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Continue reading →: Paper Pumpkin Carving: From Ancient Art to Halloween CraftPaper pumpkin cutting bridges ancient artistry with modern practicality, offering families a sustainable, safe, and creative way to celebrate Halloween. Whether displayed in windows, framed as art, or hung as aerial installations, these paper creations capture all the spooky charm of traditional jack-o’-lanterns without any of the drawbacks. more…
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Continue reading →: A Month at Kiosk Art Space: Reflections on My ResidencyThis summer, I had the incredible opportunity to spend a month at Kiosk Art Space in Drogheda, working on papercut art for my upcoming book. Here’s how the experience unfolded. more…
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Continue reading →: My First Kids Animation Workshop🤯Last week, I had the joy of running my first ever animation workshop for children — and honestly, I’m still amazed. These kids (aged 6 to 11) managed to pick up in three hours what we spent three months learning during the Certificate in 2D/3D Animation. We worked completely offline… more…
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Continue reading →: Creating Wearable Art: From Memory to FabricWhen art meets purpose, something beautiful happens. Here’s the story and technique behind custom hand-painted T-shirt. more…
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Continue reading →: Publishing an Art Book + Workbook on Amazon KDP (with InDesign)You’re creating an art book that includes workbook elements. The goal is to publish it professionally for both print (via Amazon KDP) and digital formats (Kindle and/or downloadable PDF). This guide will walk you through design, formatting, file export, and publishing. more…
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Continue reading →: What about Portfolio?You’re designer and you are about to start something new — whether it’s a job, launching your own business, or teaching masterclasses. One thing is certain: you need something to show people. While it may seem like you have nothing to present, take a closer look. You likely have more… more…
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Continue reading →: Flashbacks in Graphic Novel StyleAs I started developing the scenario, it hit me: Why not do the flashbacks in a graphic novel style? This idea felt perfect for showing the emotional depth of the main character’s past, while giving the animation a unique and powerful visual look. The flashbacks will be more personal and… more…
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Continue reading →: Three YouTube Creators Who Saved My Year of Learning 3D & AnimationHow this three YouTube creators helped me tackle Blender (and feel less alone). Learning 3D and animation can feel overwhelming and lonely, especially when you’re just starting. But these three creators have each made my journey easier, inspiring me to keep pushing and showing me that I’m not alone. From… more…
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Continue reading →: Art Café in the Metaverse – A Final LookWelcome to the final reveal of the “Art Café in the Metaverse!” After experimenting with lighting, textures, and layout, the space has come together as a cozy, futuristic café for virtual gatherings. Here’s a closer look at the design choices and techniques that brought this concept to life. more…
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Continue reading →: Ambient Lighting for Soft Atmosphere Art CafeTo give the café a calm, relaxing feel, I focused on ambient lighting, which spreads a gentle light across the entire room: Directional and Point Lighting for Accents To make specific parts of the room stand out, I added some directional and point lighting. Here’s how they work together: Balancing… more…
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