Drawalong AR Turns YouTube Art Tutorials Into Augmented Tracing Paper — from vrscout.com by Kyle Melnick
On 04/12/2019,
in architecture, art, creativity, digital learning, digital textbooks, graphics, tools, usability, user experience (UX), user interface design, vendors,
by Daniel Christian
Helvetica, the world’s most famous typeface, gets a makeover — from fastcompany.com by Mark Wilson
Helvetica is one of the most popular typefaces on the planet. Here’s why Monotype decided to remake it.
Excerpt:
Helvetica Now is the product of two dozen type designers, and when you see everything it can do, you’ll see why. First and foremost, Helvetica Now offers three separate “masters” (or three separate Helvetica variations) for various use cases. Its “Micro” version is for small screens. “Display” is for signage. And “Text” is for more standard sizes in written materials. Each of these options will cause the letters to be both drawn and spaced differently.
Also see:
Bauhaus architecture and design from A to Z — from dezeen.com by Tom Ravenscroft
Excerpt:
To conclude our Bauhaus 100 series, celebrating the centenary of the hugely influential design school, we round out everything you need to know about the Bauhaus, from A to Z.
On 04/03/2019,
in architecture, art, creativity, learning spaces, library / librarians, love of learning,
by Daniel Christian
A giant book-shaped library — from fubiz.net
On 12/07/2018,
in art, corporate universities / corporate training, design, graphics, training / L&D, vendors, web design and production,
by Daniel Christian
Top Graphic Design Trends 2019: Fresh Hot & Bold — from graphicmama.com
- Open compositions
- 3D: Depth of a new generation
- Anti-gravity: Flying & floating elements
- Vivid colors & Dreamy color combos
- Metallic effect: Golden, silver, iridescent
- Fluid & liquid effect
- Maxi typography
Outline typography - Text with background
- Alternative art
- Realism + Flat mix
- The color of the year 2019
Top 9 Logo Design Trends for 2019: The Brands’ New Looks — from graphicmama.com
9 trends that will dictate the rules of branding and logo design in 2019: bright & vibrant colors, gradients, minimalism and more!
30 of The Best Animated Explainer Videos in 2018 — from graphicmama.com
Also, you may want to check out their blog.
The Biggest Graphic Design Trends of 2019 [Infographic] — from socialmediatoday.com
Excerpt:
So what are the design trends set to dominate in 2019? The team from Venngage have put together this infographic which outlines their data-backed predictions for what’s coming, and where you should be looking in your process.
Definitely, these trends look like standing out – you can read Venngage’s full report here or check out the graphic below.
On 11/23/2018,
in art, creativity,
by Daniel Christian
Spiked Sculptures by Matthew Shlian Create Angular Geometry from Folded Paper — from thisiscolossal.com
On 11/10/2018,
in art, creativity, drama/theater, education, engagement / engaging students, face-to-face, faculty/staff, formal learning, higher education, homeschooling/homeschoolers, ideas, informal learning, K-12 related, learning, learning ecosystem, learning preferences, lifelong learning, love of learning, media/film, motivation, neurodivergent/special needs, parents/guardians, pedagogy, personalized/customized learning, play, psychology, society, STEAM-related, teachers, teaching & learning, youth,
by Daniel Christian
From DSC:
The picture below was posted in the item below from edutopia. What a powerful picture! And not just for art or drama teachers!
Does it not once again illustrate that we are different? The lenses that we view the world through are different. Our learners are different. Each of us comes to a learning experience with different backgrounds, emotions, knowledge…and different real-life experiences.
As the article mentions, we need to create safe and supportive learning environments, where the love of (or at least the enjoyment of) learning can thrive.
Getting creative with social and emotional learning (SEL) — from by Maurice Elias, Sara LaHayne
How to incorporate creative expression and movement in the classroom while building social and emotional learning skills.
Excerpt:
Being creative is an inherently vulnerable process. In order to authentically build SEL competencies through creative expression, teachers need to strive to create a safe space, provide time, and open doors for validation.
- Creating a safe and supportive classroom environment
- Providing time
- Opening the doors for validation
These 50 awesome book covers will inspire you – and teach you how to design your own — from canva.com
Excerpt:
The takeaway: White space doesn’t mean that the whole cover must be completely minimal. It can used as a device to focus the reader.
The Takeaway: I love lots of colors, but not every book needs a rainbow. In fact, only a few books should tackle more than two or three colors. If your book works with less colors, definitely go with less.
On 10/27/2018,
in art, creativity,
by Daniel Christian
“Confluence” by Artist Courtney Mattison — from booooooom.com
“Border Crossing” by Lisa Ericson — from booooooom.com
“Li’l Baja’s Last Ride” by Artist Seth Armstrong — from booooooom.com
On 09/08/2018,
in 3D, art, creativity, digital photography, drama/theater, photography,
by Daniel Christian
From DSC:
I wonder what Vincent Van Gogh would think of this one!? Wow!!!
