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2012 Grammys Embrace Digital, Mobile and Social Media

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:39:55 +0000

The 54th Grammy Awards ceremony is only eight days away and the Recording Academy is kicking off the next phase of its digital and social campaign. Under the heading of “We Are Music” the Academy and its partners are harnessing the power of social, mobile and digital to make the… read more

Hype: A Worthy Flash Alternative?

admin — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:00:04 +0000

Hype, by developers Tumult, seems to have a rather appropriate title. There has been a great deal of talk about this web animation app since its release some months ago, and that can hardly be a surprise, given that it claims to allow the user to create “beautiful HTML5 web… read more

Is Responsive Web Design Working? Showcase of 30 Sites That Prove it Does!

admin — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:05:19 +0000

Is Responsive Web Design Working? Showcase of 30 Sites That Prove it Does!

Stephen Colbert: Support NASA Space Station Research [VIDEO]

admin — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:32:01 +0000

Stephen Colbert asked his fans to share his passion for space by donating to NASA to support its work with the International Space Station.

Colbert rallied behind NASA’s efforts to create alternative vaccines to fight diseases — including salmonella and pneumonia —… read more

15 Beautiful Flash Web Design Examples

admin — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:05:19 +0000

15 Beautiful Flash Web Design Examples

How to use checkboxes and radio buttons in Flash

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:40:33 +0000

When you are developing rich and interactive applications in flash, you need to provide the best communication between the user and the application. Flash has some very easy to implement UI components that you can use with your applications. These components will save you from the hassle of designing and… read more

Mastering Panning – Photographing Moving Subjects

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:05:51 +0000

Photo by Delineated

Previously we’ve covered the topic of shutter speed and looked at how increasing and decreasing it can have a significant impact upon the images we take – particularly if the subjects in those images are moving.

Today I’d like to take a brief look at a related topic –… read more

Cloudy Blog Layout (PSD)

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:25:19 +0000

Cloudy Blog Layout (PSD)

ADzero Smartphone Is Carved Out of a Solid Block of Bamboo [VIDEO]

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:12:07 +0000

Kieron-Scott Woodhouse was fed up with cellphones all looking alike, so he took the matter into his own hands, building his own brand of smartphone out of a solid block of organic bamboo.

The 23-year-old design student at Middlesex University… read more

Romney and Obama Go Head-to-Head in Online Donation Drives

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:49:53 +0000

Mitt Romney dropped the gloves on Barack Obama Tuesday night by launching an online-only donation drive. The goal? Collect $1 million to make Obama a “one-term president.”

“The inspiration was President Obama,” says Romney digital director Zac Moffatt. “It’s three years ago to the day that he should be held… read more

Focus on Street Photographer Eric Kim ~ In your face with a smile!

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:02:56 +0000

If you shoot street photography, you have most likely heard of California based photographer Eric Kim. He is so active in the social media and blogging world that it is virtually impossible to miss him and his big grin. Who is the person behind the Leica? I had the pleasure… read more

Colbert’s Super PAC is Back, But Who’s the Biggest Donor?

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:25:24 +0000

One video game developer is hungry to see a “Better Tomorrow, Tomorrow” as soon as possible.

Stephen Colbert’s Super PAC (Political Action Committee), “American’s for a Better Tomorrow, Tomorrow” has raised more than $1 million since its creation in June, 2011. A… read more

Sony Alpha SLT-A65 Review

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:07:13 +0000

Since my review of the Sony SLT-A77 hit the screens of many Digital Photography School visitors it’s obvious the company has pressed the right buttons for people wanting to lift their photo game.

Now we have ‘son of’ … a model similar in many respects, at a lower price, but with… read more

How To Shoot 360 Degree Panoramas While On The Road – With Audrey Scott And Daniel Noll Of Uncornered Market

admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:18:00 +0000

It’s worth your while to click on the image above to be taken to the full sized 360 view of the Shah-é-Chéragh Mosque taken by Audrey Scott and Daniel Noll of Uncornered Market.com. As DPS evolves, we’ll be adding in the ability to see these immersion style Shockwave files on… read more

Best of Tuts+ in January 2012

admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:00:55 +0000

Each month, we bring together a selection of the best tutorials and articles from across the whole Tuts+ network. Whether you’d like to read the top posts from your favourite site, or would like to start learning something completely new, this is the best place to start!

Psdtuts+ — Photoshop Tutorials

Create… read more

What’s So Great about Digital Photography?

admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:19:07 +0000

Before digital cameras, the only way to get a digital image was to take a picture with a film camera, get the film developed, then have the photographic print or slide digitized using a scanner.

Digital cameras eliminate the time needed for developing and scanning. When you own a digital camera,… read more

20+ HTML5 Web Apps For Those On a Deadline

admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:05:19 +0000

20+ HTML5 Web Apps For Those On a Deadline

40+ Tips to Get the Most Out of Web Apps

admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:00:01 +0000

There’s so many things you can do from your browser, you could get by quite nicely without any other native apps. The internet is full of amazing web apps, ranging from powerful tools for enterprises to little tools that do one thing great.

While the web apps and sites we love… read more

Silhouette Photography Technique

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:50:05 +0000

A great photograph is no different than any other work of art, in that it should elicit emotion and engage viewers. One of my favorite ways to engage the viewer of a photograph and encourage them to interpret the image is by utilizing silhouettes.

Silhouettes Engage Viewers

The reason silhouettes are so… read more

50+ Creative Examples of Websites Designed With HTML5

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:23:53 +0000

The web is constantly evolving. New and creative websites are being created every day, pushing the limitations of HTML in every direction. HTML4 has been around for nearly a decade and now its time to move forward. To give authors more flexibility and interoperability, HTML5 is proposed as the next… read more

Help Wanted: Websites For Finding Design And Programming Jobs

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:00:55 +0000

There are a lot of advantages to freelancing. You will have more flexibility over the hours you work, you won’t have to commute to work any more and best of all, you are your own boss. It can be hard work landing a job. Not to mention making sure a… read more

Turn Your Facebook Timeline Into a Movie

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:58:02 +0000

A browser tool launched Monday transforms content from your Facebook Timeline into a fast-paced movie.

In what will surely incite a roller coaster of flashbacks, Timeline Movie Maker from marketing agency Definition 6 lets you become a filmmaker with the click of a button. Definition 6 collaborated with Facebook.

After Movie Maker… read more

Panasonic DMC-GF3 Review

admin — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:31:16 +0000

If this is the way it’s going, I’m all for it: smaller, interchangeable lens cameras, with decently-sized sensors and sophisticated image processing internals.

Panasonic and Sony seem to be waging the war with their Micro Four Thirds models and this is another missile hurled at (IMHO) the oversize DSLRS, with or… read more

A “Happy Snap” Lightroom Workflow

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:42:47 +0000

At Halloween last year I was asked to photograph some kids I’ve shot from time to time since they were born. Basically their mum likes to have some up to date photos of the kids and Halloween seemed like as good a time as any to get some shots.

