• 8 Projects to Commemorate the 8M
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    8 Projects to Commemorate the 8M

    We compile 8 projects of Domestika's teachers and students to commemorate International Women's Day Women's Day has become a great source of inspiration for many artists and women in general. Every March 8, the streets around the world are filled with women demonstrating for their rights and every year we come across new and creative posters that motivate us in the struggle and convey a great sorority. To commemorate this important day, we wanted to gather here 8 projects made by teachers and students of Domestika that express, each in their own way, the feminist struggle. 1. Sofía Castellanos

  • An Epic Journey Through “Black History in Two Minutes (or so)”
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    An Epic Journey Through “Black History in Two Minutes (or so)”

    Explore pivotal Black History moments with Henry Louis Gates Jr. in Black History in Two Minutes (or so), a must watch YouTube series. February, a month known not only for chilly weather and Valentine's Day, but also as a time to honor and celebrate Black History. It's a time to reflect on the countless tales of resilience, creativity, and courage that have shaped the world we live in today. And what better way to delve into these stories than through the captivating lens of Black History in Two Minutes (or so), a groundbreaking YouTube series narrated by historian Henry Louis Gates Jr.?

  • Domestika Teachers Celebrate The Year of the Dragon
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    Domestika Teachers Celebrate The Year of the Dragon

    If you have a lunar calendar at home, there is no need for me to notify you that we just entered the Chinese new year. But there is still a lot of people that don't know (some don't even care) about this festivity. I'll make it short, don't worry: We might call it the Chinese new year but the lunar calendar which marks the date, is also shared by other cultures like the Hindu, Islamic and Jewish (Christians aren't buying it, though. Always late to the party, I guess...!). This time around a wooden dragon is the symbol for the year. Wood, in the context of Feng Shui, represents growth, expansion and vitality. It is associated with renewal, creativity and the beginning of new projects. I'm glad it doesn't represent death, decay and lack of imagination...! Let's delve into some of these new projects: Marcos Chin

  • Top 10 Projects Published in 2023
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    Top 10 Projects Published in 2023

    Discover the ten projects best rated by the community published in 2023.. We are finishing the year, and it is time to take stock. There have been many good projects published in the community. These projects have not only educated us but also moved and inspired us. The great majority of the projects that have received the highest ratings from the community correspond to work done with what has been learned in the courses. Seeing how their authors have taken the time to explain and document the creative process is lovely. Thanks to all of you who share your projects with progress, joys, and challenges with the community. With this generosity, we achieve a more affluent community in collective knowledge. We encourage you to join and share your experiences with those who have not tried it yet. We leave you this link where you will see how easy and fun it is to publish your project: How to publish your project in Domestika. Thank you very much, let's get started.

  • 5 Creative Skills That Will Boost Your Career in 2024
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    5 Creative Skills That Will Boost Your Career in 2024

    The world of employment is constantly evolving, and those looking to excel in creative careers must adapt and acquire new skills to stay relevant. As we approach 2024, it's the perfect time to explore innovative techniques that will boost your creative career. In this post, we'll uncover five key skills that will prepare you for the future and help you stand out in an ever-changing job market. 1. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)

  • Our Community's Top 23 Downloads in 2023
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    Our Community's Top 23 Downloads in 2023

    Discover Domestika's 23 favorite downloads of 2023! From watercolor exercises to Procreate brushes and free PDFs on design thinking, these downloads by renowned artists and experts are your key to unlocking creativity. Hey, creative souls! 🎉 Ready to supercharge your artistic journey? We've rounded up the absolute best freebies of 2023 – a treasure trove of resources to ignite your creativity. Crafted by leading professionals in design, illustration, embroidery, and more, each resource is a key to unlocking your creative potential. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a newcomer to the world of creativity, these offerings are here to inspire and elevate your craft. Join us in exploring these gems designed to set your creative spirit ablaze.

  • 10 Creative Projects to Celebrate Halloween
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    10 Creative Projects to Celebrate Halloween

    Discover this selection of creative projects to inspire you with the most terrifying celebration of the year. Halloween is here again. And far from wanting to avoid the most terrifying celebration on the calendar, we present you 10 creative projectors that will inspire you to bring your Halloween to life this year. From decorations such as posters, illustrations and even soaps to snacks that are as sweet as they are terrifying. Do you want to take a mysterious walk through all these projects?

  • Challenge: Can You Write a Long Story on Twitter in Eight Tweets?
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    Challenge: Can You Write a Long Story on Twitter in Eight Tweets?

    Screenwriter, cartoonist, and editor Manuel Bartual takes on this Domestika social media challenge Manuel Bartual (@manuelbartual) has many talents, but above all, he considers himself a storyteller. He also knows that there’s more than just one way to bring a narrative to life, and so he uses a range of diverse mediums including podcasts, cinema, novels, and social media. In 2017, he wrote a fictional story through a series of Twitter threads that quickly went viral, becoming a Worldwide Twitter Trend and attracting hundreds of thousands of followers who now eagerly await each post. In this Domestika Challenge, we put his Twitter skills to the test by surprising him with groups of 7 words, picked at random, which he must use to create a story using no more than eight Tweets. Will he succeed? Find out in the video below:

  • Lettering Tutorial: How to Draw Spooky Letters
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    Lettering Tutorial: How to Draw Spooky Letters

    Learn how to draw spooky letters with typography artist and illustrator Adam Hayes Clever typography can communicate far more than just words, and there's no clearer example than the work of typography artist and illustrator Adam Hayes (@mrahayes). Merging his passion for typography and illustration to create fun, concept-driven lettering which is playful and full of character, his work spans the design, publishing, and advertising industries, and his clients include Apple, Facebook, Google, and Honda. Halloween offers a great opportunity to add some extra character to your usual creative style. In this tutorial, Adam demonstrates how to create spooky Halloween letters to add a creative twist to your typography.