We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of April 28-May 11, 2014. We discuss three trends we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The top two trends were net neutrality (the FCC is yet to make a ruling on this) and the push for learning to code [&hellipThe post Episode 14: Trends for the Weeks of April 28-May 11- Net Neutrality, Coding in K12, and Wearables appeared first on Trends & Issues.

Adobe Illustrator is one of the most powerful design software packages available, and when combined with Adobe Photoshop, you can create vector and raster designs quickly and easily. As Illustrator continues to be upgraded with new features, the possibilities for creation continue to expand with patterns, 3D and lines become even more spectacular. In this post, I’ve gathered up some instructive Adobe Illustrator poster design tutorials: Add Motion in Illustrator using Lines Poster Art in Illustrator Create a Dripping Text Poster Experiment With Color in Adobe Illustrator to Create an Abstract Rose Illustration Tour De France Poster Illustrator Poster Design Tutorial Create a Mysterious Halloween Poster in Illustrator Create a Stylized Election Poster Create a Grungy Poster in Illustrator Create an Abstract Geometric Poster Related Posts Creating Professional Posters in Photoshop Illustrator Icon Design Tutorials Creative Typography Poster Designs Halloween resources Creative Poster Designs and Artworks

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of May 12-June 2, 2014. We discuss three trends we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The trends we discussed are an increase in reporting about data security of personal information-particularly related to wearables; VR/AR wearables are becoming more prevalent-competitors [&hellipThe post Episode 15: Trends for the Weeks of May 12-June 1 - Data Security, VR/AR Wearables, and Internet Trends 2014 appeared first on Trends & Issues.

This week I have a set of grunge, scratched plastic surface that comes from old fish containers. The details are really great and should be awesome as overlays or background elements in your designs. Enjoy! Download all textures as ZIP from copy.com (17.9Mb) Did you like these textures? Let us know by leaving a comment, and you can even post a link if you used them in your artwork. Related Posts Free Texture Friday - Grunge Metal 3 Free Texture Friday - Abstract Grunge 4 Free Texture Friday - Grunge Screens Free Texture Friday - Gritty Concrete Free Texture Friday - Grunge Metal 2

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of June 3-23, 2014. We discuss three trends we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The trends we discussed were a range of articles about wifi access and Internet access (in K-12 schools, in particular) based on discussions going on [&hellipThe post Episode 16: Trends for the Weeks of June 2-23 - Internet Access, Apple iWatch, and Denial of Service Attacks appeared first on Trends & Issues.

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of June 24-July 6, 2014. We discuss four trends we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). We consider two of the trends to be major trends. The first is tablet devices. The Gartner Group recently published a report (http://tnw.co/1qOGbJB) that predicts [&hellipThe post Episode 17: Trends for the Weeks of June 24-July 6 Wearable Devices Move to the Work Place, Table Devices Overtake PCs, Goolge’s PR Push, and the Search for the Killer App appeared first on Trends & Issues.

The sun is one of the most important parts of photography. It is the primary source of light in most photography (except indoor or studio scenes) and the interaction of sunlight with the Earth’s atmosphere give unique qualities to light. At sunrise or sunset, the Earth’s atmosphere scatters certain wavelengths of light and gives it an orange or reddish glow depending on the weather conditions, and the result can be breathtaking. You’ll find some beautiful examples of what results can be achieved when looking to photograph the sun when it’s orange: Energy by David Orias purple sunset by Anna Cseresnjes sun by Werol 505 PM by Andre Ardent When the Sun Goes Down by Shady S September Sun by Bragi Ingibergsson - BRIN Sun Rise Sun Set by FilmThis Sun by Thomas Riecken Over sun by Zanfirescu Grigoras Cezar Sunset by Sahir ABACI The Setting Sun by Gilad Sun by Thomas Riecken Mist Morning by Edy Santosa My Sun by Awadh Alshamlani Sun by Domenico Briganti Sunrise On My Way by Margret Hoang Until next spring by Bragi Ingibergsson - BRIN Untitled by KVLion Reflected Sun by Tony Shertila Rocky Sunset by Jacob Tietze Sun set by Saber Morning Glow by Wim Schuurmans Midnight Sun by XavierJamonet Sun by Dave McGlinchey dubai metro sunset by ALWATANI Big Sun by Jiwon Cho Sun goes down, birds return by oozhan Sunrise in the morning by weeraphon suriwongsa Endless Sun HDR by Björn Burton Untitled by Ali Areda Related Posts 30 Captivating Photographs of Eyes 30 Marvelous Underwater Photographs 30 Magical Photographs of the Moon Rocks, Stones and Pebbles in Photography Duck Photography