When… read more

30 Awesome Typography Designs

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:45:19 +0000

30 Awesome Typography Designs

Flashpoint Demo Day a Glimpse of How Entrepreneurs’ Dreams Come True

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:19:57 +0000

A gathering of entrepreneurs in the Bay Area on Thursday offered a window into how ambitious techies’ visions become reality. It started with a presentation from a go-getter named Adam Ghetti.

Dressed casually in a dark tee-shirt, Ghetti stepped to the front a conference room at the Silicon Valley venture… read more

Collaborate On Multimedia Slideshows With Tumblecloud

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:25:33 +0000

The Spark of Genius Series highlights a unique feature of startups and is made possible by Microsoft BizSpark. If you would like to have your startup considered for inclusion, please see the details here.

Name: Tumblecloud

Quick Pitch: Tumblecloud is a collaborative space for creating multimedia slideshows.

Genius Idea: Drag-and-drop collaboration.

The audio, video… read more

50 Cent Bets Nude Twitter Shot on Giants Winning Super Bowl [UPDATED]

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:32:47 +0000

The artist formerly known as Curtis Jackson may soon pull a Weiner and flash his johnson for all his followers to see.

Rapper 50 Cent has broadcast some reckless NFL bets on Twitter this week and is upping the ante for Super Bowl XLVI.

He claims to have won $500,000… read more

Is the Neo Geo About to Return as a Slick iPhone-Like Device? [VIDEO]

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:19:42 +0000

The Neo Geo is said to be making a comeback with a flashy hand-held gaming device resembling an iPhone.

Neo Geo who? Don’t feel bad if you haven’t heard of the over-priced hand-held gaming device that flashed through the late-’90s — many haven’t…. read more

10 Sources for Stock Photos

admin — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:08:04 +0000

More often than not I find myself meeting with a prospective client and telling them one of the biggest keys to designing a stunning website are the images that you use. You can have the most elaborate interface, with parallax scrolling, fluid and responsive resizing capabilities, and the best color… read more

Does That Little Flip Up Diffuser Actually Help?

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:02:00 +0000

One question I receive in my workshops for beginners is about flashes. Particularly “What the heck is this for?”

And, “Does it actually do anything?”

Not all flashes have these two items that cover the flash head and pull straight out, but if yours does and you’ve always wondered, here is your… read more

5 Essential YouTube Channels for Gamers

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:14:07 +0000

Sure, on YouTube, you’ve got your IGN and G4 videos that keep you updated with the latest in gaming news and technological eye candy. But what about the deep cuts lurking within the rest of the gaming section? The platform is full of speed runs, time trials, reviews and play-throughs… read more

Perfect Portrait 1

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:14:10 +0000

Better Portraits in Less Time

Perfect Portrait 1 is a huge timesaver for portrait photographers. It automatically identifies faces and features, and with a press of a button, eyes become whiter and clearer, teeth become whiter, lips have greater definition, wrinkles are softened, and shine and blemishes are reduced. In… read more

6 Ways the Media Is Using Digital Tools to Cover the Election

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:51:22 +0000

Politicians have been deploying digital tools in new and innovative ways this election season, and the media outlets and journalists covering them have been doing the same. Throughout the 2012 battle for the White House, media outlets have been designing web apps dedicated to political coverage, while individual journalists have… read more

Sony NEX-7 Review

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:08:12 +0000

This is a big gun in a small package. Considering the sensor has been ported from the A65 and A77 you would expect a fairly zinging performance and you’re not wrong!

The interchangeable lens, magnesium alloy bodied NEX-7 would also seem to gain from the absence of a partially-silvered mirror in… read more

Flashes in the Dark: Low light Photography

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:59:52 +0000

Photographers put a lot of focus and emphasis on the lighting for their pictures. After all, lighting is a powerful instrument in setting the overall tone and feel of the piece. Even when there is very little light to work with. In fact, it is in these situations that the… read more

Shooting at Shadows: The Secrets to Great Silhouettes

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:46:54 +0000

This is a guest post by Phil Hill, a travel photographer from the UK based in Australia. You can see more of Phil’s great work at his travel photography blog or follow him on Facebook or Twitter.

I was going through my archive the other day, organizing some latest images for… read more

How to Use a Variable Neutral Density Filter for Better Portrait Photography

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:00:16 +0000

This is a guest post by Doug Pruden – a portrait photographer from Calgary. Check out his great photography blog for more tips.

The filter that I have come to appreciate more as time passes is the neutral density filter, or, more specifically, the variable neutral density filter. This puppy can… read more

Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman Team up to Fight Famine

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:43:40 +0000

Batman, Superman and the rest of the Justice League of America are about to start fighting the famine in the Horn of Africa as part of We Can Be Heroes, a massive effort by DC Entertainment, Time Warner and three key NGOs to provide food and nourishment to those in… read more

The Ultimate, Expandable Expedition Camera Backpack: f-stop Satori [REVIEW]

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:34:49 +0000

My history of cameras and backpacks goes back a couple of decades to my first year out of high school. It was then that I fell in love with hiking and camping outdoors and the obvious choice to bring along a camera to capture some of that beauty on film…. read more

Free Web UI Elements PSD Packs

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 01:25:19 +0000

Free Web UI Elements PSD Packs

Our favorite tweets of the week Jan 16-Jan 22, 2012

admin — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:58:42 +0000

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Top Freelance Jobs from Job Board – Week 3, January

admin — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:40:42 +0000

Looking for a new client? The FreelanceSwitch job board is a great resource of freelance gigs and opportunities. These opportunities are in various fields, from development to writing to design, and come from a wide range of potential clients. The job board is hand-moderated by dedicated staff and volunteers… read more

How to Take Good Sports Photographs

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:12:13 +0000

Shooting sports pictures can be very exciting and fulfilling experience, provided you have patience and necessary skills. A fundamental knowledge of the game definitely helps in sports photography.

Browse a lot of sports magazines or photography websites to get an idea and feel of the game.

Things Which are Important
Camera

Camera can be… read more

What else does HTML5 need to defeat flash? (Part 2)

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:41:25 +0000

Advertise here with BSA

In part 1 of this article, we analyzed the technical problems facing HTML5. In part 2, we’re going to discuss the problems facing HTML5 commercially.

Unity:

Microsoft, Google and Apple are clearky the 3 giants of the industry at the moment, and it’s really hard to unify… read more

Mac 101: Part One, Meet The Mac

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:00:18 +0000

Welcome to part one of Mac 101, a series of articles helping you get to grips with everything you need to know about using a Mac. In due time we’re going to cover pretty much everything you need to know, but naturally this opening piece will focus on the very… read more

Meme Machine: Ron Swanson Fords the Oregon Trail on an Eel

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:34:12 +0000

The Mashable Meme Machine is a daily look at five hilarious viral topics spreading across the web right now.

It’s been a long, dark week on the Internet, but humor cures all. The daily Meme Machine continues to churn out hilarious topics to help you feel better.

Today’s hot topics include a… read more

5 Things Publishers Need to Know About HTML5

admin — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:34:37 +0000

Pam Horan is the president of the Online Publishers Association, a not-for-profit trade organization that represents high-quality online publishers.

Last November, Adobe announced its decision to halt Flash development for mobile browsers, chipsets and operating systems.

