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  • How to Create an Interactive Prototype in Figma: Step-by-Step UI Animation Guide
    Teacher Web & App Design

    How to Create an Interactive Prototype in Figma: Step-by-Step UI Animation Guide

    Master Smart Animate, Custom Easing Curves, and Delay Timing to Elevate Your UI Designs If you're ready to elevate your Figma prototyping skills, this step-by-step tutorial with Daniele Buffa, a seasoned visual and product designer, is your ultimate guide. You'll learn how to create smooth UI animations using components, variants, and smart animation with custom easing curves—all while building a visually stunning splash screen prototype.

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  • Culinary Tutorial: How to Decorate Cakes with Buttercream Piping Techniques
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    Culinary Tutorial: How to Decorate Cakes with Buttercream Piping Techniques

    Learn how to decorate stunning cakes using piping tips like 1M, 4B, and 104 to create swirls, rosettes, stars, and more If you’ve ever admired a beautifully decorated cake and wondered how do they do that?, you’re in the right place. In this tutorial, cake artist Whitney DePaoli, the creator of Sugar and Sparrow, walks us through the fundamental piping techniques for decorating cakes with buttercream. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, mastering these piping techniques will elevate your cake decorating game. Whitney uses three essential piping tips—1M, 4B, and 104—to demonstrate how to create eye-catching textures and shapes like swirls, rosettes, stars, shell borders, and ruffles.

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  • Illustration Tutorial: 5 Creative Color Palette Tips Every Illustrator Should Know
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    Illustration Tutorial: 5 Creative Color Palette Tips Every Illustrator Should Know

    Master Color Theory with These Easy and Inspiring Tips from Illustrator Allison Cole If you've ever stared at your canvas wondering which colors to choose, you're not alone. For illustrators and surface designers, color palette decisions are key to making artwork pop and feel cohesive. In this tutorial, artist and surface designer Allison Cole shares 5 expert color palette tips rooted in color theory to help you level up your creative process. Whether you're designing a pattern, illustration, or digital artwork, these color palette techniques will help you work with confidence and create more vibrant, harmonious compositions.

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  • Communication Tutorial: How to Tell a Powerful Short Story About Your Creative Work
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    Communication Tutorial: How to Tell a Powerful Short Story About Your Creative Work

    Discover the 4 Key Elements of Memorable Storytelling to Elevate Your Creative Projects Telling a short, engaging story about your creative work can be one of the most powerful tools in your professional toolkit. Whether you're a designer, illustrator, photographer, or filmmaker, understanding how to tell a story that sticks is essential for capturing attention and making your work memorable. In this tutorial, you'll learn four secrets to crafting compelling creative stories, also known as illuminations—short narratives that shine a light on your creative process and connect with your audience on an emotional level.

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  • Figma Tutorial: Visual Exploration Based on a Moodboard
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    Figma Tutorial: Visual Exploration Based on a Moodboard

    A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Stunning Visuals in Figma When designing a user interface (UI), every detail—from typography to imagery and color—plays a crucial role in the final aesthetic. In this UI design tutorial, Daniel Buffa, a visual and product designer, takes us through an in-depth exploration using Figma, based on a pre-created mood board. This guide will help you understand how to structure and refine a visual direction while maintaining a cohesive and engaging design system.

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  • Painting Tutorial: Toning the Canvas
    Teacher Illustration

    Painting Tutorial: Toning the Canvas

    Master the Art of Preparing Your Canvas for a Perfect Painting Foundation Toning your canvas before painting is an essential step that can dramatically impact the final result of your artwork. By applying a thin, even layer of color, you create a harmonious base that helps unify your composition and enhances the vibrancy of your paints. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to tone a canvas using burnt sienna and Gamsol, ensuring a smooth and balanced surface for your next masterpiece.

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  • Culinary Tutorial: Easy Vegan Onigiri Recipe
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    Culinary Tutorial: Easy Vegan Onigiri Recipe

    Learn how to prepare flavorful and nutritious Japanese rice balls with a creative vegan twist Onigiri, also known as Japanese rice balls, are a fun and easy-to-make snack that can be customized with endless fillings. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to create a vegan version of onigiri using a simple and delicious homemade tofu mayo and a vibrant chickpea salad filling. Whether you're new to Japanese cuisine or a plant-based food lover, this recipe will inspire you to get creative in the kitchen!

