I’m not satisfied with the WordPress “prompt thumbnail” screenshot. The created screenshot is a result of a pingback. Is it possible to customize the thumbnail? Is it crazy to say that we want somebody to click on our little square box to visit our blog? In my opinion, half of my thumbnail doesn’t offer any useful summary of my blog post. For example, what is the point of showing a small tiny menu and a title? In other words, the main menu is hard to read at that size. Also, why is the name of the post displayed twice? First in white overlayed, then on the image.
Prompt Thumbnail 📚
What I do know is that if I change my theme, restart, then the screenshot changes. What exactly takes the screenshot, I do not know. I do know that it has something to do with the pingback I create using the prompt. For example, today’s prompt is conversant. Last night, I created a blog post on my latest sketches using this technique.
thumbnail of WordPress prompt
Existing Custom Thumbnail
How does it work?
Interestingly, there is a documentation about how it all works. If you’re not familiar with the daily prompts, take a look at the article challenge-instructions. If you want to learn more about the prompts, please read the article comments pingbacks. Granted if you are lazy like me, see how WordPress defined pingback below.
A pingback is a particular type of comment, when you link to another blog post, as long as the other blog is set to accept pingbacks. To generate a pingback, link to another WordPress blog post. If that post has pingbacks enabled, the blog owner will see a pingback appear in their comments section.
This morning I decided to work on my phoenix sketches. Furthermore, I wanted a way to capture a small time-lapse of my drawing. In doing this, it will give me a way to share my progress with you. For example, I can show you all the steps in between as opposed to a still image. Likewise, I used a tool called open broadcaster software or OBS for short. If you’re interested in becoming conversant in OBS take a look at How to use Open Broadcaster Software? With the combination of SketchBook Pro and OBS, I started drawing. Upon finishing the video capture, the challenge of editing and combining the video files is the last step.
Phoenix Sketches are Underway V3
Phoenix Sketches are Underway V3 😍
Wait, let’s go back in time because we lost the plot. On the train in route to work, I found a nice comfy corner seat. Then, I started digging for the Venue Pro 11 tablet and active digital pen in my backpack. It’s not the best tablet, but it’s affordable and satisfies my needs. Also, everything is ready for drawing, but I always get this feeling of eyes watching. Do you ever do something and see somebody gazing for a moment but not interacting with you in any way? When it happens, I wish they would give me feedback on my art because it would help me improve it. What do you recommend I try to do to get more interaction with the MTA riders of New York?
Loudly talking about my picture while I draw?
Drawing things I see on the train?
Sketching MTA trains because it relates to the tin can I take to work every day?
What else should I add to this list?
Why the Phoenix⁉
Okay, so why did the Phoenix sketch? I started this project during my ski trip to Killington, and I wanted to see how far it would go. But, I don’t want to stretch this project out too long. Thus, I plan to set a deadline of this week. Placing a project end date is important because it will help me grow. In other words, I want to experience different types, mystical creatures. For example, I got a book on drawing dragons, and I’m excited to get back to it. In other news, I included the time-lapse video of my Phoenix; please let me know what you think?
To show my Valentines day experience, I choose to write about it. In other words, I want you to experience what I felt during my day. For Example, people have several ways to celebrate it. My morning started with my alarm waking me up 15 minutes earlier than usual. I had made plans to leave on time so that I can make it for my painting event. After painting, I had planned to have dinner at Salaam Bombay. It’s an Indian restaurant a few blocks away from the Muse Paintbar. Also, it serves buffet-style lunch. Then I went home.
Valentines Day Experience in Review 2018
Valentines Day Experience in Review
I came to work early today to paint. I left work around 6 pm and walked down Chambers street. I used google maps app on my 360 Google Watch while listening to my favorite podcast. “Your Moms House.” Then, I made a right turn on Greenwich street and walked a few blocks and saw a big sign, Muse Paint Bar. I took off my headphones and sent out a few messages and walked in. I expected a restaurant bar, kind of like two business in one. A counter at the front, the hallway filled with canvas and painting easels. The instructors were bartending and signing us up for the lesson. When I got my self-registered, I hung my work costume in the closet and walked over to the back to find my seat. I got a call from a friend about a ski trip and walked into the bathroom downstairs. Lots of different paintings for sale. I saw a picture of bears and a lady riding it away from the sun. It was worth 750$.
Finished Two Birds In Front of Moonlight – Muse Paintbar
Unfinished Two Birds In Front of Moonlight – Muse Paintbar
Two Birds In Front of Moonlight Side – Muse Paintbar
Two Birds In Front of Moon Light – Muse Paintbar
Beautiful Paintings – Muse Paintbar
Painting Easel – Muse Paintbar
How do people decide the worth of a painting?
