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Creative software can sometimes cost you an arm and a leg, but does it have to? My name is Nick, and I’ve spent the last few years learning and practicing various forms of digital art on a thin budget. I actively avoid products released by Adobe due to their outrageous prices. As a result, I’ve found oodles of useful programs that can be used to replace the titan’s pricey product...

I am currently a Membership Clerk at Do Space, and my favorite part of the job is interacting with people (both coworkers and patrons). I love having conversations with patrons, hearing their stories, telling anecdotes that make them laugh, complimenting their outfits. I am, by nature, a very social person, and I love being around and engaging with others. (This is also true outside of work. I...

The kids have been out of school for a month now. You’ve probably been home from work just as long. The risk of being perpetually bored looms. Why not try some of these low-tech maker activities? I’ve focused on two types of supplies that makers usually have floating around the house or can easily be ordered without having to go into a store--yarn and fabric and paper and cardboard. Yarn and...

Making digital art can be expensive, but it doesn’t always have to be. My name is Nick, and for a few years now I’ve been learning the art of digital design on a tight budget. After aggressively avoiding Adobe products due to their high prices, I’ve discovered a collection of different programs that are good stand-ins for Adobe’s expensive line-up.  AI(Adobe Illustrator) is a powerful...

While STEM education is definitely important (that’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), I prefer the model that promotes STEAM education (that’s all of the above, plus an “A” for “Art”). While your kids are at home and schools are closed, it will definitely be tricky to try to fit in everything they need to learn. However, I strongly encourage making some time for art at...

Are you a graphic designer? Then this blog is probably not for you. You probably have both the design skills and the software knowledge to create sharp, modern looking marketing materials. No, this post is for the rest of us -- for the people who need basic, but sharp looking marketing material. For everyone who may not have quick access to a great graphic designer there's Canva. What is...

Hey, guys! It’s no secret that you can find and do almost anything online. Since the creation of the world wide web we have been presented with a plethora of opportunities; we can talk to family and friends via our web cams, phones or tablet, we can go to school in our pajamas and we can even order food from McDonald’s and have it delivered to us! It’s exciting, but if you’re not...

Announcing our new digital services available now while Do Space is closed to the public! Live webinars and recorded instructional videos. Check out our Do Space Calendar for full schedule HERE! Instructional videos on our YouTube Channel HERE! Live webinars will also be recorded and posted on YouTube. Basic online tech help via email and chat. You can email us at:...

It’s spring time! Okay, maybe not today with the cold front that just crawled through and snow and ice in the forecast, but the calendar say it’s spring. And whether you have kids at home who need something to do, or you just need some time away from Zoom, there are some great apps that can help you explore your backyard! iNaturalist - This is one of my favorite apps. I use it when I'm...

Have you found yourself with some time and a burning desire to learn how to use Adobe Indesign? Maybe it’s suddenly been added to your tasks as you navigate working from home? Don’t worry, I can help! Using a carefully curated list of wonderful tutorials on the Adobe website, I will give you a guided tour of how to get up and running with Adobe Indesign in just 5 day--or 5 hours if you...