Please note that our print prices will be going up 10% on 2/1 to offset some of the Trump tariffs we have been forced to pay on our paper and ink. We apologize in advance and ask for your understanding.

Dunning–Kruger effect and Artists

Recently in the office we’ve been discussing the Dunning-Kruger effect. It’s a fascinating read. Ever wonder why amateurs think they’re suddenly great, or great artists under estimate themselves (The Bush-sim for this is misunderestimate)? Well, there’s actually a psychological phenomenon that describes this situation. The Dunning–Kruger effect is a cognitive bias in which relatively unskilled […]

Hiking Lake Talapus – Equirectangular Photography

[sphere 4739]   Equirectangular photography, or 360 degree photography, is achieved by taking a number of photos with a fisheye lens and then putting them together seamlessly so you can view the photograph with 3D goggles as if you were standing there.

Art Scan of the day: Artist Valerie Collymore

Today’s art scan of the day is by Valerie Collymore. We’ve been seeing a lot of Valerie as she prepares for her upcoming show on April 2nd. Valerie has a solo exhibit at the Fountainhead Gallery on April 2nd, and all are welcome to attend the opening from 5-7PM. To see more of Valerie’s artwork, […]

Art Scan of the day by Sarah Hammel

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We enjoyed scanning this artwork by Sarah Hammel this week. We love the style. You can also follow her on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/hammjammz/

Laser cutting Foil cutting and embossing

small-foil-laser, laser cut foil on wood panel

We’ve been experimenting with foil cutting and embossing. We have gold and silver foil that can be embossed onto different substrates, like wood. First you lay down the foil, then you cut the outlines using a low power setting, then peal away the portion you don’t want and press the foil again so it sticks […]