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of July 7-20, 2014. We discuss two trends we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The first trend (a relatively anemic one) were rumors about tablets, the iPhone 6, and wearable devices. We flipped several articles about different devices that [&hellipThe post Episode 18: Trends for the weeks of July 7-20 Rumors about Tablets, iPhone 6, & Wearables, and Continued Developments with Net Neutrality appeared first on Trends & Issues.

Food is one of those things that everyone loves, and that the mere mention of can stimulate hunger and desire to eat. Many people use websites to research new restaurants, recipes, and food suppliers. When designing for a food website, visual imagery is one of the most powerful elements. By using high quality images, clever design and interactivity, you can make a powerful impact. Food websites should leave a lasting impression of deliciousness, and these definitely do: Risotteria Milotti My Burger Quay Restaurant Blackhouse Italio Sweez Monte Re Black Ram Langtidsmodnet Panera Related Posts Delicious Examples of Food Photography Delicious Looking Food Photographs Amazing Creative Food Typography Deliciously Creative Food Logo Designs Beautiful Realistic Restaurant Architectural Visualizations

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of July 27-August 3, 2014. We discuss one trend and two other areas that were not quite trends that we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The trends we observed was security issues. There were several articles on security issues with various devices-specifically related [&hellipThe post Episode 19: Trends for the Weeks of July 27- August 3 Security Issues Surface, Reviews of New Devices, and Instructional Design Strategies and Tips appeared first on Trends & Issues.

Today I have a set of lovely grunge metal sheet textures that I’ve edited in Photoshop to create a gloomy effect. You’re free to use them for both personal and commercial projects. Have a great weekend! Download all textures as ZIP from copy.com (20.3Mb) Did you like these textures? Let us know by leaving a comment, and you can even post a link if you used them in your artwork. Related Posts Free Texture Friday - Grunge Metal 3 Free Texture Friday - Grunge Metal 2 Free Texture Friday - Rusted Metal 4 Free Texture Friday - Abstract Grunge 4 Free Texture Friday - Grunge Screens

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of August 4-17, 2014. We discuss two trends and one are to keep an eye out for that we observed as we  flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The trends we observed were cloud based classroom management tools and reviews and previews of hardware for the back-to-school [&hellipThe post Episode 20: Trends for the weeks of August 4-17 Cloud Based Classroom Management & Maturing of Wearable Devices appeared first on Trends & Issues.

Spring is often one of those seasons that people look forward to. It signals the end of the winter and the beginning of warmer weather, new sports seasons, outdoor cooking and more. Spring is also marked by the renewed growth of plants and flowers, the emergence of animals from hibernation and the lengthening of the day. For these reasons, spring is often a popular season for photographers: Springtime in Texas by Gray Holmes Spring by RobinHalioua Spring sunset in Parque De Retiro Madrid by Danny VB Seconds Before the Light went Out by Roeselien Raimond Frühling / Spring by Jake Playmo Spring view by Christophe Brutel Spring Power by Julio Alex Spring by 007TINAR Charleston SC Magnolia Plantation Garden Memory Lane by Dave Allen Spring in Gaspesie, Quebec, Canada by Danny VB It’s spring by mistty002 sharing by Firdaus Musthafa Run forest, run by Samanta Chestnut-lined Avenue in Spring by Uschi … off !!! spring by MarvinDiehl Spring Goddess by oO-Rein-Oo A Spring Moment by TroyMarcyPhotography.com Spring Owl by thrumyeye Spring comes by Luca Cirfeta Sweetwater Springs Trees by Stephen Curtin Spring Break by Wnison Spring blooms in Beacon Hill Park by rpaterso Street of Spring by Burning-Liquid Spring time by Rory Dillon Spring Time ~ Slovakia by Martin Sojka Pink Spring by BaxiaArt Spring Sky by Andrea Di Mauro Spring Burst by ¦¦¦MICHAEL¦¦¦ ™ Spring by Komkrit Thusanapanont Spring Afternoon by Pajunen No related content found.

