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Which AI storyboard generator should you use?

Ever had a great idea for a screenplay in your head, but struggled the moment you tried to sketch it? This is where AI can come in handy! AI storyboard generators can throw out fresh ideas in seconds, new angles, unexpected compositions, and shots you probably wouldn’t have thought of.  Example of an AI storyboard… Continue reading Which AI storyboard generator should you use?

How to create a cute fruit pattern in Illustrator

Creating a cute fruit pattern in Adobe Illustrator is a fun and creative way to enhance your design skills. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to draw adorable fruits, apply warp effects, and turn them into a seamless pattern. Whether you’re designing for digital products, textiles, or wallpapers, this step-by-step guide will help you achieve… Continue reading How to create a cute fruit pattern in Illustrator

The History of WordPress: From 2003 to today

Today, WordPress powers more websites than any other content management system. It didn’t start that way though. The initial groundwork was laid for what was to become WordPress back in 2001. And the open source platform didn’t officially come into being until 2003.  So, how does a CMS go from a simple blogging platform to… Continue reading The History of WordPress: From 2003 to today

And… action? How to prioritise mood over action in video

1. What’s the frequency Kenneth? Define your mood Before you get cracking on the cinematography, writing dialogue, or thinking about what character arcs you might have, you need to decide what mood you want to get across. It’s the core to any emotionally driven story and that, plus the tone, will influence your overall style… Continue reading And… action? How to prioritise mood over action in video

How to make a rosette pattern in Illustrator & Photoshop

Since its development, halftone printing has revolutionized the way we reproduce images. It became a staple in newspapers, zines, advertising, and magazines, evolving into the bold design styles seen in comic books, vintage posters, and even pop art.  In this tutorial, we’ll recreate the halftone effect using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, and we’ll go… Continue reading How to make a rosette pattern in Illustrator & Photoshop

How to create a Superman inspired animated movie poster

In this two-part tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a movie poster in Adobe Photoshop and create an animated movie poster from the design using Adobe After Effects.  This is a simple and striking Photoshop poster layout that you can recreate using the steps below or easily adapt with your own choice of image. So… Continue reading How to create a Superman inspired animated movie poster

How to create a 70s striped geometric pattern

The following tutorial will teach you how to make a 70s-style striped geometric pattern using Adobe Illustrator. To double the fun, I’ll show you not one but two methods of making a striped pattern in Illustrator to help you get creative with your own 70s aesthetic pattern for your retro projects. If you don’t have… Continue reading How to create a 70s striped geometric pattern

Movie remakes 101: How to adapt or remake a story for film or TV

Adapting or remaking a story for a new audience is a bit of a balancing act, and it needs some careful thought. Movie remakes can be very successful, but you also need to be clear about the reasons for doing it and the process you’ll follow. Here are the key steps to take if you’d… Continue reading Movie remakes 101: How to adapt or remake a story for film or TV

How to create a Studio Ghibli-inspired text effect

What You’ll Be Creating Howl’s Moving Castle is renowned for its enchanting visuals and all those whimsical details that make up the Ghibli aesthetic. In the following tutorial, we’ll jump into Adobe Illustrator and learn to create a text effect inspired by Studio Ghibli’s art style. Let’s dive in and get some Miyazaki inspiration in… Continue reading How to create a Studio Ghibli-inspired text effect

How to remove window reflections in Adobe Camera Raw

Have you ever taken a photo that was ruined by a window reflection? When shooting near windows, reflections can be tricky, if not impossible, to avoid. Despite our best attempts, we’ve all ended up with photos where the glare takes over, ruining a shot we were excited about. To address this specific challenge, Adobe has… Continue reading How to remove window reflections in Adobe Camera Raw

How to create a grass-textured creeper from Minecraft

Today, we’ll be tapping into some Minecraft inspiration and creating a photo-realistic creeper! This Photoshop effect is easier than it looks, and it uses simple painting techniques to turn default shapes into 3D. You’ll also be learning how to use textures in Photoshop. What you’ll learn in this Photoshop tutorial How to make textures… Continue reading How to create a grass-textured creeper from Minecraft