Time spent
Stress level
Similar paintings
What else should I add to this list? I’m Striving to Become a Professional Artist, I wrote that article because I want to get in bed with the field. For example, the best way to do so is to ask questions and experience it.
Leaving Muse Paintbar
We finished painting and said our goodbyes. After using the bathroom and washing my hands, I got back upstairs to grab my art and went with my friend. In my mind, I thought what a horrible experience. I left with a beautiful picture, but I felt like I can’t reproduce what I had created. In other words, the class shows you step by step how to break down a painting. What do you guys suggest I do in a class like that? In other words, how do I make the most out of this experience? Don’t get me wrong; it’s a great idea for Valentine’s day experience. For example, the fun will be when you and your partner try to work together on a painting. If you’re interested in trying it out and want to thank me, you can use my referral code, Muse-71E2s. When you apply it at checkout, we both earn $10!
View of Freedom Tower Closer – Muse Paintbar
View of Freedom Tower – Muse Paintbar
Salaam Bombay (Quick Overview)
It is a short walk over to Salaam Bombay. When we got to the place we ate and order the following items
What do you think of my writing style and grammar?
I signed up for premium version “Grammarly” because I want to learn how to write better. Be that as it may, I was thinking of joining more art contest. For example, I checked ArtStation and deviant art. I noticed the beneath the waves contest. I was thinking of doing it even though it’s over. What do you guys think?
In other news, I want to find a way to share the current progress of my drawings. In other words, small nib bits of my experience making it. People don’t give feedback because they want something in return. I am not sure how to work this out. Completely unrelated, I got an email from my favorite computer hardware company, EVGA. Can this be a suitable reward?
They are running a giveaway. If you want to win extra gear from EVGA, please check out this page https://wn.nr/qhsM9A. It will give me and you an entry into the contest.
A few weeks ago, I went to VR world. It is a new place for me; thus I remember feeling nervous. I ask myself this question: Does everybody get this feeling when they visit a new site? Great day, nonetheless, I remember looking for places to visit while in the area. I noticed that ThinkGeek was sharing a store with GameStop. After VR World we decided to walk up 5th Ave. So for that reason, I discovered stores and, a few churches along the way. For example, we stopped at Muji, Microsoft store, and Uniqlo.
VR World
VR World in Manhattan
Being a nervous wreck, I walked up to the place. Okay, I was kind of excited too. We got greeted by the front desk and then asked to register. Yet, the registration form crashed several times. It took me forever to fill it out. In other words, the keycard is a permit to keep ourselves in line. Anyway, the guides explained to us how to use our key cards. For example, if we are late we lose our spot. Each keycard allows for a single queue. While not every VR station requires a keycard. Finally, we got everything in order, we went through the gates and started exploring.
VR World: Interesting Games
While exploring the games, I noticed a VR game called Icaros. It’s a workout station, where you use your body weight to travel through magical circles. I left that one alone for now and walked upstairs to try the bathrooms. On my way out, I walked over to a game called Tilt Brush, but it wasn’t working. At the corner of my eye, the girls were trying out Boxing and Fruit Ninja. Yet, I didn’t share the same excitement and walked over to the rock climbing section. “The Climb” is cool, when I got in, I thought I was going to die! I remember the lady helping me from pooping my pants. I spent most of my day trying out Tilt Brush because I love to paint!
Taxi Color Picker Tilt Brush
Taxi Side Tilt Brush
Finger & Tilt Brush
Taxi Wheel Tilt Brush
What happened at ThinkGeek?
We popped in, and I noticed that it is sharing its space with GameStop. For those that don’t know, it’s a store for famous movie and game merchandise. For example, if you’re interested in collecting comics or figurines. Yes, I saw Captain America’s large shield, for those Marvel fans! Yet, fascinated by stuffed Pikachu dolls, I spent a few minutes taking pictures. We started getting hungry and found ourselves walking towards the food court.
Walking Up Fifth Ave
My sister didn’t have an unlimited MetroCard, so we ended up walking. I didn’t mind it at all. Also, I love walking because it’s part of my workout. When we got to the food-court, we spent a good hour deciding what to eat and eating… We ventured off to the makeup store. I recall the girls looking for masks and makeup remover. Leaving that, we continued walking up the ave.
Amazon Store: Virgin
On the fifth, an Amazon store appeared. I found a fascinating book for a friend. He loves his dog, Men & Dogs (The Men And Series). I like it because they show which dog and men go well together. On our way to the Microsoft store, the girls got cold, so we stopped into Muji. Yet, I never heard of it. It’s a beautiful store. It’s meant to be an office supply store. For example, I have never seen so many pencils and pens laid out in circles to try. In other words, they have little post-it notes that we can draw and test. I love this model. I must have spent a good half hour testing pens and drawing. I took the liberty in writing my blog address.