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of August 18-31, 2014. We discuss three trends  that we observed as we flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). The trends we observed were coding as a part of the K12 curriculum, movement forward in neuroscience through the release of several studies on learning and the brain, and  September [&hellipThe post Episode 21: Trends for the Weeks of August 18-31 Coding as Part of K12 Curriculum, Neuroscience Studies, and iPhone 6 appeared first on Trends & Issues.

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of September 1-14. We discuss three trends  that we observed as we flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). We discussed three trends: Apple’s iPhone 6 and iWatch, new technology updates and speculations about new technology on the horizon, and a potpourri of resources reflecting an [&hellipThe post Episode 22 Trends and Issues for the Weeks of September 1-14 iPhone Hoopla, Speculation of New Tech, and Increased Reporting of Ed Tech Use in K12 appeared first on Trends & Issues. Tags:   Del.icio.us Facebook TweetThis Digg StumbleUpon Comments:  1 (One) on this itemCopyright © Trends & Issues [Episode 22 Trends and Issues for the Weeks of September 1-14 iPhone Hoopla, Speculation of New Tech, and Increased Reporting of Ed Tech Use in K12], All Right Reserved. 2015.

When building a new website, user interaction is key. One of the ways that you can encourage user interaction is through CSS3 effects. Now, many people add effects to their website randomly, and it slows down the site and lowers usability. When used properly, a CSS3 effect or animation should improve the experience and guide the user through the site. In this post, we’ll look at some useful CSS3 animation tutorials that help you achieve different effects: CSS3 Bounce Effect Tutorial Circle Hover Effects with CSS Transitions Tutorial App Showcase with Grid Overlay Tutorial CSS3 Slider Tutorial Expanding Overlay Effect Tutorial Triple Panel Image Slider Tutorial CSS3 Keyframe Animations Experimental CSS3 Image Transitions Interactive Infographics with CSS3 Animated Buttons with CSS3 Related Posts Awesome New CSS3 Tutorials to Try Out Useful HDR Tutorials with Spectacular Results Elegant CSS3 Menus to Download and Use Fun Text Effect Tutorials You Have to Try Great Photoshop Art & Design Tutorials

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of September 15-28. We discuss three trends  that we observed as we flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). These trends are iPhone 6 and iOS8 hit the scene, a variety of new hardware revealed, and the shellshock bug emerges. We have two recommended [&hellipThe post Episode 23 Trends and Issues for the Weeks of September 15-28 More about iPhone 6 & iOS 8, New Hardware Revealed, and Shellshock appeared first on Trends & Issues. Tags:   Del.icio.us Facebook TweetThis Digg StumbleUpon Comments:  1 (One) on this itemCopyright © Trends & Issues [Episode 23 Trends and Issues for the Weeks of September 15-28 More about iPhone 6 & iOS 8, New Hardware Revealed, and Shellshock ], All Right Reserved. 2015.

Today’s textures are vintage and rusty, perfect as overlays and backgrounds for your designs. As all of our free friday textures, they are free for personal and commercial usage. Enjoy! Download all textures as ZIP from copy.com (57.3Mb) Did you like these textures? Let us know by leaving a comment, and you can even post a link if you used them in your artwork. Related Posts Free Texture Friday - Gritty Rust Free Texture Friday - Vintage Stone Wall 2 Free Texture Friday - Vintage Book 3 Free Texture Friday - Vintage Paper 9 Free Texture Friday - Smoke

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of September 29-October 13. We discuss three trends  that we observed as we flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). These trends are the release of new mobile device products and prototypes, security concerns and op-ed pieces on net neutrality, and notably absent news [&hellip Tags:   Del.icio.us Facebook TweetThis Digg StumbleUpon Comments:  1 (One) on this itemCopyright © Trends & Issues [Episode 24 Trends for the Weeks of September 29 - October 13 New Mobile Devices, Net Neutrality & Security Concerns ], All Right Reserved. 2015.

