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[skillmaster-123]

Practical Learning for Real-World Success

Gain skills that matter! Skillbuilder focuses on hands-on learning with practical projects and real-world applications.

https://skillbuilder.io/

[itsgrawnyanotgrahny]

Anyone know good “how to draw” resources?

Hey there! I'm looking to teach myself the basics of drawing and graphic design, and I'd love and appreciate any resource recommendations --- videos, tutorials, courses, blogs, or any other free resource--- Especially those that helped you learn. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The things I'm focused on right now:

Building foundational drawing skills

Practice character design using my Warrior of Light and Their party of my OC's as inspiration

Exploring ideas for my own original stories

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My Setup is pretty simple for the time being. Just a Sketchbook and pencil. My budget is tight right now so no digital art for me yet. Hopefully with a bit of practice and patience I can change that. Free or low-cost resources would be a huge help while I get the basics down. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you know good resources for:

Beginner-friendly drawing technique

Anatomy, stylized or fantasy

Weapon or armor design (especially if it leans a little anime or JRPG-ish)

Character sheets / turnarounds tutorials or templates. Trying to understand the use of these tools and what a typical ref sheet might look like.

Translating in - game characters into original ideas and concepts.

…please feel free to share them! I'm also happy to hear any advice, feedback, or suggestions for who to study or follow.

Thanks so much to anyone willing to help out! Your time and wisdom is appreciated <3

[chiropteracupola]

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[ghastigiggles]

holy shit pressure fans try not to be the most annoying bitches on the fucking planet challenge

[ewspconsultancy]

Cornwall School Farm Permaculture Design

As well as working on designs for private properties, I also work on community projects. This is something that is very important to me, since I am very much aware of the criticisms of permaculture relating to its inaccessibility for many… and seek, where I can, to remove potential barriers. Permaculture offers concepts and design methodologies that work, and we should aim to make sure even…

[craftmasterplans]

🛠️ Basic Woodworking Tools and Their Uses 🪚

Starting your woodworking journey? Knowing your tools is the first step! Here’s a quick guide to essential tools every beginner should know:

Hammer – Perfect for driving nails and assembling parts. Tape Measure – Essential for accurate measurements. Chisels – Used for carving, shaping, and detailing wood. Hand Saw – Great for cutting wood to size. Clamps – Hold pieces securely as you work. Power Drill – Used for drilling holes and driving screws. Sandpaper/Block – Smooths wood surfaces for a refined finish. These tools lay the foundation for countless projects. Want to know more about how to use them effectively? Let’s dive into woodworking basics together! 🌳✨

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Prime Minister’s Internship Program – Your Path to Success!

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Unlock Your Creativity: Domestika's Inspiring Online Courses

Domestika is a platform that offers a variety of online creative courses taught by professionals from different fields such as design, illustration, photography, animation, craft, and more. These courses are designed to help individuals learn new skills, improve their techniques, and unleash their creativity.

Here are some key features of Domestika online courses:

Diverse Course Catalog: Domestika offers a wide range of courses, each focusing on a specific creative skill or discipline. This includes courses on graphic design, watercolor painting, digital illustration, photography techniques, 3D modeling, and many others.

Experienced Instructors: The courses are taught by experienced professionals who are experts in their respective fields. Instructors often share their personal insights, tips, and techniques, helping students learn from their expertise.

Video Lessons: The courses usually consist of pre-recorded video lessons that you can watch at your own pace. These videos are often accompanied by downloadable resources like project files, assignments, and supplementary materials.

Community Interaction: Many courses have a community aspect, where students can interact with each other and the instructor through forums, discussion boards, and project sharing. This creates a collaborative learning environment.

Lifetime Access: Once you purchase a course, you typically have lifetime access to the course materials. This allows you to revisit the content and practice your skills whenever you want.

Projects and Assignments: Courses often include hands-on projects and assignments that help you apply what you've learned. Completing these projects can give you a tangible sense of progress and achievement.

