I discovered something useful today, taking breaks or exercising never helps me but THIS does, sharing to save a life
I just found out that some pro artists that work for companies like Dreamworks etc sometimes hold their pens this or similar way so it gotta work. Recently I spent 5 days on drawing for long periods of time (we talk about min 5 hours in one go to max 12 hours long crunch) and not once did my hand bother me.
A compilation of stuff I know about drawing Asian faces and Asian culture! I feel like many “How-To-Draw” tutorials often default to European faces and are not really helpful when drawing people of other races. So I thought I’d put this together in case anyone is interested! Feel free to share this guide and shoot me questions if you have any! I’m by no means an expert, I just know a few things from drawing experience and from my own cultural background.
London-based illustrator Marija Tiurina recent personal project pairs green foods she’s found interesting and inspiring, and creating characters based on them.
In recent years, pins have gained massive popularity. Many artists are turning their designs into patches and enamel pins. Flair is giving artists a new way to sell their art as a product. If you have been wanting to make enamel pins (or another type of pin!) we made this guide for you!
There are several options for lapel pins, and some options might work better for your design than others. For pins with color, hard and soft enamel are the most popular choice. Diestruck pins have a classic and dimensional metal look. If you prefer to have your pin printed, we also have a silk screen process.
Soft enamel pins are one of the most popular choices for designers and artists. These pins have a slightly texture due to the raised metal edges. Many people enjoy the charm of a soft enamel pin because of its classic look. It’s also very affordable.
Hard enamel pins have a smooth, scratch resistant surface. They are more durable than soft enamel, but just as bright and colorful. Each pin is hand-polished and plated, giving it a smooth finish. Hard enamel is a good choice if you want to make sure your pins will last a long time!
Die Struck pins have a classic, metal look. The design is first stamped into a piece of copper, then the pins are plated and polished. The end result creates a “tone on tone” pin with an elegant look.
If your pin can’t be simplified into simple color shapes, we can also use a silk screen process for your pins! A clear epoxy dome is applied to the pin to protect it and give it a glossy shine.
Now that you have a better understanding of which pin processes are available, let’s talk about your artwork. Stadri Emblems offers free artwork set-up with every order. If you need help making clean artwork, we can assist you. Even if your drawing is just a sketch, we can make it into usable art for you. The most successful pin designs are simple, but have a strong focal point. Try to simplify very small details. Since most pins are about 1″ high, some detail can be lost on very complex designs. Try combining similar colors, enlarging text, and removing irrelevant details to keep your design simple.
When designing a pin, consider text size and placement as well as the number of colors you use. The first 4 colors on your pin are included, and extra colors are an additional charge. Keep that in mind if you want to keep your costs low.
We also offer some really cool extra options, like glow-in-the-dark, glitter, and rhinestones! Let us know what kind of pin you are envisioning and we can help make it happen. We offer many types of metal finished to compliment any design.
We also have a few options for backings. We have more, listed on our website, but these are the most common. Butterfly clutches are very common, but rubber clutches are also very popular. Spring clutches are a good choice for a very secure hold.
If you’re ready to make a pin, let us know! We also just dropped our prices! We guarantee to have the highest quality AND the lowest prices of any other US company.
A selection of photographs in which reflections in water is used as the main compositional element. In these images, the surface qualities of the water play a fundamental role in giving the composition its final effect—either acting as a perfect mirror or giving a diffuse touch. Learn more about the project, architect and photographer following the source link.