Instead, the company plans to develop on the open HTML5 platform. While the announcement may seem… read more

Review of FLASHized, XHTMLized and Dave Rosen: My Terrible Experience

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:37:16 +0000

I hired a company called FLASHized to code a website for me and they completely screwed me over.

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What else does HTML5 need to defeat flash? (Part 1)

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:21:40 +0000

Advertise here with BSA

Nowadays, HTML5 is like a shining star in the webs sky. However, is HTML5 ready to take the overall crown? From 2 aspects, we are going to discuss what else HTML5 needs to defeat Flash.

Technically:

First of all, I’d like to emphasize that HTML5 and Flash… read more

An Introduction to Concrete5 CMS — Part I

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:59:31 +0000

When we talk of CMS, the options are plenty. For a start, we can opt for some of the biggest names in the game – WordPress, Drupal or Joomla! However, in this article, we shall take a look at one of the fastest growing and light-weight CMS, that is, Concrete5…. read more

How to make a panning website in Flash

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 04:37:35 +0000

You might have seen a lot of panning websites in Flash. In these sites if you click on a link, the page automatically scrolls to that content. This effect looks great and is better than just plain old webpages. But believe it or not this effect is extremely easy to… read more

Hey Zuckerberg, Take Facebook Down for a Day

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:41:31 +0000

So now we know how Mark Zuckerberg feels about SOPA. The Facebook founder made his opposition to the “poorly thought out law” clear — a little belatedly, perhaps, but plainly — in a post on the social network Wednesday. The post is blowing up: it has 250,000 Likes at time… read more

20 Stunning Flash Portfolio Websites Design for Inspiration

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:45:19 +0000

20 Stunning Flash Portfolio Websites Design for Inspiration

Meet the Developer: Avichal Garg of Spool

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:00:45 +0000

The very first review that I wrote for Web.AppStorm was of Spool, an up-and-coming service now in public beta that allows you to save articles, videos, photo galleries, and just about anything else, so you can look at them when you have the time to properly enjoy it. I was… read more

One.Page.Go! Design a 1-Page Site with IM Creator and Win BOSE Headphones!

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:50:52 +0000

We here at You The Designer are happy to announce the first contest on the blog for 2012!

IM Creator, a new HTML website builder, is holding a one-page design competition.

Design a one-page site on IM Creator choosing one of their templates or… read more

GoDox Lighting Kit, Just the ticket! [Review]

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:54:42 +0000

I’ve got a little secret… I’m pretty rubbish at ‘off camera flash’ but you know the best thing, it’s easy to suck at something and not worry so much if you have the desire to learn how to get better.

Flash Lighting and Accessories by GoDox from Elemental

With digital photography, it’s… read more

Resolution Independence With SVG

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 19:35:00 +0000

In this article, we’ll look at Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG), one of the most underused technologies in website development today.

Before diving into an example, let’s consider the state of the Web at present and where it is going. Website design has found new vigor in recent years, with the evolving technique… read more

ThinkTank Shape Shifter Review

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:51:39 +0000

I’ve come to a grim realization recently and that is: There is no perfect camera backpack out there. And while that sounds like a bad way to start off a review, let me follow up my last statement with this one: The Shape Shifter is as close as I have… read more

Creative Resumes That Put Yours To Shame

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 04:45:19 +0000

Creative Resumes That Put Yours To Shame

Creative Use of Typography in Print Ads

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:09:58 +0000

Advertise here with BSA

When it comes to advertising, what’s being said can be a bit less important than how it’s said. In no case is this more true than in the case of typography based advertisements, which are common in print advertising and gaining popularity even in television… read more

30+ Fantastic Adobe Flash Navigation & Menu Tutorials

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:05:19 +0000

30+ Fantastic Adobe Flash Navigation & Menu Tutorials

The Photography Junky’s Weekly Link Collection

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:38:25 +0000

The Toad has been searching the internet all week for the very best tutorials, great photography and interesting blogs to share with everyone here. This weeks list contains some really wonderful images as captured and shared by some of the most talented artists and photographers the Toad knows. We really… read more

SlideMyPics: Create and Share Photo Slideshows for Free

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:00:14 +0000

Slideshows are a great way to showcase images on digital displays. Whether it’s a collection of old family photos, snapshots from my last vacation, or even my portfolio of professional photography, I always try to put together a picture slideshow for my audience.When the images advance in sequence by themselves,… read more

Quick Tip: How to Create a Cartoon Style Big Bang Explosion

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:00:49 +0000

Let’s blow things up with a nice big boom in this this Quick Tip. Circles, triangles and a star shape create a bright explosion. This is a step-by-step tutorial for beginners. The icons from the inkscape toolbar are added to the images to make it easier to find … read more

Announcement: Winners of Christmas & New Year Special Giveaway

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:07:54 +0000

Few week ago, we created a contest at instantShift called Christmas & New Year Special Giveaway had announced the giveaway of some of the most famous hardware and design related prizes worth Over $20,000.

We’ve got more than 600 response comments. After voiding spam and non-legit comments we have left with… read more

10 excellent SEO plug-ins for every blog

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:11:22 +0000

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5 Tips To Transform Your Photography With Long Exposures

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:40:06 +0000

Employing long exposure photography techniques is a great way to create an image that makes others go “Wow!”. If you’re unfamiliar with long exposure photography the major ingredient needed is low light conditions, which will require your camera to expose for longer periods of time. In fact it’s even possible… read more

Photographic Levitation – The Prop Method

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:28:30 +0000

Remember this article? Here’s one of the follow-ups! Today, I’m going to show you how to use props to aid you in your flying ambition.

What you will need:

A camera
A tripod
A prop to sit/stand/recline on

Optional:

Trigger release
Flash (entirely up to you)
Other props to add to the look of the photo

So what can… read more

Flash Guide Layer Tutorial

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:24:12 +0000

When it comes to animation, nothing beats Flash. Flash has an arsenal of powerful tools that help to make animations easily. If you have done some animation in flash then you know that frame by frame animation gets a little hectic sometimes. There is tweening ; but it is only… read more

Everything You Need to Know About Travel Photography

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:27:44 +0000

Travel photography is inspirational and exciting by its very nature. The prime goal of travel photography is satisfaction and enjoyment one can get out of it.

For any worthwhile photography, a deliberate and conscious choice is a must. This choice can be of the right film, right shutter speed, right depth… read more

Canon PowerShot G1X Announced

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:13:36 +0000

Another new camera announced today comes from Canon – the Powershot G1X. This camera too comes with a larger CMOS sensor – however unlike many other cameras with larger sensors is an all in one camera with no interchangeable lenses.

Canon are billing it as an alliterative to a DSLR… read more

Fuji Release the Fujifilm X-Pro1

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:47:29 +0000

One of the fastest growing segments of the digital camera market is the smaller bodied interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras that have been released by many manufacturers in the last 12 or so months. Filling the gap between DSLRs and compact point and shoots – these cameras give the flexibility of… read more

13 Tips for Increasing Your Company’s Google Rank

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:33:44 +0000

Scott Gerber is the founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council, a nonprofit organization that promotes youth entrepreneurship as a solution to unemployment and underemployment. The YEC provides young entrepreneurs with access to tools, mentorship, and resources that support each stage of a business’s development and growth.