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  • Piano Tutorial: The Major Scale by David Snyder
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    Piano Tutorial: The Major Scale by David Snyder

    Learn How to Build and Use Major Scales to Compose, Improvise, and Play with Confidence If you’ve ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of the piano, mastering the major scale is the perfect place to start. The major scale is the foundation of music, allowing you to compose, improvise, and understand melodies with ease. In this tutorial, pianist and composer David Snyder breaks down the power of major scales and shows you how to build and use them creatively.

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  • AI Tutorial: AI vs Human Creativity, a Design Challenge
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    AI Tutorial: AI vs Human Creativity, a Design Challenge

    Exploring the Power of AI and Human Imagination in Character Design The rise of artificial intelligence in digital art has sparked countless debates about creativity, originality, and storytelling. But what happens when a human artist challenges AI in a head-to-head design battle? In this tutorial, we explore the process of combining human creativity with AI-generated ideas, testing their capabilities in developing a unique and compelling character concept.

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  • Illustration Tutorial: Inspiration to Organize a Sketchbook
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    Illustration Tutorial: Inspiration to Organize a Sketchbook

    Make Your Sketchbook More Dynamic with These Creative Layout Techniques A sketchbook is more than just a place to draw—it’s a space for exploration, creativity, and storytelling. Whether you're an illustrator, a picture book artist, or simply someone who enjoys sketching, how you arrange your sketches can enhance the visual appeal and functionality of your sketchbook. In this tutorial, illustrator and picture book maker Raahat Kaduji shares creative sketchbook layout ideas to make your pages look more engaging and dynamic.

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  • Weaving Tutorial: Create a Weaving Pattern
    Teacher Craft

    Weaving Tutorial: Create a Weaving Pattern

    Learn how to design and weave stunning grid patterns with textile artist Rachel Snack Weaving is an ancient art form that blends creativity and technique, allowing artists to craft intricate patterns with just a loom and some yarn. If you've ever wanted to create structured, visually striking woven designs, mastering grid patterns is a great place to start. In this tutorial, Rachel Snack, artist, textile conservator, and founder of Weaver House, shares a simple step-by-step method to design and weave your own grid pattern.

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  • Culinary Tutorial: Piping Techniques to Decorate Your Cake
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    Culinary Tutorial: Piping Techniques to Decorate Your Cake

    Learn How to Create Beautiful Buttercream Decorations with These Easy Piping Techniques Cake decoration is an art that transforms ordinary cakes into stunning masterpieces. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced baker, mastering piping techniques is essential to elevate your creations. In this tutorial, renowned cake artist Josie Casey, also known as Sweet Josie, shares her expert tips on how to achieve flawless buttercream decorations with ease.

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  • Drawing Warm-up Tutorial: Draw Your Breakfast
    Teacher Illustration

    Drawing Warm-up Tutorial: Draw Your Breakfast

    Master simple techniques to enhance your sketching practice and bring your creativity to life When it comes to drawing, preparation is key! Whether you’re sketching for fashion design, illustration, or personal projects, warming up helps you loosen your hand and get into a creative flow. In this tutorial, illustrator Josefina Fernández shares her go-to method for starting a drawing session, from choosing the right tools to layering color for depth and vibrancy.

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  • Tutorial: How to Add Finishing Touches to Your Crochet Projects: Tassels, Trims, and Embellishments
    Teacher Craft

    Tutorial: How to Add Finishing Touches to Your Crochet Projects: Tassels, Trims, and Embellishments

    Give Your Handmade Creations a Unique and Personalized Look If you've ever finished a crochet project and felt like something was missing, you’re not alone! Adding finishing touches like tassels, trims, and embellishments can take your handmade pieces to the next level. In this tutorial, Grace—also known as Amazing is Grace on social media—shares easy techniques to personalize your scarves, hand warmers, and other crochet projects.

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  • Productivity Tutorial: Remote Collaboration with Miro
    Teacher Marketing

    Productivity Tutorial: Remote Collaboration with Miro

    Discover essential Miro features, from presentation mode to interactive voting, and take your online collaboration skills to the next level Remote collaboration has never been more important, and Miro is a game-changer for running effective workshops, brainstorming sessions, and team meetings. While many people think of Miro as a simple digital whiteboard, it offers a wide range of tools to streamline teamwork and enhance productivity. In this tutorial, expert facilitator Phillip Wallage walks us through the key features that transform Miro into a powerful collaboration platform. From setting up a Design Sprint board to navigating frames with Presentation Mode, Philli demonstrates how to structure an engaging and interactive workshop experience.

