Category: Creative

Dadaism and Layout – We are so Dada

ABCD Self-portrait (deliberately random assemblage of newspaper clips and cutout letters), Raoul Hausmann, 1923

Making a beautiful collage layout was a hard job before the invention of the digital printer; however, technology was not the only factor that impacted layout design. Layout design displays the opinions of the time it was created in. Reacting to the World War I period, a group of artists disposed of the decorative Art Nouveau, to look for a better format of communication. Dadaism was created to provide these designers a resource for innovated expression. Do you like freestyle layout designs? It may be surprising how “Dada” we are today when looking at historical Dada pieces. Continue reading “Dadaism and Layout – We are so Dada”

Recap of iAniMagic2013

We are excited to announce the winners of the third annual iAniMagic competition! The iAniMagic competition allows users to create animated pieces using the app Animation Desk. In the past two years, the competition has drawn much attention from both amateur and professional animators. Riding on the expectation, we once again received a wide variety of brilliant animations from participants around the world this year.

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The Magic Wand for Note-Taking – Vector Brush

Vector Brush is an essential tool for professional graphic design and content creation. Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW are two of the most popular vector-based illustration programs on PC/Mac. On mobile devices, Vector Brush has been widely used for professional design apps, such as Adobe Ideas, iDraw, and Ink Brushes. If you are thinking only professionals would benefit from having Vector Brush, you might want to learn how including it in the note-taking app could make a difference. Read along. Continue reading “The Magic Wand for Note-Taking – Vector Brush”

Rotoscoping In Animation: The Secret Weapon Of Animators

Have you ever watched an animated movie and wondered how the characters move so realistically? The answer lies in a technique called rotoscoping.

Rotoscoping is a method used in animation and filmmaking to trace live-action footage frame by frame. It has been used for over a century to create mesmerizing animations that blur the line between reality and imagination.

Rotoscoping is a complex technique that requires skill and patience. It is used to create stunning visual effects and realistic movements in animation and film. In this article, we will explore the history, process, and applications of rotoscoping, and how it has revolutionized the world of animation and filmmaking.

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