“No Blue Without Yellow” by Artist Maciek Janicki — from booooooom.com
Excerpt:
San Francisco-based artist and animator Maciek Janicki takes us into the world of Vincent van Gogh with his latest short film. Created in partnership with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, “No Blue Without Yellow” offers an immersive 3D tour, constructed using sampled paintings from consequential times in the renowned artist’s life. Click here for previous posts of Janicki’s work. And watch “No Blue Without Yellow” below!
No Blue Without Yellow from Maciek Janicki on Vimeo.
“Milk & Honey” by Photographer Thomas Jordan — from booooooom.com
3 Ways to Bring together Drama, Dance, and the Visual Arts — from theartofed.com by Raymond Yang
If you’re interested in bringing together dance, drama, and the visual arts, I have some insight to share.
Photographer Spotlight: André Terras Alexandre — from booooooom.com
How a domino master builds (and destroys) 15,000-piece creations — from wired.com by Ryan Loughlin
How Does Calling Students Artists Impact Growth Mindset? — from theartofed.com
Excerpt:
In short, for students to develop a growth mindset they need to understand how to fail well. They need to believe through hard work they can improve. If students are artists the moment they walk into the art room, how does that impact their growth mindset?
Artist’s 3D drawings of famous landmarks pop off the page — from danielswanick.com by Daniel Swanick — writing about Italian artist Pietro Cataudella
Excerpt:
Pietro Cataudella is an Italian artist who takes urban sketching to the next level. He offers a new perspective of famous landmarks by using his talents to combine his architectural drawings with photos of their real-life surroundings.
Some examples:
New Seb Lester Skillshare Class — Calligraphy Fundamentals: Letterforms and Flourishing — from booooooom.com by Jeff Hamada
Magic windmills by Albert Dros — from 500px.com
Vestrahorn in Bloom — from 500px.com by Iurie Belegurschi
Artist Spotlight: Daniel Mercadante — from booooooom.com
Artist Spotlight: Kathrin Longhurst — from booooooom.com
On 06/21/2018,
in art, creativity, Daniel S. Christian, digital photography, faith, photography,
by Daniel Christian
Psalm 93 New International Version (NIV)
1 The Lord reigns, he is robed in majesty;
the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength;
indeed, the world is established, firm and secure.
2 Your throne was established long ago;
you are from all eternity.
3 The seas have lifted up, Lord,
the seas have lifted up their voice;
the seas have lifted up their pounding waves.
4 Mightier than the thunder of the great waters,
mightier than the breakers of the sea—
the Lord on high is mighty.
5 Your statutes, Lord, stand firm;
holiness adorns your house
for endless days.
Spectacular waves shot by Rachael Talibart — from fubiz.net
On 05/02/2018,
in art, creativity, digital photography, photography, student-related, teachers,
by Daniel Christian
New Art Education Site Connects Teachers and Students — with thanks to LaVonne Ewing, Managing Partner at ArtCantina.com for this resource (w/ emphasis from DSC)
Innovative Online Directory Opens for Registration
LOVELAND, CO – May 1, 2018 ArtCantina.com invites all teaching artists, workshop organizers, art schools, art centers and non-profit art groups to register in their free online directory for the visual arts. Art Cantina is a new site that connects students of all ages with art teachers and schools, classes and workshops.
“We believe hands-on creativity is important at any age. Our goal at ArtCantina.com is to make it easier to find art lessons by providing a much-needed, worldwide marketing platform for professionals,” says co-founder LaVonne Ewing.
Art Cantina disciplines include painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, collage and mosaics, ceramics and pottery, fiber arts and textiles, glass arts, jewelry and metalsmithing, paper arts, and photography.
Lori McNee, artist, author, and art business advisor, says, “What a great resource for both teachers and students to be able to connect for classes and workshops all in one place. Such a wonderful service. I’m excited to be a part of Art Cantina!”
It takes just a few minutes to create a free or premium profile in the online ArtEdu Directory. Listing categories include individuals and organizations who teach art (art teachers, mentors, art therapists, workshop organizers, art schools, art centers, non-profits), places that host art instruction (art galleries, art studios, community venues and more) as well as makers and distributors of art tools and supplies, how-to magazines and books.
Also available: Learn-The-Arts Calendar of Events is the place to promote upcoming art workshops, tours, on-going classes and all art-education events with specific dates.
ArtCantina.com is the brainchild of two entrepreneurs who met while volunteering at a fundraising art auction in Colorado. They share a passion for the visual arts and a conviction that art lessons should be much easier to find.
ArtCantina.com – Where Creativity Connects