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Fashion Illustration Art, Blending Facial Colors
I first started drawing when I was in elementary school and became very good at drawing trees. When I got to middle school it was the first time I had learned that the eyes are the window to the soul. I had an art teacher who was fascinated with eyes. She was very inspired by them, so it inspired me about them. It help that she made us do several pages of eyes for homework. This was the only time I had ever seen a teacher in public school give art homework. But, she did and while everyone else hated her, I was inspired by it. So, she went on to teach about shadows and pigments. She took away our black and white, and always told us to try to use darker colors than what you were already using to darken or lighten, instead of just going directly to you black or white to mix in for shadows. Kind of like math when we are taught to not go to your calculator and do the long division instead. It does work! It kind of trains you to have patients.
By Pamela k Conoly7 years ago in Lifehack
10 Smart Ways to Save More Money
The idea of tackling finances can seem like a confusing and forbidden territory to the majority of people; yet, with the conveniences of modern technology, it doesn't have to be such a turn off. Simply put, we should all be able to reach our financial goals, which is why there are a number of ways you can do so with relative ease! These apps and services, for example, are simple to use, and will do a significant amount of the work for you. These utilities will be your army when it comes down to figuring out smart ways to save more money, and will surely help you start living the life you deserve.
By Michelle Estevez7 years ago in Lifehack
Home and Gardening DIY
As you wave goodbye to Father Winter, you might want to consider which outdoor do-it-yourself (DIY) projects will be attempted this year. While there is always general yard maintenance and annual projects like planting flowers or vegetables, you might want to consider something different. Let's take a look at the following ideas and see if one or more perks your interest.
By EmmaWilliams7 years ago in Lifehack
Learn These Facts About the World of Metal Recycling!
How much do we really know about the metal recycling world? Yes, it’s a competitive and established industry doing its work all over the globe. But there are certain things that need to be highlighted to know for sure what metal recycling actually bring to the world. As most of us would know, there’s metal all around us. And what to do with all that metal when the primary purpose has been served? That’s when metal recycling comes to the picture.
By Eada Hudes7 years ago in Lifehack
10 Lifehacks to Extend the Life of Clothing
When I was younger, clothing always just tore apart at the seams for me—even "rugged" backpacks like the ones from Jansport. My clothing would tear so frequently, I used to joke about them simply dissolving in the rain. I never really figured out why my clothes didn't last too long.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in Lifehack
Why Is It Important for Everyone to Practice, and/or Learn, About Public Speaking?
As a professional actress/singer, I have grown up in settings where my public speaking has been a prominent factor of whatever success I have achieved. I have spoken for UNICEF, to youth groups in artistic programs, and led tours for my schools, as well as been a part of leadership groups where the quality of the presentation is just as important as the content.
By Alexandria Suarez7 years ago in Lifehack
How This Year's Spring Cleaning Can Give Your Health a Big Boost
Spring is right around the corner, which means the sun will be shining again after a long winter of cloudy, cold days. It is the perfect time to work on your boosting your mental and physical health. This year, pick a new home improvement project for this year’s spring cleaning to help you work out your extra energy and stress.
By Kari Oakley7 years ago in Lifehack
How to Liven Up Your Home
Everyone wants to live in a home that they can be proud of. It is an amazing feeling to be complimented on how gorgeous your house is. Many people take a lot of pride in maintaining and updating their homes, and it is nice when hard work is noticed. Unfortunately, styles change multiple times throughout the years, and it can get extremely pricey to update and renovate a home. It was reported that an average homeowner can spend an average of $21,751 on just a kitchen renovation alone. Not many people have that kind of money just sitting around!
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Lifehack
Absolute Beginners: How to Clean Up After Painting in Oils
As a teenager, I struggled to teach myself how to paint with oils. Its various quirks and complexities outwitted my stubbornness and eventually overwhelmed me to the point where I swore them off completely, and I did not return the the medium for several years.
By Shaking Bird Art7 years ago in Lifehack
Learn How You Can Renovate Your Home without Burning a Hole in Your Pocket
Renovating your home can be an exciting venture and you can upgrade the look of your abode perfectly. However, renovating can be quite costly if you do not use the hacks and tricks to save money. Here are a few ideas which you can use to renovate your home without burning a hole in your pocket.
By Eada Hudes7 years ago in Lifehack
How to Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday
Who doesn't want free birthday presents? There are several restaurants and business that will give you discounts for revolving around the sun. Most of these companies require you to sign up to their free newsletters, and e-clubs to receive the benefits, but not all! I searched high and low for these deals, so enjoy! P.S. Make sure you are signed up beforehand, since most companies will not send the coupons if you sign up the day of your birthday.
By Oliver Noah Johnson7 years ago in Lifehack
