Improvements in cameras and image filtering have made it easy to create videos with green screen effects from the comfort of your phone (without requiring a real green screen). I use CapCut in the example below, but you’ll find similar functionality within Instagram and any other reputable video creation app. Sometime during 2023, I started […]

WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg has sent the WP community into a frenzy with his latest antics. So what happened? In a surprise to just about everyone, Matt publicly targeted WPEngine, the largest hosting company in the WordPress ecosystem, by claiming [1] they are not contributing back to WordPress in a satisfactory manner and [2] demanding a $32-million […]

The Australian Government has recently announced new English language requirements for Student and Temporary Graduate visa applications. These changes are intended to ensure that international students and graduates have a solid command of the English language to successfully participate in academic and professional settings in Australia. New English Language Requirements Under the updated visa application […]

The post English language requirement tightened for Student and Temporary Graduate Visa Applicants appeared first on Australian Visa Experts.

One of the questions we are asked regularly when a client has a visa refused is – What are my chances of success if I appeal? Statistics would seem to indicate that the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) often takes an unreasonable approach to their decision making. In the AAT Migration and Refugee Division caseload report […]

The post How to review a migration decision in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) appeared first on Australian Visa Experts.

In an era where remote work continues to thrive, the concept of being a digital nomad has gained significant traction. As boundaries blur and opportunities become global, many adventurous souls seek to combine work with travel, exploring new destinations while maintaining their professional endeavours. Australia, with its stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and thriving economy, often […]

The post A Digital Nomad’s Guide to Australia on a Subclass 600 Visa appeared first on Australian Visa Experts.

Australia is a nation built on migration, with many citizens tracing their heritage back to different parts of the world. For those born outside Australia to Australian parents, citizenship by descent offers a direct route to becoming an Australian citizen. What is Citizenship by Descent? Citizenship by descent is a way for individuals born outside […]

The post Becoming an Australian Citizen by Descent – A Path for Those Born Abroad appeared first on Australian Visa Experts.

Photos from my annual trip to see the christmas lights in the botanical gardens in frankfurt

Unsolicited redesigns are fun. They’re also always criticized for their superficial approach that only takes care of surface level problems. Developers at Raureif have done yet another redesign of Wikipedia, but with one big difference from all the other redesigns: they’ve actually created a real, working app.

Since Wikipedia has a permissive license, you can repackage (and even sell) its content if you so wish, so there is little stopping anyone from implementing a functional redesign of the site (besides all the hard work). The team at Raureif have seized this opportunity and created Das Referenz – an iOS Wikipedia app. Apart from seeing your ideas tested in the real world, this hands-on approach to redesign also gives you an opportunity to profit from them: if the new UI provides enough value, people will pay you for it through app sales or via ads (Das Referenz uses both ads and a pay-for option to remove ads). That’s how you do a Wikipedia redesign.

Joel Unger approaches the blurry, semi-transparent window aesthetic, recently introduced in iOS7 and now making its way to OS X Yosemite, from the standpoint of evolutionary biology. He argues that the reasons for this latest trend, as well as other trends, are: 1) the visual effect is relatively rare, and 2) the effect is expensive to achieve (in this case expensive in terms of graphics processing power). Both of these go hand in hand given that what is expensive to achieve is probably also going to be rare, at least for the period it still remains expensive. While these two things are initially the differentiator for the trendsetter, they will inevitably be mimicked by others, resulting in a design trend.

Loin d’effectuer un travail archéologique (quoique…), Rachel Crisp alias @bluesunthreads créé des broderies inspirées par la nature. L’artiste, photographe et guide touristique réalise des œuvres sur lesquelles figurent des crânes de dinosaures, entourés de végétation. Travaillant sur plusieurs formats l’artiste donne l’impression, grâce à son travail sur la texture, que ces os reposent sur le […]

Parfois, en levant les yeux au ciel et avec un peu d’imagination, on peut imaginer des formes dans les nuages. Une sorte de jeu qui parle à tous et qui aide à apprécier la beauté de ce qui nous entoure. Dans un autre genre, ce sont les ombres que Vincent Bal interprète. L’artiste utilise en […]

That title is a lot to digest, but as part of my (ongoing and never ending) journey to master effective leadership, it would be irresponsible not to cover the topic of autonomy. Human beings have an innate inner drive to be autonomous, self-determined, and connected to one another. And when that drive is liberated, people …

The post Autonomy, failure, and “pushing down”; what I’m learning about leadership appeared first on Nathan Rice.

John was an 18 year old who had recently gotten his real estate license. It was cheaper than a college degree, and he figured he’d give it a shot. The worst that could happen is that he’d be bad at selling houses and, after 6 months or so, he could reevaluate his plan an go …

The post I don’t write for you, dear reader appeared first on Nathan Rice.

About a month into the economic shutdown that came as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, I started to notice something that was, let’s say, peculiar. At least peculiar to me. I’m an introvert. I certainly don’t deny that. The “stay at home” orders were really not a problem for me or my family. I …

The post The introvert’s guide to navigating a professional world designed for extroverts appeared first on Nathan Rice.

I love a good quote. There’s just something about finding a sentence or phrase that speaks directly to the part of your brain that needed convincing. So when I see a good quote, something that speaks to me or illuminates a concept that I needed to see more clearly, I take notice and try to …

The post 12 thought provoking quotes to inspire gratitude and contentment appeared first on Nathan Rice.

Whether you're a project manager or a startup business owner, most of you lack the time or the in-house experts to help with product design. Product design ...