Certificate of Completion: After finishing a course, you may receive a certificate of completion, which can be a nice addition to your portfolio or resume.

Mobile App: Domestika also offers a mobile app, making it convenient for you to access course materials and continue learning on the go.

To get started with a Domestika course, you can visit their website, browse the course catalog, and choose a course that aligns with your interests and goals. Keep in mind that each course may have different requirements and levels, so make sure to read the course descriptions and reviews to find the one that suits you best.

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[plumbogs]

me and ignoring every other thing i'm working on because i want to build a theater i will literally never have a practical use for... that too is yuri

[skillmaster-123]

Interactive Learning for Maximum Impact

Boring training? Not here! Skillbuilder offers engaging, interactive learning experiences to keep you motivated and help you retain knowledge. https://skillbuilder.io/

[furnitureguide]

Serve Up Some Fun: 15 Best Ping Pong Tables For Every Skill Level!

Looking for the perfect ping pong table? We've got you covered! Check out our top 15 picks for every skill level. From beginners to pros, we've got the perfect table for you.

👉 https://furnitureguide.net/best-ping-pong-tables/

[drsamuelvalme-blog]

Pragmatic and Complete Business Advice for Management Professionals

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"Everywhere you look, there's a new business guide being published. Leadership styles evolve over time, business practices change, and the need for improving skill sets is critical to career advancement. Very often, authors take a singular aspect to home in on and tout it as the one critical element to offer success. Dr. Valme does better by offering the whole kit and caboodle.

Comprehensive, sound, and practical advice is offered in this book. Effective communication, continuous innovation, strategy, and decision-making are only the tip of the management iceberg. Each of these topics is a critical component to success and worthy of better understanding. Dr. Valme has taken the time to compile not just these business fundamentals but many others into a relatable, single source companion. In addition to the many elements of business success, there's cited references available for additional knowledge banking. This is a great all-in-one resource for business professionals eager to improve their skill set and accelerate their careers." ~ Tracy L

[offerzone223]

Domestika Online Platforms

As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, Domestika is an online platform that offers a variety of creative courses taught by professionals in fields such as design, illustration, photography, animation, and more. Here are some key features and aspects of Domestika's online platform:

Courses: Domestika provides a wide range of courses covering creative disciplines such as graphic design, illustration, photography, animation, marketing, and more. These courses are video-based and include both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.

Instructors: The courses on Domestika are taught by industry professionals and experts. Many of the instructors are well-known figures in their respective fields, offering valuable insights and techniques.

Learning Format: Courses are typically broken down into various lessons, each with video content, assignments, and projects. Students can learn at their own pace and interact with other students and instructors through the platform's community features.

Community: Domestika encourages a sense of community among its users. Students can interact with each other through discussion forums, share their work, receive feedback, and engage in creative discussions.

Projects and Assignments: Courses often include hands-on projects and assignments that allow students to apply what they've learned. This practical approach helps reinforce learning and build a portfolio of work.

Certification: Upon completing a course, students receive a certificate of completion, which can be valuable for showcasing new skills to potential employers or clients.

Subscription Model: Domestika offers a subscription plan called "Domestika Pro" that provides access to all courses, additional content, and exclusive benefits. This subscription model is separate from individual course purchases.

Languages: Courses on Domestika are available in multiple languages, making it accessible to a diverse international audience.

Online Platform: All of Domestika's courses and content are accessible through their website, making it convenient for users to learn from anywhere with an internet connection.

Please note that there may have been changes or developments in Domestika's offerings since my last update. I recommend visiting Domestika's official website for the most current and detailed information about their online platform, course offerings, and features.

[blissfulthrive]

Part 3 - Pursuing personal growth:

Invest in your education, professional development, and skill-building. Take courses, attend workshops or conferences that align with your interests and career goals.

