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How to use Disney's 12 principles of animation
By Tammy Coron last updated
Learn the principles that underpin all animation work.
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GIMP vs. Photoshop: Could you make the switch?
By Lance Evans published
I pit the two creative programs against each other.
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GIMP vs Krita: which free software is best for you?
By Lance Evans published
The two top open source image creation packages duke it out.
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Should you upgrade or replace your laptop?
By Tom May published
What's the best choice for your pocket and your career?
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What happened when my IP was stolen: A personal saga
By Lance Evans published
The long road to compensation.
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Do Loop earplugs really help with creativity?
By Beth Nicholls published
Buying Advice I've been wearing Loop earplugs for a few months now and the verdict is positive.
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How to model pottery with a lathe tool on your iPad
By Glen Southern published
Yes, you can use your iPad to create 3D models – and the Lathe tool in Nomad Sculpt makes it easy to make a convincing-looking vase in minutes
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How to animate an object along a spline in Cinema 4D
By Mike Griggs published
Make complex animation movements much easier by moving the object along a predefined line
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