple but striking composition.

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  • What is impasto in painting and how to apply it in digital illustration
    Illustration

    What is impasto in painting and how to apply it in digital illustration

    The impasto, a centuries-old technique to add texture and emotion to painting, did you know that it can be replicated in digital? We explain how to achieve it in traditional media and in your digital illustrations. What is impasto? The impasto is a painting technique that consists of applying the paint in a thick and visible way, generating volume and texture on the canvas. The stroke of the brush or palette knife is not concealed: it forms an active part of the work and adds dynamism. Painters such as Van Gogh or Rembrandt used this technique to intensify the light and emotion in their compositions. The paint stands out from the canvas, capturing the light in a different way and bringing a tactile sensation to the viewer. Learn more in this video about impasto with water-based oil paint.

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  • Free download: Q&A for preparing an effective creative brief
    Design

    Free download: Q&A for preparing an effective creative brief

    Before designing, you have to ask. That's why today we are sharing with you a fundamental tool for any branding professional: a Q&A questionnaire for clients that will help you build a solid and strategic brief. This resource is part of the course Branding for Cultural Organizations: Build Strong and Memorable Identities, taught by graphic designer and creative director Fidel Peña, co-founder of Underline Studio. A key tool to understand your client. With this document you will be able to identify the objectives, needs, values and expectations of any organization before starting to design. It is a practical guide that you can use in initial interviews to lay the groundwork for a coherent and meaningful brand.

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  • Culinary Tutorial: Easy Cake Truffles With Leftovers
    Teacher Culinary

    Culinary Tutorial: Easy Cake Truffles With Leftovers

    Turn leftover cake into delicious, Instagram-worthy treats with this fun and easy tutorial If you're a baking enthusiast, you've probably asked yourself what to do with all those cake scraps left over after leveling your layers. Instead of tossing them, turn them into something deliciously beautiful: sprinkle cake truffles! In this tutorial, cake artist Whitney DePaoli, founder of Sugar and Sparrow, shows you a simple, creative way to give leftover cake a second life.

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  • The 10 most recognized tattoo artists in the world
    Illustration

    The 10 most recognized tattoo artists in the world

    International Tattoo Day is celebrated on July 17. A date that recognizes the cultural and artistic value of tattooing as a form of body expression. To pay tribute to this day, we compiled the 10 most influential tattoo artists worldwide, with diverse styles and outstanding careers.

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  • Creative AI for designers and artists: ally or threat?
    Artificial Intelligence

    Creative AI for designers and artists: ally or threat?

    What role does artificial intelligence play in the creative process?. The emergence of generative artificial intelligence tools such as Midjourney, Runway or ChatGPT has transformed workflows in areas such as graphic design, illustration, motion, music and more. This technology, which once seemed futuristic, is now within the reach of any creative... and is generating debate. AI: a new tool, not a replacement. Just as it happened with the transition from paper to digital or the arrival of Photoshop, AI does not eliminate human creativity, but rather offers new ways of working, experimenting and producing. Some of the most common creative uses include: - Generating moodboards or quick visual concepts - Devising typographic variants or color palettes - Creating animations, voices or backgrounds in record time - Writing prompts, descriptions or texts for networks - Turn simple sketches into polished pieces

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  • Free download: How to play fast and accurately on the piano
    Music & Audio

    Free download: How to play fast and accurately on the piano

    Practical advice from pianist and composer David Snyder. Would you like to improve your speed and accuracy when playing the piano? If you are taking your first steps on this instrument or you already have experience, this new free download is for you. It is an exclusive file created as part of the course Piano Improvisation and Composition: create original melodies with confidence, taught by the talented musician David Snyder. What will you find in this download?. "Cómo tocar rápido y con precisión" is a PDF in Spanish that offers a clear and structured guide with technical tips, exercises and key observations to gain agility on the keyboard without losing control or musicality. Ideal for those who wish to improve their technique in a progressive and effective way.

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  • The FedEx logo: the hidden message you probably hadn't noticed
    Design

    The FedEx logo: the hidden message you probably hadn't noticed

    A brilliant lesson in graphic design with meaning and precision. Looking at the FedEx logo, it may appear, at first glance, to be a clean, modern typographic design. However, this logo holds a visual secret that many overlook: a hidden arrow between the "E" and the "x". This subtle detail is considered one of the most ingenious examples of negative space design, and makes it an essential reference for anyone interested in logo design.

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  • Learn how to make instant homemade ice cream with ice and salt
    Culinary

    Learn how to make instant homemade ice cream with ice and salt

    Free download: step-by-step recipe included Making homemade ice cream at home may seem complicated, but thanks to this quick and machine-free method, it is now possible to prepare a delicious dessert in just a few minutes. From Domestika, we bring you a free downloadable content with an easy and fun recipe to create instant ice cream using only ice and salt. This resource is part of the course Artisan ice cream: create flavors and textures at home, taught by David Davidov, also known as The Cooking Foodie, one of today's most influential culinary creators.

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  • Top 5 creative agencies in the world: inspiration without limits
    Marketing

    Top 5 creative agencies in the world: inspiration without limits

    What makes an agency truly creative? Today, creative agencies no longer just sell products: they create culture, build strong brands and tell stories that connect emotionally with audiences around the world. [But what differentiates the truly great ones from the rest? For this selection, we were guided by criteria such as - Constant innovation - Global impact and cultural relevance - Collaborations with iconic clients - Recognition at festivals such as Cannes Lions - A unique ability to deliver effective storytelling Here are the 5 most influential creative agencies in the world. Not just because of what they do, but because of how they do it.