It goes without saying… read more

Focus on Mattijn Franssen ~ An Introduction to his Fictional Universe

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:04:26 +0000

I recently discovered the work of Dutch artist Mattijn Franssen. I must admit, I did a double take on his amazing photomontage work. Photomontage is the technique of making a composite of several different pictures with a photo editing software. It is commonly used by Photoshop users but few people… read more

Why a Web designer Should not Ignore the Importance of HTML5 in Designing

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:44:47 +0000

Image courtesy of Fotolia

The answer to the question; why a web designer should not ignore the importance of HTML5 in designing is actually very simple. HTML5 is the language of the future when it comes to web designing. Move over Flash, HTML5 is here. But why is this language being… read more

MacJournal: Much More Than a Digital Diary

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:58 +0000

A journal is a great tool for keeping track of daily happenings and the start of a new year is a great time to begin your new journal. Whether you are tracking progress toward achieving those resolutions you’ve just made, chronicling the important milestones in your life, or simply creating… read more

AR.Drone 2.0: Now This Toy Is Serious Fun [VIDEO]

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:02:02 +0000

ARDrone 2 Indoor Mode Left View

Click here to view this gallery.

LAS VEGAS: AR.Drone was a fun, albeit… read more

Photographing The 4th Dimension – TIME [ebook REVIEW]

admin — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 20:29:21 +0000

I have high hopes for Jim Goldstein’s new ebook series titled Inspired Exposure and the first offering Photographing The 4th Dimension: Time is the subject of this review. Some of you may know Jim from his writing here on DPS or from his ever popular blog. While I know Jim… read more

Best of the Week #204

admin — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 10:51:32 +0000

It’s time for our best news of this week. We have a lot of graphic and web design, a bit of architecture, ads, tech news, awesome reads and other crazy stuff! So take a look at the links we’ve selected for your inspiration and to keep you updated about what’s… read more

How to Find the Right Digital Training Tool for Your Company

admin — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 08:35:26 +0000

Peter Bray is the chief marketing officer of Trivantis, a provider of innovative e-learning software, including Snap! by Lectora PowerPoint to Flash software and Snap! Empower Flash interactions builder. Free trials of both solutions can be found at SnapbyLectora.com.

Corporate training helps to strengthen a business by focusing on one of… read more

10 OMG Cool Athlete Websites

admin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:36:35 +0000

I have always appreciated an athlete who has their own website. Especially now days when they could call it good with a Facebook fan page, or really go above and beyond with a Twitter account. Some athlete’s are active members of charity organizations, or have their own product line, and… read more

Open Vim: Learn to Use Vim, Online, the Easy Way

admin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 20:00:40 +0000

The web is a brilliant place for learning new things and finding out information on any topic you wish. If you want to learn something you merely have to search for it online and you’ll more than likely find a guide on how to do it, within seconds, never mind… read more

Nikon D4 to blow our minds?

admin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:17:31 +0000

Jared Polin from FroKnowsPhoto.com has just handed me this press release from Nikon on their new D4! Which he says is pure awesome.

Sniff test it? Yes he did… Watch the video below for Jared’s reaction to the newly announced Nikon D4

Potentially available end of Feb 2012 and coming in at… read more

Create a Full Page Background Image with CSS3

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:45:17 +0000

The other day we looked at 10 Awesome Websites With Full Screen Background Images. At the beginning of the article I had mentioned that there were a few ways of approaching this effect, some developers prefer to do it with jQuery, some with CSS, and others with Flash. In this… read more

Roku Streaming Stick Aims to Make Dumb TVs “Smart”

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 06:38:14 +0000

Streaming media player company Roku just announced the new Roku Streaming Stick that will turn compatible TV sets into robust Internet-connected devices.

The Roku Streaming Stick packs the power of a Roku player into something about the size of a USB flash drive. It plugs into the HDMI port on your… read more

U.S. Customs Denies iPad Passport Scan Got Canadian Across Border

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:33:56 +0000

You may have read about a Canadian man who got into the U.S.A. with no passport and only a scan of it on his iPad to show that he had one. After reviewing the situation for a few minutes, the border guard let him through and wished the man happy… read more

Best of AppStorm in December

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:31 +0000

We’ve collected the top four reviews, roundups and how-to articles from across the AppStorm network in February. Whether you’re interested in Mac, iPhone, Web, or Android apps, there’s bound to be something you didn’t spot over the course of the month. Now would be a good time to explore a… read more

Coolest Apps From 2011 You Would Never Want To Miss In 2012

admin — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:46:25 +0000

The year 2011 has ended. We have explored and reviewed so many useful tools and resources for you all the year. Today, we are going to take a look on few of the web apps we have featured that we think you would like bookmark for 2012. I hope designers,… read more

Share Your Presentations With SpeakerDeck

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:00:33 +0000

Enterprise software market is a lucrative cash cow. Once you get the professional types start using your apps, you are probably set for life. They don’t usually change their course midway and are accustomed to familiarity. But when it comes to presentations, office dwellers always look for ways to make… read more

10 Awesome Websites With Full Screen Background Images

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:22:14 +0000

10 Awesome Websites With Full Screen Background Images

When it comes to web design my tastes walk on a very thin line. I like simplicity and visual stimulation, which is a very difficult balance to pull off. However, one of the easiest ways to do so is by featuring a full… read more

Is the traditional business card dead?

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:59:08 +0000

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Taking Super Mario Brothers to Flash

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:05:40 +0000

All of the talk in the video game world either revolves around Skyrim, Call of Duty; Modern Warfare 3, or motion activated technology like the XBOX Kinect. We have become too immersed in massive worlds, online multi-player gaming, and advanced technology to realize that the games we play aren’t as… read more

The Perfect Office #120

admin — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 22:30:14 +0000

We’ve seen some great gadgets and equipment for designers. So many cool stuff, that we could actually assemble infinite perfect office spaces! Every week we’ll assemble a perfect office, and we’d like you to help us. What equipment would the perfect office have?

Not only gadgets and equipment, but also furniture,… read more

Rockstar Icon Designer eBook + Introduction to DSLR Photography Course

admin — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 21:46:43 +0000

We’re excited to announce that Tuts+ Premium members now have access to a new Rockable eBook and in-depth video course on DSLR Photography as part of their membership. The eBook is Rockstar Icon Designer (usually $24 USD), and the course is Introduction to DSLR Photography with professional photographer Kim Bultsma…. read more

2011′s Biggest Winners and Losers in Ecommerce

admin — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 22:29:01 +0000

In-demand products, unparalleled site design and usability, competitive search engine marketing, continuous innovative, exciting holiday specials — these are just some of the variables that make up a successful ecommerce business.

