I know we all want to take a break from our schooling during the summer, but we also don’t want to forget what we learned. Today, I want to talk about how I stay motivated during the summer in between semesters. At IUP, we get about 3 months off in between the spring and fall […]
Tips for Illustrator
Illustrator is probably my favorite Adobe program to use. I think it is very east to use and you can accomplish a lot with it. Adobe is great because you can find so much helpful information online on how to use it. If you’re a beginner with Illustrator, definitely start by playing around and getting […]
Designing with Dream Weaver
Personally, I love web design. Unfortunately that class was cut short for me due to the pandemic. I was super upset to not be able to finish learning how to code a website. The good news is, there are lots of super helpful videos and websites on the internet that can help you teach yourself […]
How Other Art Classes Help with Graphic Design. Don’t Skip Out!
Other art classes might seem unimportant and boring, but they actually help with your education as a whole. I used to have the mindset that the general art classes were a waste of my time until I started noticing myself using the things I learned. If I’m being honest, classes like sculpture and painting were […]
Lightroom vs Photoshop for Picture Editing
Do you prefer to use Lightroom or Photoshop for editing your pictures? I like to use both, but there are certain things I like about each of them. Both are Adobe products, but Lightroom is specifically for this purpose. I however am more familiar with Photoshop. Photoshop is better if you want to do very […]
Prepping for Designs: Make Sure You Have Sketches!!
Do you ever get frustrated when trying to complete a graphic design project? We’ve all been there. Follow these steps to avoid getting stressed out. Think about your ideas. Make sure to jot down notes so you don’t forget. I like to start with broad ideas and narrow it down as I have more concrete […]
Using Photoshop for Digital Painting
Do you love to draw? I do too, but doing so digitally can be frustrating sometimes. Using the right products and knowing small tricks will make it go a lot smoother. I like to use my laptop to draw because it has a touch screen along with a pen. You could also use an iPad […]
Thinking About Starting a Blog?
Are you thinking about starting a blog? I wasn’t, but it can be a fun and rewarding experience. First off, you’ll want to create a page for your blog. You can use websites like WordPress to create your page, or join other websites. Here are some of my favorites (that are all free!) : -Wix […]
Difficult Client? I Can Help!
Difficults clients- everyone has them. Dealing with them can be a struggle sometimes and can make you question your career. Let’s talk about how to deal with them in an efficient way. Many clients have specific wants when it comes to graphic design or photography work. It is best to remain calm and work out […]
3 Tips for Editing Photos in Lightroom
Having trouble editing your photos? Stay tuned for some tips on editing your photos with Adobe Lightroom. It took me a long while to get used to editing with Lightroom, but it’s a great and efficient way to edit your photos. It will take lots of practice, so don’t get frustrated. I suggest reading about […]