In honor of Earth Day tomorrow (woo!), visual artist Justin Brice Guariglia has released a new augmented reality app that lets you experience climate change from wherever you're standing.
If print is a dying media, you might as well destroy books in the most beautiful way possible. Guy Laramée is a Montreal-based interdisciplinary artist who turns old books, such as the Encyclopedia Brittanica, into intricately-carved works of art using mostly a sand blaster and some paint.
When streaming services like Spotify or Pandora compete for customers, the main differentiating factor is the size of their libraries. While these and comparable services usually run somewhere around $10 per month, a completely free alternative may actually have the most expansive library out there.
Audibly, from iOS developer Nick Frey, allows you create playlists and sync your music across other iOS devices. Like the Samsung-exclusive Group Play or the older Seedio app, you can connect a slew of compatible devices to create a surround-sound stereo of sorts when playing your music.
Flappy Bird is immensely popular, we already know that, but it's even more so now that the developer removed it from Google Play and the iOS App Store. Android users can still get the game fairly easy, but it's nearly impossible to install a safe version on the iPhone now, so you'll have to resort to one of the many Flappy Bird clones out there.
When choosing a phone or tablet, I always take in to consideration what my music experience will be. Unfortunately, the Nexus 7 doesn't have Beats by Dre technology, which some may view as overrated, though it's definitely one of the better ways to get perfect-sounding tunes with headphones. But it's not all about the Beats. There are many other ways to make listening to music on your Nexus 7 tablet a better experience, and we'll highlight some of the options and add-ons that you can try out.
What can be said about Spotify that most of us don't already know? It's the most popular digital music streaming service out there, giving you access to millions of songs on your computer. However, the mobile service was once an exclusive feature for paid subscribers. Not anymore, suckers.
Samsung is currently dominating the Android market with their line of Galaxy devices, including the GS3, GS4, Note 2, and Tabs. All of these devices run Samsung's TouchWiz, which is something every softModder should try out eventually. The only thing is that Samsung devices are pretty expensive, and many of you don't actually need (or want) another Android tablet.
Give me a paintbrush and easel and you'll be sorely disappointed, but give me a Samsung Galaxy S3 and a new app called Let's 8-Bit Art and you might call me the next Picasso.
Are you scared that the RIAA is about to track you down for illegally downloading songs. Well, here is a method of obtaining many songs absolutely free that is virtually untrackable
Presentation matters. Make sure you have the best shot of getting your artwork out there by putting together a pleasing and professional artist portfolio. Include your best work and make everything look finished and neat.
On November 18, 1928, a star was born. His name: Mickey Mouse. Walt Disney's most famous character appeared before that date, but November 18 is known as Mickey Mouse Day because that's when he appeared in "Steamboat Willie," the first cartoon to feature synchronized sound. That short animated film is now in the public domain as of January 1, 2024.
This is a makeup tutorial for black and brown smoky eye makeup. It is a look popularized by stars like Kim Kardashian. The artist lets you watch as she creates the look on herself. Instructions are provided in the video's captions. She tells you which brands she uses, as well as the colors. The artist explains the entire process. She goes over lining the eye, applying shadow, shading colors together to create the "smoky" look, lining the eye once more, and applying mascara.
This video shows you how to dry-mount a painting done on rice paper with silicone release paper. This method is to transfer the silicon adhesive film to the backing material first, then take the release paper off and mount the painting on. Artist, Henry Li gives you everything you need to know to properly mount your beautiful painting on the silicone to transfer as you please.
Here's a classic throw-back to times past with a timeless game of kick the can. Just because you don't need expensive equipment doesn't mean you can't have tons of fun. You can play this game just about anywhere.
Daisuke 18 demonstrates how to draw Yoko Ritona from anime series Gurren Lagann. To begin with one side of the face is drawn with a pointed chin. A flip of hair is drawn next, which is falling over one eye. Next the artist draws most part of the hair, a waitress’s hat and some decoration on the hair. A puff sleeve for the blouse is drawn next. Next she draws the cleavages and goes to complete the hat with some chop sticks on it. Then she completes the blouse. One hand is drawn with a wrist la...