Microsoft Store: The Goal
My goal is to try the Hololens and the Surface Pro. I don’t agree with the price since I don’t own it, but I want it for drawing. Also, Microsoft wasn’t doing the Hololens demos that day. I remember an employee saying that they are bringing in the big wigs for demos. The store itself is fantastic. I didn’t even know it had more than one floor. The second floor has a setup like the Apple store on Soho in Manhattan. Computers and laptops. Employers were helping and teaching customers. To my surprise, I discovered a sizeable flat touch-screen TV. I started drawing on it, and I loved it so much. Yet, I forgot to take a picture of the image.
Uniqlo: The Flag Ship Store
After leaving Microsoft Store, we walked across the street and entered Uniqlo. The girls were browsing and using the bathroom. I was questioning everything about the technology. I’ll admit, I am a bit skeptical. Also, I never owned Uniqlo clothes, so I can’t say if this technology works. Being at their flagship store and it is significant. I felt a bit intimidated. In other words, I didn’t even know what to buy. When it was time to leave, we all getting something warm downstairs from Starbucks. For example, I got a hot chocolate and candies. I don’t remember what candy I got, but it was good.
A few days ago, I had looked at my WordPress follow button because I don’t like how it placed and it’s style. I needed a way to hide and show the follow my blog button. In fact, my inspiration came from the original style. So, I started googling for helpful WordPress Plugins. For example, I need a way to attach my follow button to the bottom right and fade it when the user scrolls the mouse wheel. Despite my journey with WordPress support, I managed to find a few plugins/CSS to help me with the result I needed. Here is a list of useful items that helped me:
Headroom.js is a lightweight, high-performance JS widget (with no dependencies!) that allows you to react to the user’s scroll. The header on this site is a living example, it slides out of view when scrolling down and slides back in when scrolling up.
Ad management plugin with many advanced advertising features. Supports all kinds of WordPress ads including Google AdSense, contextual Amazon Native Shopping Ads, Media.net and rotating banners.
The nice thing about this combination of plugins is that I can customize the look and feel. In other words, I popped in some JavaScript, CSS and got a few new features. For example, when the user scrolls down, the button hides or doesn’t bother you while you read my posts! Also, that alone was a trill because of how fluidly it disappears. Yet, Headroom works on your call to action and navigation headers. In other words, hide your header until you need it. Please let me know if you feel that I should add more to this list?
I added some ads in between posts. What do you think? Bad idea? distracting? How do you plan to make cash from blogging? Let me know in the comments below?
Hello my fellow inspired eyes, I got an interesting surprise for you over the horizon! In other words, I want to give back to my faithful followers. Also, my goal is to connect with you, so that I give back to the community. In other words, as an artist, I can give you featured images or artwork for your site. For example, you can use my artwork for a story or poem. Yet, I want to congratulate Dronstad on getting his 300th recruit. I know it means a lot to him because he works hard on his stories. Plus, I want to thank you for giving me the nomination. Without delay, please see who I nominate for the Quill Commander Award, story, and rules below.
Quill Commander Award – Detail 📜
But first, how will you soar for the stars if you don’t have wings? I got you covered. A friend of mine was kind enough to create a NEW EMBLEM for you guys and here is the moment where all of you get your “Dronstad Cyber Wings”.
Dronstad wings Quill Commander Award
Again, thank you DRONSTAD for nominating me for the Quill Commander Award.
“The purpose of this award is to promote patriotism. Along with it, this reward is created to unify bloggers from different Countries through tolerance and appreciation of their nationality. We are already unified by our love for writing and reading, so this is a token of that love.”
~ Dronstad
The Rules for the Quill Commander Award 📝
Thank the blogger who nominated you and post a link to their blog
List the rules of the award
Post a photo of your National flag and anthem
Leave a favorite quote
Nominate a few loyal bloggers
Flag and Anthem 🚩 🎶
Flag of the United States
Quote 🛎️
CREATIVITY IS CONTAGIOUS, PASS IT ON ~ ALBERT EINSTEIN
For all the participants, I left you a couple of photos in my Gallery segment that you can use for your blogs as a cover. Also, feel free to use “Dronstad Wings” as a cover photo or in any other context that includes this promotion to a rank and an Award. ~ Dronstad
3D studios are all over the world. Not to mention, I was going through my ArtStation emails, and I realized I got so many job locations. In the same light, it’s good to know where 3D studios are in the world. For example, see if any of these are near your home? However, I worry that the names of some of these places might change and the location. Thus, I created a table of location and studio name. In short, use this list to find 3D studios in your neighborhood. Otherwise, move to a place where there are more of them.
Anti 3D
What about 3D Studios in ArtStation? 🎨
At the same time, ArtStationhas famous artists who create content almost every day. Also, you take part in contests and get your work noticed by some of these studios listed below. Also, let me know what you think of this list? For example, feel free to add your suggestions using the comments below. Also, I plan to add links to the studios. Not to mention, if you see something that needs a URL, let me know in the comments.