Seek out advise from other, ask someone you admire to mentor you, be open to new learnings

[reno-dakota]

These are mostly patchwork/quilting related, but some apply to sewing more generally

Get to grips with all the controls on your machine early on so you're comfortable adjusting them for various projects down the line. It does make a difference and will make your life easier.

Machine sewing is definitely much faster and less labour intensive - but you must consider the capacity of your machine when planning. Think about your materials and whether your machine can cope with them, lest you end up for instance, having to hand sew your intricate quilting design and it takes you days instead of a few hours.

Use fabric scraps from your project to test tension, stitch length etc on the fabric you're using before you go for it on the actual piece. For quilting test the design/style on a scrap of your quilt sandwich, especially for free motion quilting.

If you find you like a slightly "informal", warped look to a patchwork quilt you can wash after it's finished to take advantage of the warp during washing and give it a crinkly, imperfect feel. This is better for quilts which are to actually be used and will be washed regularly e.g. baby quilts where texture is as important as aesthetic and it has to be washable.

If you're at all concerned about colorfastness always wash before making and wash your binding & backing fabric too.

The machine looks/sounds dangerous but the rotary cutter, if you use one, is much easier to hurt yourself with. Measure thrice, cut once, and keep thy fingers out of the way of the blade. A metal ruler with a handle on top is an excellent tool for keeping your fingers well clear and getting nice, clean, straight cuts. Jabbing yourself with a pin is kind of inevitable.

You don't need tons of gadgets, start with the basics and see where there are gaps before you invest in things.

If in doubt, make a toile (a practice mock up using cheap/scrap fabric). Even if not in doubt, making a toile is immensely helpful for getting your head round a pattern and finding/figuring out unforeseen complications.

Make the most of the communities around the type of sewing you do - there's so much expertise to draw on whether locally or online. You can ask questions, commiserate, and if you want to, show off what you've made to people who will recognise your effort, skill and progress.

It's as creative a pursuit as writing or music or sketching and the creativity advice that gets repeated for those also applies. Make what makes you happy and excited. Whatever that is. You don't have to slog through projects that feel like a chore (unless you're into delayed gratification, you do you).

You will have a fabric stash and you will need somewhere to put it.

Things I wish I had read in "beginner" sewing tutorials/people had told me before I started getting into sewing

You have to hem *everything* eventually. Hemming isn't optional. (If you don't hem your cloth, it will start to fray. There are exceptions to this, like felt, but most cloth will.)

The type of cloth you choose for your project matters very much. Your clothing won't "fall right" if it's not the kind of stretchy/heavy/stiff as the one the tutorial assumes you will use.

Some types of cloth are very chill about fraying, some are very much not. Linen doesn't really give a fuck as long as you don't, like, throw it into the washing machine unhemmed (see below), whereas brocade yearns for entropy so, so much.

On that note: if you get new cloth: 1. hem its borders (or use a ripple stitch) 2. throw it in the washing machine on the setting that you plan to wash it going forward 3. iron it. You'll regret it, if you don't do it. If you don't hem, it'll thread. If you don't wash beforehand, the finished piece might warp in the first wash. If you don't iron it, it won't be nice and flat and all of your measuring and sewing will be off.

Sewing's first virtue is diligence, followed closely by patience. Measure three times before cutting. Check the symmetry every once in a while. If you can't concentrate anymore, stop. Yes, even if you're almost done.

The order in which you sew your garment's parts matters very much. Stick to the plan, but think ahead.

You'll probably be fine if you sew something on wrong - you can undo it with a seam ripper (get a seam ripper, they're cheap!)

You can use chalk to draw and write on the cloth.

Pick something made out of rectangles for your first project.

I recommend making something out of linen as a beginner project. It's nearly indestructible, barely threads and folds very neatly.

Collars are going to suck.

The sewing machine can't hurt you (probably). There is a guard for a reason and while the needle is very scary at first, if you do it right, your hands will be away from it at least 5 cm at any given time. Also the spoils of learning machine sewing are not to be underestimated. You will be SO fast.

I believe that's all - feel free to add unto it.