On the other hand, some of the top pitfalls for Internet retailers include lousy service, uninventive products, confusing corporate messaging… read more

Ask FreelanceSwitch: Hiring a Sales Person and Starting Out

admin — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 22:00:55 +0000

In this issue of Ask FreelanceSwitch, we look at hiring a sales person and getting started as a freelancer. Ask FreelanceSwitch is a regular column here that allows us to help beginners get a grip on freelancing. If you have a question about freelancing that you want answered, send… read more

Interview with Zach Klein, Designer of Vimeo.com

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:00:31 +0000

Zach Klein is a designer and entrepreneur living in New York, NY. He is the brains behind the beautiful design of Vimeo and one of the brains behind CollegeHumor. Zach was kind enough to answer just a few questions about his work at Vimeo. Be sure to check him… read more

How To Make Your Flash Design Work With ANY Resolution

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:49:50 +0000

One of the biggest problems that web designers face is to select a screen resolution for their style. Those days are gone when there were only two resolutions 800×600 and 1024×768. Today there are millions of devices with different screen resolutions which are used to browse the internet. In this… read more

Ultralingua: A Comprehensive Bilingual Dictionary

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:00:17 +0000

Many of us have had to learn a foreign language at some point, whether it was in school, in preparation for travel, or out of personal interest. We all know that learning a new language can feel like a never-ending process of skimming dictionaries and memorizing vocabulary, and without the… read more

The Importance of Link Building

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:58:09 +0000

Link building is the process of getting other websites to link to your website to promote popularity and other benefits throughout the online world. Link building is one of the core tasks of SEO. It not only helps promote popularity among users, but also contributes to the website’s ranking in… read more

Jewelry Site Plukka Turns Group Buying On Its Head

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 09:39:29 +0000

Name: Plukka

Quick Pitch: Social shopping with a group buying twist — more jewelry buyers means a lower… read more

Design Tips for Building Magazine-Style WordPress Themes

admin — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:38:33 +0000

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The move from physical to digital magazine content is an exciting process. Over just the past few years we have witnessed thousands of new brands and templates begin to surface. Magazine editors have wisely chosen the Internet as a medium to share their news stories.

This… read more

How 9 Retailers Successfully Leveraged Game Mechanics

admin — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 04:36:26 +0000

Macala Wright is the publisher of FashionablyMarketing.Me, one of the leading fashion and retail industry business websites. She is a retail consultant and business strategist who specializes in marketing consulting for fashion, luxury and lifestyle brands. You can follower her on Twitter at @InsideFMM or @Macala.

Social games have begun to… read more

Get Inspired Here: Our Most Popular Image Collections of 2011

admin — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:50:12 +0000

Today we continue our ‘dPS’s Best of 2011 series‘ by taking a look at some of the most beautiful image collections that we published this year.

These are all about highlighting some beautiful shots with the hope that they’ll inspire you to go shoot some of your own – enjoy!

Dreamy Images… read more

50 Interesting Navigation Menus

admin — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:00:53 +0000

Navigation menus are a very important part of every website design. First and foremost, they help direct visitors to the main areas of your website, regardless of what page they are viewing on your website. They also point search engine robots in the right direction (though some flashy navigation menus… read more

YouTube’s Best Christmas Videos

admin — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 23:54:51 +0000

Dancing With An iPod In Public – Christmas Edition

Best of the Week #202

admin — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 09:30:19 +0000

7 Fun Flash Games For Inspiration

admin — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:41:13 +0000

One of the best areas of flash is the online games. Their popularity lies in the fact that you can go online any time and start playing a game. There is a huge variety of flash games out there. I have chosen 7 flash games that stand out from the… read more

Freebie: Flash Video Player

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 04:05:19 +0000

Freebie: Flash Video Player

Ask Dave Podcast: Change the Color of an Area without Making a Selection

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:31:40 +0000

Ask Dave is a weekly podcast from Photoshop Guy, Dave Cross. In his videos, Dave answers viewer questions about Photoshop tools, actions, settings, etc. Check out the entire series on KelbyTV or subscribe to the feed.

In this episode Dave shows users how to change the color of an area using… read more

Christmas & New Year Special Giveaway: Prizes Worth Over $20,000

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:34:15 +0000

The end of this year is almost coming and Christmas is already on our doorsteps. It’s never too late to hang your stockings, keep milk and cookies and wait for Santa to drop in at your home with lots of gifts and Christmas cheer. It’s time for Santa’s gifts, for… read more

New Expedition 30 Crew Members Launch to Station [VIDEO]

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:40:12 +0000

Three new Expedition 30 crew members began their journey to the International Space Station on Wednesday, according to NASA. The video above shows flight engineers Don Pettit, Oleg Kononenko and Andre Kuipers blasting off into space from the Baikonur Cosmodrome space launch facility in Kazakhstan.

It’s called Expedition 30… read more

Create Online Community Platforms Easily With Hoop.la

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:00:36 +0000

Community platforms are a great invention. Think of them as mini social networks where people can share information, comment on posts and connect to each other. Of course, we’ve already got sites such as Facebook and MySpace which will already do that for you but say you want a private… read more

Nikon Coolpix S8200 Review

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 01:09:13 +0000

]This camera seems to tick quite a few boxes: the CMOS sensor captures an effective 16.1 million pixels; the Nikkor lens has a 14x range, equating to 25-350mm in a 35 SLR lens; it’s very compact and pocketable, at only 33mm depth with lens withdrawn.

The maximum image size is 4608×3456… read more

Best Adobe Illustrator Character Tutorials

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:25:19 +0000

Best Adobe Illustrator Character Tutorials

Sony NEX-5N Review

admin — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:42:55 +0000

They’re all looking pretty much of a muchness. Peas in a pod. Hard to tell one from the other: mirrorless, interchangeable lens cameras.

Sony’s NEX approach broke from cover soon after Olympus and Sony had got going with their Micro Four Thirds models. It soon achieved some notice and not a… read more

Best Android Apps Useful for Web Designers

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:42:01 +0000

It is mesmerizing to see such high end developments in the field of technology. Perhaps one of the most scintillating advancements has taken place in the field of web services for mobile phones. Earlier it was considered as a luxury to own mobile phones and now even the young adolescents… read more

How to Capture Cool Photos of People Dancing

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:39:21 +0000

Taking photos of people dancing at a party can be a lot of fun.

Because you’re working with a still medium, often the ways you use to get motion into the photo are crucial in setting your photos apart from the rest.

Most parties end late, so the dancing doesn’t happen until… read more

25 Fabulous Image Sharing and Portfolio Apps

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 06:00:46 +0000

I have got a few gigabytes of photos lying around in my harddisk. Thanks to digital cameras and smartphones, now everyone has got a load of them too. Stashing them away in an external hard disks or DVDs doesn’t actually serve the purpose. Uploading them to one of the many… read more

10 Great Gifts For Photographers Under $20

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:34:54 +0000

It’s that time of year again – the time when most of us photographers find friends, family, and co-workers asking us what photo related gifts we’d like to receive. As much as we’d love to say, “Oh I wouldn’t mind a EOS-1D X or a Nikon D700,” the cold, hard… read more

22 Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas for Freelancers

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:00:32 +0000

Santa will be going down the chimney soon. We’re running out of time to give those perfect gifts to freelancers. Shipping will only get more expensive as we get closer to the big present opening morning. The clock is ticking and the days are running down. There are plenty… read more

16 Digital Photography Tips for Christmas

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:01:03 +0000

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It’s just a few days until Christmas so I thought a quick tutorial on the topic of Christmas Photography might be appropriate. Hopefully this will give you some good Christmas photo ideas.