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  • Procreate Tutorial: How to Creatre Stunning Patterns
    Teacher Illustration

    Procreate Tutorial: How to Creatre Stunning Patterns

    Learn How to Create Flawless Repeating Patterns with Illustrator’s Powerful Tools Creating seamless repeating patterns is an essential skill for illustrators and surface designers, allowing you to develop eye-catching designs for textiles, wallpapers, packaging, and more. In this tutorial, Allison Cole, an experienced illustrator, shares her step-by-step process for designing patterns using Adobe Illustrator, ensuring smooth and dynamic compositions.

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  • Procreate Tutorial: How to Make an Animation
    Teacher Illustration

    Procreate Tutorial: How to Make an Animation

    A Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Animation Assist for Cute and Easy Animations Bring your kawaii illustrations to life with simple and adorable animations in Procreate! If you’ve ever dreamed of animating cute clouds, twinkling stars, or any of your favorite characters, this guide is the perfect starting point. Hi, I’m Becky Cas, an illustrator with a passion for kawaii and pastel colors, and today, I’ll walk you through creating a charming animation in Procreate using Animation Assist.

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  • Illustration Tutorial: Warm Up Exercises to Create Nature Illustration
    Teacher Illustration

    Illustration Tutorial: Warm Up Exercises to Create Nature Illustration

    Master Dry Media Techniques to Create Vivid and Realistic Nature Sketches Nature offers endless inspiration for artists, and creating lush, nature-inspired illustrations is a wonderful way to connect with the outdoors. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced illustrator, warm-up exercises using dry media can help bring your sketches to life. Hi, my name is Alexandra Finley, and I'm an illustrator passionate about drawing and painting nature. Today, I’ll share simple but effective warm-up exercises that use tools like graphite sticks, colored pencils, and tombow markers to create vibrant nature illustrations.

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  • Crochet Tutorial: Creation of Soft Animals
    Teacher Craft

    Crochet Tutorial: Creation of Soft Animals

    Master the art of creating 3D animals through simple crochet techniques, starting with a charming jellyfish If you’re ready to dive into the world of crochet and bring your creativity to life, this is your perfect starting point! Learn how to make adorable 3D animals like jellyfish using nothing more than one ball of yarn and a crochet hook.

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  • Procreate Dreams Tutorial: Drawing an Animation Over a Video
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    Procreate Dreams Tutorial: Drawing an Animation Over a Video

    Unlock your creativity by learning how to animate effortlessly with Procreate Dreams and turn your ideas into stunning visuals Are you ready to dive into the vibrant world of animation? Procreate Dreams is the ultimate tool for both beginners and seasoned creators who want to bring their ideas to life. Brookes Eggleston shows you how simple it is to animate using this powerful software.

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  • Abstract Painting Tutorial: How to Balance Composition in Abstract Art
    Teacher Illustration

    Abstract Painting Tutorial: How to Balance Composition in Abstract Art

    Learn the Art of Balancing Chaos and Order to Create Abstract Paintings That Captivate Abstract art is a realm where creativity flows freely, unrestricted by the constraints of traditional forms. However, crafting a visually striking piece requires more than splashes of color and random patterns. It demands a well-balanced composition that guides the viewer's eye and evokes emotion. In this blog post, abstract artist Josh Jensen shares his insights into creating harmonious compositions, exploring the delicate interplay between order and chaos, and using techniques to achieve visual depth.

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  • Balloon Deco Tutorial: How to Make a Balloon Bouquet Like a Pro
    Teacher Craft

    Balloon Deco Tutorial: How to Make a Balloon Bouquet Like a Pro

    Discover the art of balloon decoration and learn to create stunning, professional-quality balloon garlands and bouquets for any even Balloon decorations are an essential part of modern event décor, adding color, style, and a festive touch to any celebration. Whether it’s a birthday party, a wedding, or a corporate event, a stunning balloon bouquet can instantly elevate the atmosphere. If you’ve ever wanted to create professional-quality balloon arrangements, we’ve got you covered! In this blog post, we’ll introduce you to the basics of balloon decoration, tips for crafting a beautiful balloon bouquet, and an exclusive opportunity to learn directly from balloon artist Claudia Racanelli in her course, "Creating Stunning Balloon Garlands for Event Decor", available on Domestika.

