#Practical Skills Development

[skilliqcourse]

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[rthwrms]

no practice, whatever the result, is ever wasted. life is cumulative

[frozenzephyrskies]

So this is admittedly coming from me using my engineering paper to do art studies (which actually has been very helpful for proportion consistency and understanding why something looks off to me)

But I agree that Gideon is actually a fairly decent artist who has whatever the equivalent of an engineering notebook in Avantris is, full of drawings, blueprints, and schematics.

While most of these are of equipment, rides, and gadgets he's either seen or been wanting to make if he ever had the resources for them there are some of people and creatures that catch his eye.

Now, these drawings tend to be very technical just basically replicating exactly what he sees down to fine details. They're not gonna be hung up in museums or aiming to express some deep, symbolic meaning.

They're are as direct and to the point as the man holding the pen drafting them. More akin to biological illustrations or engineering drawings. Little distinction between drawing a person to drawing a machine.

It can come off quite cold, actually. Maybe even unnerving to see yourself dissected and pulled apart into components.

It's why Gideon doesn't consider himself much of an artist. To him, this isn't art. If anything, it's closer to copying or tracing in his mind.

Initially, when Kremy finally got to see these drawings, he was a little disappointed with how stiff and clinical they all looked. He particularly didn't know how to feel about all the ones of him from angles he personally found unflattering or the ones that were side by side comparisons to wild alligators.

And maybe perhaps previous romantic notions of a hidden page of him rendered with soft strokes and reverent shades of charcoal were quickly erased, but at least Gid got his snout shape correct.

It does ease his mind at least that the rest of the crew gets the same treatment. Sure, there are still more pages of him than anyone else, but Kremy boils it down as a product of near constant proximity than one of muse. Otherwise, his interest in the notebook fades. The illustrations are still impressive within their own right, and he makes sure to tell Gid that whenever he finds him angrily ripping out a page that he's spent almost an hour over correcting dimensions on.

It really isn't until he finds a page on Torbek that wasn't there before that Kremy starts to pay it any mind. There's nothing particularly special about Torbek's page. It's the same clinical breakdown of his physiology and of his attire.

But it's there now when it wasn't there before in all the time they've known Torbek prior to the Faewild. Then, another page appears with Twig and all her little details pinned to the paper.

That's when it finally occurs to Kremy. Gideon, a man who prides himself in living to the fullest. Never slowing down as he races from one moment to the next. Is taking the time to notice and jot them down to memory.

These are not quick, sweeping scratches of lead. But meticulously measured lines calculated to take on the form of their visage. Every flaw, every nick, every piece that comes together to make them a whole, living mechanism perfectly replicated and accounted for.

There are no vibrant hues or eye-catching gestures that make one feel like they were sculpted from silk, but there is beauty in the exact distance between your eyes.

And if Kremy instinctively begins to still at the sight of a ruler taking his measurements from a distance, to afford time to a man who's only ever had it taken from him well that's between him and the good Baron.

[claypigeonpottery]

Good morning! I recently came across your beautiful plate with the unicorn breaking out of the garden. I would love to adapt it into an embroidery design for my personal use, a decorative hoop piece. Would that be okay? If not I of course understand.

Hello!

Absolutely, I do not mind at all. but I would love it if you’d send me pictures once it’s finished!

this goes for other artists too, if you want to make your own version of one of my pieces, please do, and please share it with me.

[seaglassmelody]

The irony of wanting to word vomit about how making bad art/writing is better than just letting your ideas fester

But you can’t write it correctly

[i-cast-zone-of-truth]

So something I really like is how Thich Nhat Hanh defines love in Teachings On Love (I mean, it’s Buddhism, but that comes in a lot of varieties, many of which center concepts differently than this one, etc).

Any way. Pretty much the first thing he does in the book is explain The Four Immeasurable Minds: love, compassion, joy, and equanimity. None of those are defined exactly the way i’d have thought, from a culturally Christian perspective. And in more than one of them he stresses the importance of understanding the beloved. In fact, to the point that understanding is a PREREQUISITE to being able to love someone at all well. And seeking that understanding as a skill that can be cultivated.

What I’m getting at is: the more Zhuo Yichen understood Zhao Yuanzhou, the more he loved him. Even more so, the more Li Lun understood Zhao Yuanzhou, the better he was able to love him. Zhao Yuanzhou, although he came at his new friends with a lot of benevolence, hurt them by assuming about them instead of trying to understand. And that’s really real. (Wen Xiao was miles ahead of everyone with this skill).

I’ve tended to think, ok if I love someone I’ll want to understand them. But it’s really turning out to be that understanding is necessary for love that feels like love to the other person to be possible in the first place.