Here are 16 Christmas Photography tips and ideas to try that come to… read more

How to Make Your Website More Accessible

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:51:19 +0000

Constant improvement is imperative to a world of progress, including the web world. Designing an effective website requires a lot of techniques, skills and testing. Testing determines the usability of the website, which ties into accessibility. Thus, one of the most important things to consider when creating a website is… read more

Page Layers: Turn a Website Into a Layered Photoshop Document

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:00:47 +0000

There is no shortage of screenshot apps for Macs. Whether you want something with a ton of functionality like LittleSnapper, something sweet and simple like Screeny or something free and fun like Skitch, Mac developers have you covered and have for years.

However, every screenshot app that I’ve ever used shares… read more

Untangling the CSS3 :not Selector

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 06:39:33 +0000

The CSS3 :not selector may not be as flashy nor widely known as animations or media queries, but this simple pseudo-class packs a punch and is easy to use. Before we dig in, I’d like to point out (no pun intended) the excellent CSS reference section on the SitePoint… read more

Olympus Pen Mini E-PM1 REVIEW

admin — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 20:38:53 +0000

Cute as pie. Cheap as chips. Well, on the latter count: nearly.

I’m still figuring out why Olympus has launched virtually the same camera in three different guises that this Micro Four Thirds system gear encloses. Beats me!
Look around the DPS site and you’ll see my recent views of the… read more

We have 3 Lifetime Subscriptions (worth $95 each per year!) for IM Creator to giveaway

admin — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:54:14 +0000

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This week’s giveaway is from a new and exciting online website builder, IM Creator. They are giving away 3 Lifetime Subscriptions (worth $95 each per year!) for you to create your new website.

All you have to do is to leave a comment below and tweet… read more

Why Your Business Needs a Mobile Website Right Now

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:31:29 +0000

The Digital Marketing Series is supported by HubSpot, an inbound marketing software company based in Cambridge, MA, that makes a full platform of marketing software, including lead generation tools.

First, the good news: If you have a website, then you have a site that can be accessed by any mobile device… read more

5 Great Gifts for Photographers: 10% Off Today Only

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:22:16 +0000

It’s time for Deal #4 in the dPS 12 Days of Christmas and today we’re taking a little break from ‘teaching’ resources and we’ve got three physical products for you to choose from – each coming to you from our good friends at Photojojo.

With the coupon code below each one… read more

Nightscapes: Photographing the City at Night

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:01:47 +0000

By Joseph Eckert

The idea of taking photographs at night can be counterintuitive to the novice photographer. After all, photography is an art, a craft, a technology that is wholly built on light. Film or digital, it doesn’t matter: we need light to make a photograph—it is as simple as that.

Night,… read more

10 Rules to Follow for Popups and Modal Windows

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:05:26 +0000

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Skillfully used popups or unclicked modal windows are among the best ways to attract newsletter subscribers, to sell affiliate products, and to generally get your message noticed. The problem with them is that they are at times far too obtrusive and users do hate it… read more

Nine Excellent (Yet Free) Online Word Cloud Generators

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:49:29 +0000

There are many online word cloud generator out there for web users, but getting by free and good ones is not that easy. That is why I am sharing Nine Excellent (Yet Free) Online Word Cloud Generators. Read each entry in the list and see which one suits your needs… read more

Ask Dave Podcast: Have You Made a Good Selection?

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 22:46:03 +0000

In this episode Dave shows users how to tell if they have made a good… read more

Our 50 Favorite Web Developers Resources and Tools from 2011

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:40:58 +0000

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As a developer, anything that can save you just a little bit of time is well worth its weight in gold. If you agree with that statement, you will love this. What we have for you is our selection of the best, the most useful… read more

Little Inflatable Bag Brings Affordable Light to Disaster Relief

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:16:27 +0000

After the 2010 Haiti earthquake, Columbia University architecture students Anna Stork and Andrea Sreshta got an assignment to create something that might be helpful in aiding the stricken country.

They tore up inflatable toys, melted plastic and experimented with solar… read more

Nokia and T-Mobile Are Bringing the Lumia 710 to the U.S.

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:02:06 +0000

Nokia is partnering with T-Mobile to bring its entry-level Lumia 710 Windows Phone to the United States this January.

The Lumia 710, which shouldn’t be confused with the more eye-turning, high-end Lumia 800, will be available from T-Mobile on Jan. 11, 2012. Like the Samsung Focus Flash (which is available on… read more

Why You Will Probably Want to Get a Prime Lens

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:44:49 +0000

For most people, the initial foray into getting serious about photography involves getting a lower end “prosumer” DSLR camera with a kit lens. The images produced by such a setup can be extremely good and there is nothing wrong with sticking with that gear. Some photographers, however, might start to… read more

LowePro Pro Roller Attaché X-50 Review

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:42:38 +0000

Introduction

The LowPro Pro Roller x-50 Attaché is something different in a market of photo bags. It attempts to be a hybrid, mixing camera bag with clothes bag. Personally I have been searching for a bag that can handle a subset of all my photo gear and clothes for a weekend… read more

40 Fantastic Movie Related Websites

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:00:40 +0000

The internet is a popular place for movie fans. It’s a place where you can read the latest reviews, watch trailers of upcoming films and argue plotlines with other film buffs. Big movie studios are vastly aware of how important the internet is to marketing their new films, and as… read more

10 tips and resources for creating a stunning web presentation

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:09:59 +0000

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Weekly Design News – Resources, Tutorials and Freebies (N.115)

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:50:31 +0000

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This is our weekly column were we share our favorite design related articles, resources and cool tidbits from the past week. Enjoy :)
If you would like to receive our daily updates and kepp up to date with the latest and greatest articles and… read more

Our favorite tweets of the week Dec 5-Dec 11, 2011

admin — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 15:20:57 +0000

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Why Apple Is Winning the Mobile Video Format War … For Now

admin — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 05:16:21 +0000

Jeroen Wijering is the creator of the incredibly successful JW Player, which has generated millions of downloads since its release in 2005. In 2007 he co-founded LongTail Video, focusing on a full-fledged online video platform that includes encoding, delivery, syndication and advertising.

The mobile video space has begun to consolidate. In… read more

What It Takes to Build a Thriving Design Business on the Web

admin — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:52:35 +0000

The Leaders in Design Series is supported by Volvo.

Jesse Thomas founded the creative agency JESS3 as a student in 2007. In a few short years, he managed to climb an impressive entrepreneurial ladder. The company has completed projects for Facebook, Google and NIKEiD, among dozens of other… read more

DIY Lighting: Photography Challenge

admin — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:45:06 +0000

Lit by Computer – Image by Martin Gommel

This week’s photography challenge is a little different – we’re not telling you what to photograph, but we’re challenging you to light your shot with some kind of lighting gear that is not designed for photographic lighting.

Your challenge is to take and share… read more

See The Extraordinary In The Ordinary

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:35:53 +0000

Have you ever found yourself with your camera in a place where there is nothing interesting to photograph? The quality of light is poor or the surroundings are boring? You go home with an empty memory card and full of self doubt. Well, that happens to every photographer, but it… read more

An awesome HTML5 interactive music video

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:13:40 +0000

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How to Design the Best Navigation Bar for Your Website

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:13:33 +0000

Daniel Alves is the design director for the small business web design division at the digital marketing and web design company 352 Media Group.