Attention all Muggles and Wizards! ✨🧙‍♂️🔮 If Harry Potter was directed by the one and only Wes Anderson, you ca ...

Video effects have revolutionized how we experience visual forms of entertainment. They're used in almost every type of show, commercial, or film available ...

The aesthetic world of female superheroes isn't just about battles and superpowers—it's also about stunning, innovative fashion that turns heads and inspire ...

CapCut is a multifaceted one of the best free video editing mobile application that offers many features and tools to elevate the quality of your influencer ...

The emergence of AI software in the field of architecture and design has sparked a significant shift in how professionals approach their work. With advancem ...

Step into a realm where the magical world of Harry Potter collides with the captivating aesthetics of HBO's Euphoria, giving birth to an AI-generated Hogwar ...

The Rise of AI Website Builders: Revolutionizing Website Creation with Professionalism 1. Introduction to AI website builders. In today's fast-paced d ...

Septerra Core: Legacy of the Creator stands as a testament to the golden era of role-playing games. With its intricate storyline, captivating characters, an ...

Today I have collected some excellent desktop wallpapers dedicated to minimalism. Minimalism is a popular style of design because it keeps things simple and ...

DeviantArt has long been a go-to platform for artists seeking to showcase their work and connect with others in the creative community. However, as the digi ...

The gallery features a collection of 18 cleverly implemented logo design ideas that highlight the art of logo creation. These logos showcase not only smart ...

During 2012 there were many progressions in the world of web design, and one of the main success stories was the growth and popularity of responsive web design. It’s no wonder either, as we were in need of something like this, to give an ounce of flexibility to traditional design – which is exactly what […]

Stock photography business has become trend. It could be seen from the number of stock photography providers or so called microstock agencies in the internet which is increasing. The number affects the effort of every microstock agency to survive and get much buyers as possible. As a result, we can see so many microstock agencies […]

Who doesn't want their designs to stand out? If you want to make your design unique, you have to go beyond the same old shapes. In such case, the Free Transform Tool is what you need. This tool allows you to manipulate your objects and shapes in many ways. This tutorial will provide you with...

The post Guide to the Free Transform Tool in Adobe Illustrator appeared first on Bittbox.

On Sep 2nd, 2010, I spoke at a design conference called Frontend 2010 (hosted by IXD) in Oslo, Norway. Below is the slide of my presentation. You may read the recap on Web Designer Wall or download the presentation at SlideShare.

Check out the latest theme that I just released yesterday on Themify named Photobox. It is a WordPress theme for photobloggers. The theme features a gallery slider on the homepage and a lightbox gallery in the posts using WordPress built-in media gallery feature. No additional plugin is required to install this theme. Read more details […]

After 3.5+ years, I finally gave Web Designer Wall a new look. The new design is not just visually appealing, but well coded in technical point of view. I incorporated a lot of new web standard techniques such as HTML5, CSS3, and media queries. The new design works on all devices and resolutions. The design […]

I recently redesigned Best Web Gallery with responsive features. Check it out!

If you are interested to buy icons from IconDock or themes from Themify, I have a coupon code for you. Use ‘ndesign’ coupon code on IconDock to save 20% off any icon sets. The discount code on Themify is also the same ‘ndesign’. You can save 20% off any WordPress themes.

Below is the latest illustration, Redesign the Web Poster, that I did for Smashing Magazine’s poster design contest: Redesign the Web, Redesign the World. The work is done with Adobe Illustrator and then touched up with Photoshop.

I haven’t updated this blog for the longest time. Today I have something very exciting to present. I’ve been working very hard with the Themify team on a new theme builder for WordPress called Themify Flow. It is a lightweight, fast performance framework, which allows you to build responsive themes. Everything is done within WordPress […]

A very dry Bonnington Linn, the upper waterfall of the Falls of Clyde.

Earn while you sleep: Realistic passive income ideas you can pursue part time! Ditch the 9-5 with the right idea, hard work, & these essential tools.

Hire a WooCommerce developer who's reliable, affordable, & gets the job done on time. 4 ways to find the right fit. Here’s what to ask first.

Ready to migrate from GoDaddy to WooCommerce? 6 signs you should make the move. GoDaddy vs Woo comparison chart. Pros & cons. 3 ways to switch.

Which ecommerce business model is best for your idea? Long-term and short-term strategies for operations, profits, and a successful launch.

Planning a new online business? Conduct a competitive analysis to understand your market, beat your rivals, and position your brand for success.

It’s easy to underestimate the effect hosting has on how well your WordPress website operates. The right hosting plan can […]

The post 5 Best WordPress Hosting Providers to Choose From appeared first on WPHacks.

Divi and Elementor are two of the most popular visual page builders for WordPress on the market. Both tools have […]

The post Divi vs Elementor: Which WordPress Page Builder Plugin to Use and Why appeared first on WPHacks.

Have you been wanting to share your ideas with the world at large and start a WordPress blog? Maybe you’ve […]

The post How to Start a WordPress Blog (Ultimate Beginner’s Guide for 2023) appeared first on WPHacks.

The Technical Image Press Association, otherwise known as TIPA, has just released its list of...

The post No longer an Underdog, Sony cameras and lenses win multiple categories at TIPA 2022 World Awards appeared first on Alphatracks.

Understanding Flange Focal Distance. What is Flange Focal Distance? The simple textbook answer is FFD...

The post Understanding Flange Focal Distance and Lens Adapters appeared first on Alphatracks.