Converting an Old TV into a Crystal Display Case
I turned an old TV shell into a display case to store my crystals…
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Making an Arty Sketch Book – ART VLOG
Art Vlog on making and hand binding a new sketch book. (Article & video).
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FREE TUTORIAL: How to Make Speed Drawing Videos for Beginners – Using Quicktime
…This is a tutorial on how to create digital speed painting videos for beginners using softwares such as Quicktime and iMovie. Though this video is aimed at digital artist, the processes can be used by anyone wanting to record their computer screen for things such as explaining their digital processes, online teaching and more…
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Making Mixed Media Decorative Plates – Art Process
This project was experimental and took many months to complete. This is a journal explaining my creative process experimenting to find the best solution. One day I saw some plates in my grandparent’s antique shop by the 20th centurary Danish artist Bjorn Wiinblad, who specialised in whimsical fairy tale styled ceramics and was captivated by them. The plates had such a unique style and had their own stories within them. I felt inspired and wanted to make something like that in my own way…
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3 Ways to Use Models as Reference Animation & Comics
Drawing backgrounds and different angles are often challenges for artist, which include animators, storyboarders, comic artists and mangaka to name a few. I’ve come up with 3 easy ways to help and take your art to the next level… This article is acompanied by a video tutorial…
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FREE TUTORIAL – Painting a TAMBORINE
I custom painted this adorable tamborine inspired by Stevie Nicks.
The video below goes through a very detailed process, which includes: masking and priming the surface, transfering the design using carbon transfer technique, painting the design using acrylic paint and paint markers, fixing mistakes and damaged areas, and sealing the paint.
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Book Binding Vlog
The Vlog below talks about the process of creating my first hard cover book, from dying the paper, sewing the spine and making a paper press, as well as the challenges I faced along the way. Book binding is a whole discipline in itself and difficult to execuite well. However, I thought this was an endearing project and it gives me so much joy using the final book as a journal to write and sketch in…
Cheap & Easy DIY Camera Rig
Designed a camera mount that would allow consistent recording for traditional art. The frame is made of PVC pipes that are strong, light weight, and can be taken appart for easy storage. The top part has X and Y sliders that allow for easy repositioning of the camera, and the open frame structure allows room to add fabric to be used as a potential photo box…
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How To Make a Portable RECORDING BOOTH – Studio VLOG
I’ve been recording my own music and dialogue for years to go with my animations and videos. However, it’s always such a hastle getting all my equipment out and prepared, especially if I have to travel. This last year I decided to come up with a solution and build a PORTABLE MUSIC STUDIO inside of a briefcase. It’s a cheap, lightweight and professional way to record dialogue, music and sounds on the go…
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My Process – Black Light Photo Shoot
For the last few months I was planning a photo shoot based on my ‘Wink’ drawing, (featuring Lapis from The Wish Bringer) which I finally carried out last Friday. First, I ordered some clothes online that looked similar to drawing, making sure to take into account shipping time. Then I started thinking about the background. At first
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Sailor Themed Photoshoot
Process of how I staged and shot a sailor themed photoshoot using budget materials.
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FREE Tutorial – How to Design & Setup Your Own Photoshoot!
FREE Tutorial – How to Design & Setup Your Own Photoshoot!
Process from start to finish of designing a photoshoot, setting it up and taking photos.
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FREE Easy DIY Photo Lightbox!
Easy DIP photo lightbox made out of cheap recycable materials. It’s an easy way to light and make small objects look good on camera.
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