Dream 3D Studios 🤖
My dream studio should be in a cold place. At the time of writing, I was thinking about skiing. It would be super cool if I could work at Riot Games while I would go in as an intern for 3D or concept art. Not to mention, the work environment is excellent in many ways. Based on my research, Riot Games have fair pay, perks, advanced equipment, and a beautiful campus, to name a few. Although, reading some reviews on Glassdoor, seems not so great. Is it fair to ask, better to work there first, then cast judgment?
Anti 3D Studios Featured Image
The inspiring image is from my wonderful ski trip to Mt Snow in Vermont. Also, I am fortunate enough to discover the teardrop technique. Not only, but it is also useful to me because it helps me to decide which colors to use in my artwork. Interestingly, I was on YouTube, and I discovered an excellent way tochoose colors!Plus, I can include the character into mylegendstories. Also, if you’re curious about the post, it’s about a heroic character living during the global warming crisis. Thus, going back to the tool, I encourage you to go ahead and try it out for yourself. Finally, go ahead and post your creations, so I can share them with the artist who has created the idea.
Lady Mt Snow
SpaceDraw
I try to draw every day, but sometimes I work on 3D. For example, I created a small tutorial on building large towers using an Android app called “SpaceDraw.” Besides, I talked so much about 3D, so go ahead and check it out, it’s pretty sweet.
Closing thoughts
Thank you for reading 3D Studios, if my writing helped you or you enjoyed the piece feel free to leave a comment below. As promised, below are the studios by location.
Please have mercy, today was a simple day, more straightforward than usual. I woke up with a plan to visit my girl. In the same light, I needed to pack. I knew I would be staying for a few days. As a result, I packed two pairs of everything. For example, I got my socks and underwear. Yet, I dislike packing because I never have any way to organize. Thus, a few months ago I put in some time and researched ways to pack better. Thereupon, I discovered packing cubes and simplified my life. After I finished packing and getting ready, I left to catch my train to work.
The Timeless Knowledge Train 🚂
My train ride seemed longer today. I forgave the train for its lateness. Then, I started working on a dragon head in 3/4 view. In other words, this view is harder to draw because it shows action and direction. Besides, I started reading Dragonart: How to Draw Fantastic Dragons and Fantasy Creatures. For example, from that book, I created a few sketches of circle and line shapes. Also, I made sure that I used a blue pencil because it will make it easier to sketch on top with a red pencil. Thus, you can achieve a cleaner and faster result. If you combine layers, pencil color and lower the opacity. Without delay, my train reached its destination and I rushed out to reach work.
Can thoughts be actionable? 🎬
At work, I had many different thoughts. For example, I had wanted to resolve some coding issues for a while. Yet, all I can say is that the day was productive and work got done. In contrast, I had some issues with WordPress Publicize. Also, I got upset at the engineers, but I showed mercy and asked them to add a new feature. For one thing, I learned that many of the connected services do not include the tags I create for the post. For this reason, I lose impressions on Twitter and other social platforms. Yet, Tumblr is the only service that posts the tags. Thus, after speaking with “Happiness Engineers”, they recommend trying somethings. Either getting a plugin or inserting tags into the custom message. Afterword, the day went by fast and I made my way to my girl’s place.
Yesterday, I organized my sludge and added my stories underneath the thoughts menu. Also, let me know if you are having any issues accessing them? As a matter a fact, I learned that I can create menu’s using WordPress categories! Next day, I was on my way to work and I decided to learn how to draw a female character. Yet, that is when the sludge rolled in, her breasts and hair didn’t work. Not to mention, her hands and legs looked like sausages. Although this may be true, her belly and pelvis came out great! Thus, I know what I need to work on and I’ll continue improving those areas.
Where is the inspiration? 👨🎤👩🎤
I’m reading a book called Fantasy Characters, you can get it from Amazon. In the first place, Peffer, does a good job breaking everything into easy to follow steps. Yet, after following along learned that I need to improve hair and proportion drawing. In the same light, I want to go back and work on drawing dragons. Also, this author wrote Dragonart: How to Draw Fantastic Dragons and Fantasy Creatures. As a result, I will create a new dragon tomorrow and share it with my favorite readers!
6.2 Dragon Sludge
Weekend Plans ❤️
I don’t have a lot of time. In the same fashion, I need to prepare for my ski trip. Coupled with organizing my clothes for the trip, I lost some sleep. In like manner, here I am talking about my other passion. Not to mention, I love the challenge of the slopes and I’m eager to improve. Yet, I’m thinking, how will I be able to draw! Thus, I decided to use my phone to create quick sketches. Also, I don’t want to carry too much stuff. Tonight, I will buy snacks for my ski trip, then eat, put on my ski boots and try to draw.