The navigation bar is the most important design element on a website. Not only does it guide your users to pages beyond the homepage, but it’s also… read more

New Twitter HQ Shows Big Ambitions, Rooftop Garden

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 06:51:20 +0000

Twitter didn’t just launch a major new redesign Thursday — the event also served as an unveiling of sorts for its next headquarters in San Francisco.

Like the redesigned service — part of an aggressive push to make Twitter the dominant communication tool for people from all walks of life… read more

Photography Links You May Have Missed This Week

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:52:13 +0000

It’s been another great week in the world of photography, and Toad Hollow Photography has been busy compiling this list of tutorials, great photography and interesting blogs to share with everyone. The Toad is pleased to present this comprehensive list of really great links showcasing the work of some truly… read more

Focus on Piper Mackay ~ Africa in her Heart

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 02:29:00 +0000

Piper Mackay, a California-based photographer, and I first met about a year ago via social media. When I first saw her images of Africa, I immediately recognized her passion. It’s the same passion that drives many of us to capture the world with our camera every day. Her love for… read more

25 Delicious Food and Drink Related Websites

admin — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:00:07 +0000

The internet is a fantastic resource for anyone who has a passion for food. There are thousands of recipe websites available for those who want to try something new, and photo blogs where users simply share a picture of what they are eating. Ordering food through the internet has become… read more

20 Amazing Implementations of HTML5 Canvas

admin — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:58:49 +0000

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In this article, we explore some of the most awe-inspiring implementations of HTML5′s canvas element so far. From all of the new HTML5 tags, canvas is likely to be the most powerful.
In a nutshell, the canvas element is a drawable region defined in… read more

Groupon’s New Scheduler Lets Customers Book Appointments Online

admin — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 02:07:03 +0000

Groupon launched a pilot for a new service Wednesday that lets customers independently book appointments with small businesses online, regardless of whether or not those appointments are associated with a Groupon deal.

The trial version of “Scheduler” launched with merchants in Sacramento and Miami who are running Groupon deals. These businesses… read more

How Not to Put Your Foot in It When Creating a Photo Portfolio [With 34 Examples of How to Do it Right]

admin — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 19:04:42 +0000

A portfolio of your works is a very important thing that every photographer has to create. As a true photography geek (or a professional photographer) you probably never part with your camera and take many photos per day. Obviously, there are good and bad shots in your reserve. So what… read more

Impressive Bottle Packaging Designs

admin — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:43:19 +0000

Impressive Bottle Packaging Designs

Home Photography Project: How to Make a Light Stencil

admin — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:30:51 +0000

This is a guest post from Light Stalking’s Light Painting group admin, Todd Edson. Check out Todd’s photography site or follow him on Google + and Facebook.

This group exercise is going to show you how to create a light stencil box & stencil to use with your long exposure low… read more

A 15 Minute Lesson For The Photography Beginner

admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:25:25 +0000

I was sitting in the heat and humidity of the the Amazonian rainforest inside the 1970’s designed airport at Puerto Maldonado, Peru. We had a few minutes before heading back to Lima and I had been trying to find time to help a young Norwegian traveling on the same… read more

HTML5 Essentials and Good Practices

admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:05:22 +0000

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HTML5, together with CSS3 and responsive design are the new buzz around web technologies these days. This article will help you get started using HTML5 on your projects today and show you some good practices to put what you learned to good use.

Lets see a typical… read more

Intel and IBM Reveal the Future of Computer Chips

admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 06:56:16 +0000

The past 24 hours have seen two of the biggest names in technology reveal the future of computer chips — intentionally or otherwise.

A leaked document from Intel shows the company setting the bar for the next generation of processors, which should start to roll out early next year. Meanwhile,… read more

Social media for creatives

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:06:07 +0000

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Quick look at some of the Popular Web Design Trends from 2011

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Looking back over the past year we can pick up a lot of fresh emerging trends. Web designers around the world are connected like never before through a seemingly endless supply of social networks (big thums up to Dribble). Thus it’s much easier for new… read more

Top Freelance Jobs from Job Board – Week 1, December

admin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 20:00:16 +0000

Tips For Gallery-Worthy Instagram Pics

admin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 04:05:58 +0000

From Oct. 22-23, London’s East Gallery will be hosting the My World Shared photography exhibit, which may not seem unusual, until you learn that this will be the first exhibit ever curated to feature only Instagram pics.

A community of passionate “Instagrammers” have launched the exhibit and a website that’s stocked… read more

LinkedIn Boot Camp [INFOGRAPHIC]

admin — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 03:26:29 +0000

Even after 9 years in the social media stratosphere, LinkedIn is still an elusive platform to master. While there’s still only a fraction of LinkedIn users compared to Facebook, the platform boasts a highly targeted and engaged audience that is there for one purpose: business networking.

Still, there’s a lot of… read more

Best of the Week #199

admin — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 17:48:11 +0000

Bacardi Uses Facebook to Simulate a Party Experience

admin — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 03:46:29 +0000

Bacardi launched a holiday promotion Friday that uses your Facebook data to create an immersive, personalized video experience.

The campaign, dubbed “Unwrap the Night,”, recreates the sights and sounds of walking into a house party from a first-person perspective. After opening the door, you’re warmly greeted by clusters of attractive, trendy… read more

How To Make a Shiny Button in Flash

admin — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 01:52:04 +0000

In my previous Flash button tutorial I showed you how to create buttons in flash and how to make them react to different mouse events. In this tutorial I will show you how to create a beautiful shining button. If you haven’t read the last tutorial and you don’t know… read more

5 Big Reasons CEOs Should Get Social [INFOGRAPHIC]

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 21:18:39 +0000

Over the past few months, we’ve introduced you to some of the most impressive CEOs in the digital marketing and tech space. While the businesses have flourished online, so too have the social profiles of the CEOs — they realize the power of Twitter, Facebook and other social platforms, and… read more

Why 2011 Will Be Defined by Social Media Democracy

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:33:25 +0000

Ekaterina Walter is a social media strategist at Intel. She is a part of Intel’s Social Media Center of Excellence and is responsible for company-wide social media enablement and corporate social networking strategy. She was recently elected to serve on the board of directors of WOMMA.

On Jan. 25, 2011 pictures… read more

How to Create a Custom Cursor in Flash

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:16:56 +0000

Flash is a great tool creating beautiful looking interactive applications. But a lot of times the default cursor will not go with the theme of your application. Fortunately it is very easy to create your own cursor in Flash. In this Flash tutorial I will show you how to replace… read more

DIY Lighting Hacks for Digital Photographers

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 05:09:45 +0000

Lighting can be the difference between a good shot and a great one.