How to draw Toothless in Illustrator

Fans of Toothless the dragon have long been waiting for How to Train Your Dragon 4—but it turns out, the next movie in the franchise will actually be a remake of the first part. And it’s coming out this year!  To celebrate it, let’s learn how to draw Toothless from the How to Train Your… Continue reading How to draw Toothless in Illustrator

How to create an 80s VHS cover

Let’s roll back the years with this 80s cover art! Learn how to design a real 80s VHS cover in Adobe InDesign. This vibrant 80s cover art captures the bold, nostalgic aesthetic of the era. We’ll achieve an authentic retro look that feels like something that came straight out of a classic video store shelf.… Continue reading How to create an 80s VHS cover

Build a Bootstrap light/dark toggle switch component

Bootstrap, in the current latest version, v5.3.0, has started supporting color modes. This means that in your Bootstrap layouts you can choose from its default light or dark mode, or even create a new one.  In the Bootstrap docs, they have implemented a dropdown color mode toggle that can work as a starting point for… Continue reading Build a Bootstrap light/dark toggle switch component

Blender Cycles vs. Eevee: choosing the right renderer

Rendering is where the magic happens in 3D art! It’s the step that turns your models and scenes into jaw-dropping, share-worthy visuals. If you’ve dabbled in Blender, you’ve probably come across two big names: Cycles and Eevee. But what’s the difference? And how do you know which one to pick? In this article we’ll break… Continue reading Blender Cycles vs. Eevee: choosing the right renderer

Blender Cycles vs. Eevee: choosing the right renderer

Rendering is where the magic happens in 3D art! It’s the step that turns your models and scenes into jaw-dropping, share-worthy visuals. If you’ve dabbled in Blender, you’ve probably come across two big names: Cycles and Eevee. But what’s the difference? And how do you know which one to pick? In this article we’ll break… Continue reading Blender Cycles vs. Eevee: choosing the right renderer

How to create a “blob generator” tool in JavaScript (Canvas tutorial)

So what are we making?! This: We’ll be getting familiar with color pickers, the canvas elements, curves.. you name it. Building the interface Let’s start with a minimal interface consisting of: A preview area containing a canvas element to display the blob. A color picker element to change the blob’s color (we’ll… Continue reading How to create a “blob generator” tool in JavaScript (Canvas tutorial)

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How to draw a Super Bowl player in Illustrator

Are you ready to create something fun and exciting? In this tutorial, we’ll dive into how to draw a Super Bowl player using Adobe Illustrator, step by step. Whether you’re a sports fan or simply love exploring character design, this guide will help you create a football vector hero with simple shapes and clean details.… Continue reading How to draw a Super Bowl player in Illustrator

How to make an animated text effect in After Effects

Do you want to take your text animations to the next level? Look no further! With its powerful tools, Adobe After Effects is a must-have for designers and beginners looking to add that extra flair to their projects. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through step-by-step how to create an eye-catching animated text effect in… Continue reading How to make an animated text effect in After Effects

How to design a yearbook layout in InDesign

In this Adobe InDesign tutorial, you will learn how to create a yearbook layout using paragraph styles, InDesign’s parent pages, and how to build a simple photo grid for arranging multiple portraits. If you want a ready-made template instead of following this tutorial, check out this yearbook layout template available on Envato. What you’ll need… Continue reading How to design a yearbook layout in InDesign

Build a light/dark mode toggle switch component with CSS & JavaScript

In this new tutorial, we’ll use previous knowledge and learn how to build a light/dark mode toggle switch component. This is a handy feature available in many sites and apps nowadays because it can help reduce eye strain and therefore improves accessibility. MDN’s color modes Slack’s color modes It’s also worth noting that more and… Continue reading Build a light/dark mode toggle switch component with CSS & JavaScript