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The 2023 Kleon Studios Gift Guide

Austin Kleon • 5235 implied HN points • 24 Nov 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Personal Projects
  1. Books make great gifts for creative people, especially titles that inspire and help them with their work. Consider gifting titles like 'Steal Like an Artist' or 'Show Your Work!'.
  2. A one-line-a-day diary is an easy and fun way to keep track of thoughts and moments over time. It's a great gift for anyone wanting to start journaling.
  3. Creative tools like unique pencils, notebooks, and art supplies can spark joy and inspiration. Kits and bundles with these items can be thoughtful gifts for artists and writers.

Building my dream studio

Austin Kleon • 6734 implied HN points • 06 Dec 22
🎨 Art & Illustration Creative Process Personal Projects
  1. Creating a dedicated workspace can boost your creativity, especially if it reflects your personal style and needs. Building a space designed just for you can help keep things organized and focused.
  2. It's important to stay flexible and open-minded when designing your workspace. Things can change during the process, and being adaptable can help you make the most of any situation.
  3. Natural light and a good view are crucial for a productive environment. A well-lit space can make working feel enjoyable, transforming how you approach your projects.

One page diary

Austin Kleon • 2158 implied HN points • 14 Jun 22
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Techniques Video content Personal Projects
  1. Creating a one-page diary is a simple exercise that encourages you to reflect on the best thing that happened each day. It helps you practice cheerful thinking by focusing on the positives.
  2. Using tools like a brush pen and a slow writing method can enhance your diary experience. This slows you down and allows for more thoughtful reflection.
  3. Incorporating video into your diary practice can make it more creative and engaging. Filming your process can help you share your work, even if it's just for yourself.

Where do we go from here

Normcore Tech • 1155 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Social media Artificial Intelligence Data science Tech Trends Personal Projects
  1. The landscape of social media is changing with platforms like Twitter and Facebook losing users to newer platforms like TikTok
  2. Users are moving to private, fragmented social media landscapes with platforms like Discord and Mastodon
  3. Creators are facing challenges in standing out in the mass-creation of art facilitated by tools like ChatGPT and StableDiffusion
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You Forgot One, Ben Franklin

Fireside Chat Logs • 79 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Gaming Job search Skill development Personal Projects Industry insights
  1. Layoffs are a common experience in the games industry, and it's important to be prepared for them.
  2. During a period of unemployment, focus on updating resumes, exploring benefits, networking, and pursuing personal projects.
  3. Embracing creativity by working on passion projects like developing games can be a fulfilling endeavor during challenging times.

Embracing Love with a Hint of Karpathy ❤️

Sector 6 | The Newsletter of AIM • 19 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Personal Projects Career Paths OpenAI
  1. Instead of just trying to find love or a perfect job, focus on what you're truly passionate about. Doing what you love can lead to greater fulfillment.
  2. Andrej Karpathy chose to leave his job at OpenAI to pursue his personal projects. This shows that sometimes following your own path is the best choice.
  3. Even in the middle of workplace drama, Karpathy stayed focused on his interests, like teaching others about technology through his tutorials. Staying true to your goals is important.

🌞 the dawn of a new era!

vrk loves paper • 39 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Software Startups Creative Tools Personal Projects
  1. The author has left their job to pursue personal projects, specifically creating software focused on paper crafts. They feel excited and ready for this new adventure.
  2. They redesigned their personal website to showcase their work and story, aiming to make it fun and inviting for visitors.
  3. The author is exploring new topics each month, with a focus on printing photos this month, while also being open to other creative side projects.