Walk into most professional photographer’s studios and you’ll be confronted with truckloads of lighting equipment. To the average hobby photographer it’s enough to make your mind boggle – and for your stomach to turn as you think… read more

Markdown + Dropbox = Dead Simple Blogging With Calepin

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 04:00:22 +0000

Blogs are supposed to be about writing. Real, authentic, personal, heartfelt writing. The very word blog comes from the words web and log, a log of your thoughts on the web. But by and large, blogs have gotten complicated. 15 million widgets, word clouds, flashing ads, and more drive most… read more

Twitter Account Will Post a Bible Verse Every Day for 86 Years

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 02:40:23 +0000

In the beginning, Twitter created tweets and … Bible-related Twitter accounts? Yup, and the latest religious handle, @TweetTheBible86, plans to take its sweet time retelling the Christian Bible, tweeting one verse per day for more than eight decades.

Three friends launched… read more

i1Display Pro

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:38:12 +0000

Color Accuracy for Screen and Projector

In addition to calibrating displays, X-Rite’s i1Display Pro also calibrates projectors, measures ambient light, and corrects for glare (for displays lacking a hood). The i1Display Pro comes with X-Rite’s new i1Profiler software.

The i1Display Pro instrument is faster and with better quality than the i1Display… read more

Get c’t Digital Photography Magazine – It’s Damn Good

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:39:32 +0000

Earlier this year we were made aware of a new quarterly photography magazine out of Europe called c’t Digital Photography. After taking a look at a few issues, we have to say that this new magazine has shot up our list of favourites and is now on our “must buy”… read more

Flash Musical Surprises Holiday Shoppers [VIDEO]

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:35:57 +0000

Each day, Mashable highlights one noteworthy YouTube video. Check out all our viral video picks.

A New Jersey mall abruptly transforms into a stage for a short musical about Santa. One man breaks into song about how “you’re never too old, too old to sit on Santa” and soon a handful… read more

Check Out the New Tuts+ Premium

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:00:16 +0000

Over 45,000 people have joined Tuts+ Premium since it was first launched more than 3 years ago. Today, we’re very happy to announce a complete overhaul, including a beautiful redesign, 27 popular educational eBooks, member-only forums, and a collection of in-depth video courses teaching you one skill from top to… read more

How to Design Functional Sub-Navigation Menus

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:51:42 +0000

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JavaScript libraries such as jQuery have fundamentally shifted the course of web development. It is now easier than ever to prototype UI functionality, animations, slideshows, and of course dynamic navigation. I feel this tremendous growth is allowing for developers to build page elements with less… read more

What Do You Want To Learn About Photography In The Next 13 Months

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:14:11 +0000

By PNASH

I’m getting a big jump on the end of year posts by diving right into what I believe is an important part of achieving what you want in life; making goals.

Goals give us a sense of direction especially when we are faced with days where our rudder has gone… read more

Planet Photoshop: Animated Snow

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 23:36:59 +0000

Corey Barker is a Photoshop instructor and graphic designer who maintains a blog at PlanetPhotoshop.com. Visit his site for more tutorials and tips.

Corey shows viewers how to use Photoshop to create falling snow over your favorite holiday image.

Making a GREAT Looking Flash Preloader

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:03:51 +0000

In my previous Flash preloader tutorial I showed you how to develop preloaders for you applications and I explained its code to you. In this tutorial I will focus on the design part of the preloaders. I will show you how to make a good looking circular preloader so that… read more

Focus On: Design Trends in Mobile Apps for iOS

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:03:13 +0000

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Apple’s mobile operating system has gained a huge following in just a few short years. Although it can take months of dedicated study to even begin programming iOS apps, there still seems to be a solid market of intelligent developers. In the last year alone we’ve… read more

This Is Thriller: What Chilean Students Can Teach the Occupy Movement

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 06:16:21 +0000

Here’s a new tactic for Occupy Wall Street protesters to consider: dressing up as zombies for a mass performance of “Thriller”.

That’s what thousands of members of Chile’s growing student protest movement did in June, gathering for a Michael Jackson-inspired flash mob outside the home of President Sebastian Pinera. Videos of… read more

Violent Video Games Disrupt Emotion and Cognition in Young Men

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:52:54 +0000

Video games may not rot your brain but they can change the way you think, a new study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America reveals.

The study shows one week of playing violent video games can create changes in brain regions associated with cognitive function… read more

The Perfect Office #115

admin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:30:32 +0000

Not only gadgets and equipment, but also furniture,… read more

How to Find Your Individual Design Voice

admin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:00:42 +0000

In the design world, volumes have been written advising the newbs, and those with some established street cred, on the ins and outs of being a top shelf designer, and many of these posts will either be focused on or at least include a brief mention of finding your own… read more

Introduction to Studio Photography Lighting Lecture [VIDEO]

admin — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 19:42:19 +0000

If you’re looking for a good introduction to studio lighting the following video may be a good place to start.

It is a 2 hour video (so grab a drink and make yourself comfortable) featuring Joey Quintero from B&H Photo and Video.

Some of what’s covered in this lecture:

ratios of light
continuous 1… read more

Our favorite tweets of the week Nov 21-Nov 27, 2011

admin — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:38:05 +0000

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 Review

admin — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 19:52:23 +0000

Having extensively used 10x and 35x compact digizoom cameras over the last year or so, I would say the former is a little short … and the latter a little too long for comfortable and successful leisure shooting.

So this model – the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 – with a 24x zoom… read more

Best of the Week #198

admin — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 18:19:56 +0000

Daily Inspiration #989

admin — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 03:44:25 +0000

This post is part of our daily series of posts showing the most inspiring images selected by some of the Abduzeedo’s writers and users.
If you want to participate and share your graphic design inspiration, just send us, via email, the image with the link from where you found it,… read more

22 cool but weird and unusual USB drives

admin — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 02:32:03 +0000

Steampunk USB flash drive – $239.00

Clip USB

Doc Martens Boot USB Flash Drive – $25

USB Clothepin next generation

Eraser USB stick

2GB 12 Gauge Blue Shotgun Shell Flash Drive – $20

Condom USB Flash Drive

Pinetti Quattrogiga Leather Journal with USB Drive – $69

Lipstick USB Drive

USB wings – From $53

Mini Cooper USB… read more

Microsoft Cuts Prices of Kinect, Xbox and More for Black Friday

admin — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:33:52 +0000

Microsoft has announced its Black Friday sale over at Microsoft Store, offering decent discounts on the Kinect, Xbox, select PCs, software and games.

The Kinect sensor is available as a part of the Kinect Sensor Holiday Bundle, which comes with Fruit Ninja, Gunstringer and Kinect Adventures, for $99. The Xbox… read more

Comic Superheroes Artwork: Captain America

admin — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:29:59 +0000

Comic Superheroes Artwork: Captain America

Daily Inspiration #988

admin — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 03:02:19 +0000

Web Apps We’re Thankful For in 2011

admin — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 20:00:54 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving! For Americans around the globe (including your editor in Thailand), Thanksgiving a time of family and friends and football and more food. And, of course, it’s the time we’re supposed to take a few moments to think of all the things we’re thankful for. Most of us… read more

How To Improve Your WordPress Plugin’s Readme.txt

admin — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:59:17 +0000

If you’re a plugin developer and you just love to write code, then writing a readme.txt file for a plugin in WordPress’ repository might be your idea of hell. When you’ve written all of that lovely code, why must you spend time writing about how to use it?

Unfortunately, some plugin… read more