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In this quick tutorial, you’re going to learn how to create cool SVG files that can be used in conjunction with VideoScribe, a software developed by Sparkol.

How To Create SVG Files Part I

First you will need a high quality image that you can work with. Either by tracing it, or by converting it into shapes and paths. To do that, you can use Illustrator or Inkscape. In this example we will use Illustrator, as it’s one of my favorite pieces of software ever developed by adobe.

To get your image, a royalty free one I mean, go to: http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/ . That’s where I’ve got my snowboarder from. I then import it into Illustrator, by dragging and dropping the image in.

Arte Laguna Prize widens the opportunities for artists and launches 2 new art residencies, one in China and one dedicated to marble!

Therefore the deadline is postponed to November 27th by mail and to December 5th directly on-line on the website www.artelagunaprize.com

2 NEW ART RESIDENCIES by submitting two artworks in the same section

NEW – “Loft Miramarmi”: Art residency in Vicenza, in the marble district for 1 month for 2 artists + realization of a project + open day

The residency includes: accommodation, studio, workshop, realization of a project using marble, € 500 grant, open day

NEW – “Beijing art residency”: Art Residency in Beijing for 1 month for 1 artist + final exhibition

The residency includes: accommodation, studio, assistance, € 200 grant, final exhibition.

At the end of the application period, you will be asked to send a project proposal that will be evaluated in order to choose the winner

This infographic shows the difference in kitchen costs from flat pack kitchens to premium German kitchens. With Flat pack kitchens you need to add a further 48% extra cost to have it fitted properly this fitting cost reduces as your kitchen prices increase.
A high quality German kitchen can start from as low as $9,000 including fitting.

It is important to know what the cost are when looking at kitchen remodeling or redesign and what type of kitchen design will suite your room. High End kitchens start around the $28,000 and upwards this is when you can look at larger kitchens which contain islands, handleless doors and high quality work surfaces.

Our research showed that a kitchen remodel has the greatest chance of increasing the value of your house and is one of the most important aspects which buyers look for when they are browsing houses to purchase, so it is important you choose the right kitchen at the right price to gain a good return.

Maturity isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be. If your inner child is fighting for freedom, take a look at our top picks for immature indulgence:

Fun Home Designs

If you thought you had to leave tree houses behind when you hit puberty, think again! From exclusive hotels catering to vacationers looking for alternative accommodations to primary homes, tree houses are not just for kids anymore. If you’d like to live like a bird, check out Blueforest. This UK-based business can create a modern-day, adult-sized tree house for as little as $15,000.

Depending on your choice, it will contain a bathroom, small kitchen, and a full-sized living room. Not too bad for the price! If you’d like to try one out before committing to full-time life in the air, spend a night or two in the branches with a room in a tree house hotel. Find one as close as Connecticut or Washington State, or venture out to Belize, Thailand, or New Zealand for a full-blown adventure vacation!

Logo design is like all other professional design works, in that it appears simple, but designing a logo is not as easy as one may think. It requires extensive research, critical thinking and hard work. Without contributing whole heartedly of the three requirements, a great idea can result in a crumpled up scrap of paper in the trash. Not to worry, in just a few simple steps you will be on your way to creating a great logo.

Be simple

It is the first and foremost important rule to follow when designing a logo, keep it simple and not complex. A complicated logo is difficult to reproduce and maintain but most importantly, it cannot be adored by the audience. An astounding logo is the vehicle that drives customers to your product. It should be simple, eye catching and provoke thought in the viewer.