Author: Simon LeClerc
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Ceramics vs. Pottery: What’s the Difference?
Ceramics and pottery are generally used interchangeably, but there’s a difference you should know before jumping into a new hobby. A ceramic is a type of pottery made of clay, which can include stoneware, earthenware, and porcelain. Many people see Persian Pottery and Persian ceramics as the same, which is generally true unless you have…
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How to Take Good Pictures with a Camera?
Great photos don’t just happen. They require skill, practice, and the right tools. Before you get behind the camera, learning all you can about your camera, its features, and how to use it is essential. Once you know the basics, you can familiarise yourself with tips for taking a good photograph. Here’s How to Take…
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10 Best Places to Listen to Free Music Online
There’s nothing quite like the rush of being able to listen to your favourite songs whenever you’d like. With satellite radio, you have to shell out monthly fees to listen to an unlimited number of songs. However, there are less expensive ways to listen to streaming music. Here are the ten best places to listen…
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Editorial Photography – A Guide to Creating Editorial Photos
If you are a photographer seeking to enter the editorial world, or you just have some photos you’d like to feature in a magazine; this guide is for you. Editorial photography is the art of creating photographs that appear in newspapers and magazines. There are many different forms of this photography domain, including lifestyle, beauty,…
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What Is a Musical Instrument?
Musical instruments have always fascinated people, but most people associate them with amateur musicians. However, professional musicians and even those who simply want to learn how to play an instrument need access to quality instruments, which is why many choose to rent them rather than purchase. If you also fall into this category, you may…
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Life and Graphic Designing Beyond the Pandemic
The design industry has experienced profound change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With more and more graphic designers working from home, many are now finding themselves outside of their normal creative context. As designers, we are all accustomed to working in an environment filled with fellow creative people, bouncing ideas off each other and bouncing…
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Online Photography Classes – Best Picks for Beginners
Photography is for everyone, whether for a career or a hobby. What sets it apart from other forms of visual arts is that you have to be able to adapt to a lot of different settings and scenarios. You also have to be able to create other effects, which is something that can be learned…
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Making A Way Towards Sculpture Success
Making any kind of sculpture is difficult, let alone throwing a figure or two on a pedestal. You have to find the right type of wood, clay, armature, paint/stain, as well as the right type of tools, of course, but then you must learn to use them correctly. The old adage “fail to prepare, prepare…
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Photography Tips for Etsy Sellers
First, if you have never heard of Etsy.com before, you should check it out to see if it is a place you would buy from. This website is a great place to sell handmade items, and it is free for those of you who use it. If you are interested in making a living from…
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Rock Music – The Common Type of Music
Even though music has always existed, in the 21st century, music has taken on a whole new meaning. It can transcend language barriers, cultural barriers, boundaries of race, religion, and income. One genre, in particular, rock music, was the catalyst for the first wave of social movements in the 20th century. The lyrics and tone…