Before you get started exploring a big new city or even just getting reacquainted with the one you live in now, make sure you aren’t putting yourself in any unnecessary danger. Memorize good traveler habits that will keep thieves and scam artist off your back.
False eyelashes can be the most intimidating part of your makeup routine! It can be overwhelming or frustrating at first trying to apply them, but hopefully these steps will ease that anxiety. This beauty video demonstrates how to apply fake eyelashes.
Skin not looking its best? Find out how to cover blemishes with makeup with tips from a professional makeup artist in this free cosmetics video.
Spice up your evening makeup look with some new tricks! Learn how to create dramatic eye makeup and lip color with this free video series from a television makeup artist.
Make bright, dramatic eye makeup with pink eyeshadow! Learn how to apply pink eye makeup with the help of a makeup artist in this free video series.
If you are looking for dramatic makeup tips, learn how to apply glitter to your eyes, lips, cheeks, and tattoos in this free makeup video series from a professional makeup artist.
If you're trying to do nail art yourself, learn tips for making nail art designs and patterns with this free video series from a professional nail artist.
Looking for new day makeup techniques? Learn how to apply day makeup in minutes with this free video series from a professional makeup artist.
False eyelashes add extra glamour to your eye makeup. Learn how to apply fake eyelashes by measuring and gluing in this free cosmetic video series from a professional makeup artist.
Makeup needs to be perfect for the lights and camera of a movie set or TV studio. Learn how to apply movie makeup with expert tips from a makeup artist in this free cosmeticsvideo series.
Ever wanted to paint a mural but just don't know where to start? Learn the essentials for mural painting in this free online painting lesson about mural painting taught by an expert artist.
In these makeup application videos you will learn tips, techniques, and advice from a professional makeup artist.
Our expert Debra Windsong will show you how you can make your own jewelry. If you have ever been interested in jewelry making, let our expert show you how to make wire necklaces, chain earrings, bracelets, and even watch bands with simple materials you can find at any craft store. These are great projects for beginner artists, kids, or just people who love jewelry.
In this series of videos you'll learn how to draw with charcoal from a professional artist. Expert William Cotterell shows you what types of art supplies you'll need to get started, including various types of charcoal, compressed and pencil varieties, types of erasers that work best with charcoal, and the best types of paper for making charcoal drawings. He also shares tips for choosing a subject, understanding light, blending techniques, adding highlights, and using Fixatif to protect your w...
Music goes well with almost every Instagram story, but adding a particular song or soundtrack isn't the most obvious task if you've never tried before or haven't done so in a long time.
The cosmetics brands are among the earliest adopters of augmented reality, using virtual try-on tools to preview shades of makeup before buying.
Despite the fact that over 600,000 Snap Lens filters have been created since Lens Studio debuted in 2017, and Facebook is reporting that more than a billion users have interacted with its Spark AR filters across Facebook properties, social augmented reality filters get a bad rap in the AR industry.
The Halloween season is the perfect time for telling scary stories, but augmented reality is here to bring the tradition of frightening children to the modern age.
In recent days we've covered the marriage of augmented reality and top-tier music artists. This time, though, the music stars are showing off the tech rather than integrating it into their act.
While Modiface, YouCam, and others have been playing in the virtual make-up marketing pool for a while, here comes Google ready to splash down with a cannonball.
It appears that the Project Aero 3D content development tool isn't the only augmented reality project that Adobe has in the works.
One of the most prestigious annual events for the advertising industry, the Cannes Lions is the ideal backdrop for Snapchat to show the brands and agencies in attendance what it's got.
To promote Battle of Azeroth, the latest expansion for the World of Warcraft franchise, Blizzard Entertainment has conjured a Shoppable AR Lens that is now available in Snapchat's app carousel.
On Friday, the release date for her new album, Queen, Nicki Minaj is already grabbing headlines for the track "Barbie Dreams," where she disses Drake and a host of other rappers.
