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The 6 Best Paper for Painting With Acrylics in 2023 (October)

When thinking about acrylic we all seem to have that picture-perfect image in our heads: big easel, canvas, and a palette that’s basically a rainbow explosion. But let’s hit pause for a second. Canvas are… well, expensive. Not everybody can allow themselves the luxury of learning using multiple canvases, and while you can always use

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The 5 Best Laptops for Adobe Photoshop in 2023 (October)

Adobe Photoshop is the most popular software for photo editing, photo manipulation, concept art, digital art, and illustration. Though there are many more uses and other software for digital art, Photoshop has been able to hold its ground as the industry standard for many years already. Thankfully, many laptops can run Photoshop, so if you

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Yumkfoi Crafting Cart for Cricut Review! in 2023 (October)

At Arlex, we had the recent pleasure of receiving the Yumkfoi crafting and storage cart.  Our initial perception was a mixture of curiosity and skepticism. We wondered if this seemingly simplistic and somewhat unstable cart could possibly handle the weight of our crafting machines and provide sufficient storage for our ever-growing stock of materials. Spoiler

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How To Use A Cricut Machine – A Step-by-Step Tutorial

From intricate paper crafts to personalized vinyl decals, and even heat-transfer projects for custom apparel, Cricut machines empower you to produce professional-level crafts right from the comfort of your home.  They’re the silent companions for those midnight DIY inspirations and the ultimate sidekick for personalizing, decorating, and reinventing your world. Regardless of the project scale,

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The 11 Best Mandala Coloring Pages (Free + Printable)

Mandalas, derived from the Sanskrit word meaning “circle,” represent wholeness and harmony. Originally a spiritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, they’re traditionally used for meditation and prayer, guiding individuals toward a path of self-introspection and enlightenment. However, their geometric and intricate designs have found a unique place in the world of art and creativity. Mandala

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9 of the Best Landscape Coloring Pages (Free + Printable)

Landscapes have always held a special place in the realm of art. They captivate us with their majestic beauty, diverse forms, and intriguing contrasts. From the lush green pastures and blooming flower fields to the azure oceans and the rugged mountain terrains, each landscape offers a unique and awe-inspiring palette of colors.  In this article,

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What is Photobashing?

Photobashing is a technique that consists of using multiple digital assets like pictures, textures, and 3D models to create realistic-looking artwork. What sets photobashing apart from a photo-manipulation is that when photo editing, the final purpose is to enhance the photo, and when photobashing the purpose is to enhance our artwork by bashing the photo

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