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  • Drawing Tutorial: Learning the Properties of Licht and Shadow
    Teacher Illustration

    Drawing Tutorial: Learning the Properties of Licht and Shadow

    Learn essential techniques to create lifelike self-portraits by understanding light, shadow, and form When it comes to creating realistic drawings, understanding the relationship between light and shadow is crucial. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or a seasoned creator, mastering these principles will elevate your artwork, bringing depth and dimension to every piece. In this tutorial, visual artist Gustavo Ramos shares his step-by-step approach to capturing the nuances of light and shadow through a simple sphere exercise. This foundational practice can prepare you for more complex projects like self-portraiture.

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  • Macramé Tutorial: How to create the elegant Josephine Knot
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    Macramé Tutorial: How to create the elegant Josephine Knot

    Learn how to create the elegant Josephine Knot and elevate your macramé designs, from plant hangers to jewelry The Josephine Knot is a classic decorative element that adds sophistication to any macramé project. Whether you’re crafting plant hangers, jewelry, or wall hangings, mastering this knot can take your creations to the next level. Alisha Ing, a talented macramé fiber artist, shares her tips and tricks for creating this beautiful knot with ease. Follow this step-by-step guide to perfecting the Josephine Knot and incorporating it into your designs.

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  • Macramé Tutorial: Fix Common Mistakes
    Teacher Craft

    Macramé Tutorial: Fix Common Mistakes

    Struggling with short filler cords or miscounted knots in macramé? Learn expert tips from Alisha Ing to solve these common issues and take your craft to the next level Macramé is an intricate and beautiful craft, but even the most experienced crafters encounter challenges. From short cords to miscounted knots, these issues can disrupt your creative flow. Luckily, macramé expert Alisha Ing shares her tried-and-tested tips to solve these problems efficiently, so you can enjoy a smooth crafting experience.

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  • Public Speaking Tutorial: 5-Minute Warm-up Exercise
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    Public Speaking Tutorial: 5-Minute Warm-up Exercise

    Simple and Effective Techniques to Boost Confidence Before Any Presentation Preparing for a public speaking engagement can feel overwhelming, especially when time is limited. However, with just 5 minutes, you can calm your nerves, enhance your delivery, and build confidence. In this guide, we share an easy warmup routine for presentations and public speaking that will leave you ready to captivate your audience.

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  • Craft Tutorial: How to create a coaster with a tufting
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    Craft Tutorial: How to create a coaster with a tufting

    Learn the Art of Tufting with This Step-by-Step Tutorial on Making a Custom Tufted Coaster Tufting has become a popular craft technique for creating unique textile art pieces. From rugs to coasters, tufting allows artists to bring intricate designs to life using vibrant colors and textures. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a tufted coaster using a loop pile tufting gun—an excellent way to start if you're new to tufting or want a small project to practice your skills. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the essential tools, materials, and techniques needed to create a beautiful, handmade coaster. Whether you're an experienced fiber artist or a beginner exploring textile arts, this tutorial will help you discover the joy of tufting.

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  • Culinary Tutorial: Perfect Pink Donut Glaze
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    Culinary Tutorial: Perfect Pink Donut Glaze

    Learn How to Make a Stunning, Flavorful Raspberry Glaze for Bakery-Quality Donuts If you've ever wanted to make donuts that look and taste like they came straight from a bakery, then this raspberry glaze recipe is a must-try! Crafted by renowned baker and content creator Kane Bergman, also known as Señor Kane or The Tasteless Baker, this glaze recipe will transform your donuts with a beautiful, vibrant pink finish and delicious raspberry flavor. Unlike basic sugar glazes, this raspberry glaze is rich, smooth, and offers a taste that truly stands out. In this tutorial, Kane shares his secrets to creating a glaze that not only looks stunning—think Simpsons-style pink glaze—but also packs a real flavor punch. Here’s everything you need to know to make a show-stopping glaze for your next donut batch.

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