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  • 5 free (and legal) sound banks that every creative should know about
    Music & Audio

    5 free (and legal) sound banks that every creative should know about

    Find effects, loops and music without worrying about rights of use. Whether you're producing videos, editing podcasts, animating scenes or composing music, audio is a key part of any creative project's narrative. But finding quality, varied and clearly licensed sounds can be a complex task. 1. Freesound.org - The ultimate audio community What it is: A collaborative platform where creators from all over the world upload field recordings, effects, ambiences and samples. Ideal for: short films, video games, motion graphics, experimental sound design. Extra: You can filter by license and file type. Some sounds are recorded with professional equipment. 2. BBC Sound Effects Archive - More than 16,000 historical sounds. What it is: A public archive from the BBC with recordings ranging from footsteps in the snow to 1940s airplanes. Ideal for: documentary projects, reenactments, educational content. Important: These are for non-commercial use, but perfect for learning or personal projects.

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  • 5 Photoshop tricks to streamline your creative workflow
    Illustration

    5 Photoshop tricks to streamline your creative workflow

    Do you work with Photoshop on a daily basis and feel that you could optimize your time?. Photoshop is one of the most powerful tools for designers and illustrators, but it can also become a maze of layers, brushes and shortcuts if you don't know how to get the most out of it.

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  • Music Tutorial: How to Start Improvising on the Piano | Easy Steps for Beginners
    Teacher Music & Audio

    Music Tutorial: How to Start Improvising on the Piano | Easy Steps for Beginners

    Unlock your creativity and confidence at the piano by mastering simple patterns and scales. Learning how to improvise on the piano can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this beginner-friendly guide, pianist, composer, and educator David Snyder shares an accessible and liberating approach to improvisation, focusing on two core concepts: patterns and ingredients.

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  • Create your own stylish press kit: download a real example from Atto studio
    Design

    Create your own stylish press kit: download a real example from Atto studio

    Exclusive resource: Atto's real press kit for inspiration in your editorial project. Learn Risograph and editorial design with Atto This resource is part of the course "Risograph technique: design a self-published editorial project", available on Domestika. The teachers of the course are Sara Bianchi and Andrea Zambardi, founders of the Milanese studio Atto, which since 2013 combines graphic design, visual communication and technical exploration through processes such as Risograph printing.

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  • The Secret to Mastering Piano Chords: How to Use the Major Scale and Number System Like a Pro
    Teacher Music & Audio

    The Secret to Mastering Piano Chords: How to Use the Major Scale and Number System Like a Pro

    Learn how to build diatonic chords, understand the Nashville Number System, and unlock your creativity on the piano with this essential music theory guide. If you want to take your piano skills to the next level, understanding the major scale, diatonic chords, and the Nashville Number System is key. These are not just fancy music theory terms—they're practical tools that can help you compose songs, improvise, and jam with other musicians effortlessly.

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  • Why "less is more" in design?
    Design

    Why "less is more" in design?

    Minimalist design as a tool to enhance your visual message. We live surrounded by constant visual stimuli. In this context, minimalist design is positioned as an effective strategy to stand out and communicate clearly. To reduce is not to renounce, but to focus. And in design, that can make the difference.

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  • Chocolates with history: the sweet project of ChodyBom
    Culinary

    Chocolates with history: the sweet project of ChodyBom

    ChodyBom, an artisan confectionery owned by Rodrigo, a master confectioner with Down syndrome, and his family, has been sweetening hearts for five years. At Domestika, each project reflects a personal story, and some of them deserve to be told with special attention. Today we want to share the inspiring story of Rodrigo, a young master pastry chef with Down syndrome, and his family, who have united talent, love and entrepreneurship to give life to ChodyBom, a store of handmade chocolates that has been sweetening hearts for five years now.

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  • The Creative Codex: A new language for creativity in motion
    3D & Animation

    The Creative Codex: A new language for creativity in motion

    The Creative Codex is a platform that offers a visual and modular methodology for motion graphics creatives to structure their process without limiting their freedom. What is The Creative Codex? The Creative Codex is a platform and visual system created by designers and animators Joseph Melhuish and Min Shi, known for their experimental approach and their work with large animation studios. Their proposal stems from a key question: how can the creative process be codified without losing its intuitive nature?.

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  • Free Illustration Tutorial: Art of Sketching Everything
    Teacher Illustration

    Free Illustration Tutorial: Art of Sketching Everything

    Illustrator Alberto Russo shares his top technique to boost creativity and track your artistic progress with a sketchbook. If you're looking to improve your drawing skills, there's one simple yet powerful habit every aspiring illustrator should adopt: filling a sketchbook. According to professional illustrator Alberto Russo, this daily practice is one of the most effective ways to develop your artistic abilities, experiment with new techniques, and visually track your creative evolution over time. In this tutorial, Alberto walks us through his step-by-step sketching process, using a lion portrait as a reference. He emphasizes the importance of analyzing proportions, focusing on the aspect ratio of width and height, and reproducing it carefully on paper.

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  • Free Illustration Tutorial: How to create a pixel-style portrait
    Illustration

    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?
    Writing

    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
    Art

    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
    Domestika

    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
    Design

    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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  • Macramé Tutorial: Learn 3 Essential Knots for 3D Sculptures
    Teacher Craft

    Macramé 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
    Design

    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
    Design

    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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