Earth has only one moon, and it has forever fascinated mankind. A moon is a celestial body that is gravitationally bound to another planet, and Earth’s moon is theorized to have formed between a large collision between Earth and another planet early on in the solar system’s existence. The moon has an impact on a variety of Earth’s features, such as tides, and has long had superstitious beliefs associated with it (such as the moon making you crazy, which is why "loony" is derived from "luna" for Moon). The moon is great for photographers because it is sometimes visible during the day, and also provides light at night: Moonlight by Joe Manganaro Moon by Nyktalgia Moon by Alan Lamb The Moon by Nikita Kharlanov MOONRISE by Marina Cano Full Moon Stock by Moon-WillowStock Moon Rising by Erik Elston Plane over Moon by Lazarb Moonrise Over Onalaska by Matt Anderson Moon STOCK by Wyldraven Moon by decipherment Evening Moon by Radu Popovici Moon by Bkaree The Moon by Shapavolov Moon HDR by Anish Krishnan [anishk.in] Morning Moon by Maurizio Senoner Moon in color by Sasebt Harvest Moon by Goldleaf09 False colour moon by Doug German BudgetAstro.net Las Tres Marias by Mariandreher By Mike Shoys Saguaro Moon by Zoe +moon by emmekappa Blood Moon by Beth Ann French Mountains by Andrey Omelyanchuk The moon by Anders Ludvigson Moon by Thilu Clouded moon near side by Ben The Man Spider Moon by Aud262 Full Moon by Dieter Weck Related Posts Fantastic Moon & Lunar Eclipse Photos Majestic Photographs of Migrating Birds 30 Captivating Photographs of Eyes 30 Marvelous Underwater Photographs Space Photographs and Photomanipulations

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of October 14-26. We discuss three trends  that we observed as we flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). These trends are the release of the new iPad versions, return of the news on wearables with articles on Magic Leap and a plethora of [&hellip Tags:   Del.icio.us Facebook TweetThis Digg StumbleUpon Comments:  1 (One) on this itemCopyright © Trends & Issues [Episode 25: Trends for the Weeks of October 14-26 Backlash to Facebook, New iPads Released, Magic Leap and Other Wearables], All Right Reserved. 2015.

We are pleased to announce that our podcast has won the 2014 Immersive Learning Award from the Multimedia Production Division of the Association for Educational and Communications Technology (http://www.aect.org/). We received the award at the Annual Conference being held in Jacksonville, Florida (November 5-8, 2014). From the AECT conference program Web site (http://bit.ly/1x7RfGt): "The Multimedia Production [&hellip Tags:   Del.icio.us Facebook TweetThis Digg StumbleUpon Comments:  1 (One) on this itemCopyright © Trends & Issues [AECT's Multimedia Production Division: 2014 Immersive Learning Award], All Right Reserved. 2015.

These days, the vast majority of car buyers will do research online before deciding on a vehicle. Between reviews, customer forums, and the manufacturer website, there is a ton of information available on different cars. In order to stand out, a website for a car or automotive brand must be innovative, user friendly, present information in a useful manner, and have a creative twist that highlights the uniqueness of the model or brand. Let’s look at some turbocharged examples of car and automotive websites: Audi: One Million Reasons Lexus Beyond Fisker Volkswagen Caravelle Advantage Cars Citroen Cactus Toyota Dream Car of the Day Toyotown Cars Golf GTI Audi Cabriolet Related Posts Deliciously Designed Food Websites Fun and Entertaining Game Websites Creative Movie Promotional Websites Inspiring Retro Web Designs Love is in the Logo: 10 Inspiring Examples

We discuss the trends and issues we observed during the weeks of October 27-November 9. We discuss four trends that we observed as we flipped resources into our Flipboard magazine (http://bit.ly/trendsandissues). These trends relate to the presentations given at  Association for Educational Communications Technology’s  annual international conference that took place in Jacksonville, Florida from November [&hellip Tags:   Del.icio.us Facebook TweetThis Digg StumbleUpon Comments:  1 (One) on this itemCopyright © Trends & Issues [Episode 26: Trends for the Weeks of Oct. 27-Nov. 9 AECT Wrap-Up, More Security Issues, and a Focus on Learning & Cognition], All Right Reserved. 2015.