[dvasva]

One thing i think a lot of writers would benefit from is adopting the idea of a sketchbook into our brains. like, look at how artists use sketchbooks, draw in them, critique them, and replicate that but with writing. genuinely i think it helps a lot to write snippets or characters or random little things. not like a worldbuilding journal for only one idea or polished writing, or even a journal where you write 'chapter 1, chapter 2,' etc in a squence you can read back later. a journal or notepad where you can genuinely just write whatever you need to, where you can do writing exorcises or write that little bit of writing thats been stewing in your brain. Original work and fanfic sitting together on adjacent pages (even if you dont really write or read fanfic, its the same as an artist drawing kirby or sonic on their sketchbook), a description of the room you're in next to a dramatic monologue. its just a sketchbook for notes. A notebook if u will...

[alsaurus-loves-dean]

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[skilliqcourse]

Internships and Live Projects: A Practical Approach to Skill Development

In the fast-paced landscape of today's professional world, theoretical knowledge alone is often insufficient. Employers seek candidates with practical skills and real-world experience. This is where internships and live projects come into play, serving as invaluable platforms for skill development and career readiness.

Hands-On Learning 

Internships and Live Projects provide a hands-on learning experience that textbooks simply cannot replicate. Whether you're a student looking to apply classroom theories or a recent graduate entering the workforce, these opportunities immerse you in the practical aspects of your field. This exposure is a catalyst for skill development.

Application of Theoretical Knowledge 

Classroom education lays the foundation, but it is in the real-world scenarios of internships and live projects where this knowledge is tested and refined. The practical application of theories not only deepens understanding but also fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Adaptability and Resilience 

The unpredictable nature of live projects mimics the challenges of the professional world. Navigating uncertainties, adapting to changing circumstances, and overcoming obstacles are crucial skills that can only be honed through real-life experiences. Internships provide a controlled environment to develop resilience and adaptability.

Networking Opportunities 

Internships and live projects offer unique opportunities to build a professional network. Working alongside experienced professionals, you not only gain insights into industry practices but also create connections that may prove instrumental in future career endeavors. Networking is an essential aspect of career growth, and internships lay the foundation for it.

Conclusion:

Internships and Live Projects are not merely checkboxes in a career checklist; they are transformative experiences that shape individuals into competent and adaptable professionals. SkillIQ Lite opens the door to practical skill development through curated Internships and Live Projects. Tailored for those seeking a streamlined yet impactful experience, this program is your gateway to hands-on learning.

[arakkne]

anyone feel like it's about time to start doomsday prepping? :/

2024 passed the 1.5°C threshold. Apocalyptic conditions and weather events are only going to get more frequent. Meanwhile, rising temperatures and viruses like the Bird Flu are ravaging our agriculture systems.

I hate to say it, but I feel like now is the time to start preparing for the worst.

[gingermeadows]

I had my best friend to teach me some basic crochet stitches while they were visiting for the weekend and I’ve been having a lot of fun making cute lil flowers for the last few days

and then today I tried to make something slightly different to build some more skills (followed tutorials by Hopeful Turns on YouTube for both patterns)

I need to learn how to weave in my ends to finish all these cuties and stitch up the rose but im very proud of how quickly I’ve developed this skill this week and wanted to share!!

[funkle420]

a great way to combat genAI in the future would be educating kids (and teens and college students and all ppl) on art way more.

[grison-in-space]

Since the dental Tribble has been on a strict no kibble, no crunchy, no chewing diet. (In a week or so she'll be allowed to use her teeth again a bit more, but no one wants to see a dog get dry socket.) Spouse feels that canned dog food (perpetually on hand to make into pupsickles) is not experienced as filling enough, and we do know that Tribble has done better on grain inclusive foods for the past decade, so... the rice cooker has been simmering with chicken stock rice too bulk out the canned food all week, and Matilda and Benton have both gotten a fair bit of overflow rice as a treat.

Unconnectedly, tonight happens to be my first night alone as the sole human all evening in quite a few months. Matilda has been doing her job of enforcing bed, of course, but I can also rely on other humans to help make routine happen if she's too tired to be on it.

If I was worried that Tilly hadn't worked out her evening routine enforcement functions before now, I shouldn't have been. I don't think I've ever seen a dog so excited to move the evening along towards the part where dinner and the good cookies are.

[relaxedstyles]

Kobe explains how improvement happens ..

[softerwem]

practice radical acceptance

i look for the serenity to accept the things i cannot change, courage to change the things i can, and the wisdom to know the difference

[randmwizard]

should i do artfight

ive never done it before and my art isnt the best and idk if i have enough time to properly commit to it

but it looks so fun

hmmmmmmm