DESIGN PORTFOLIO GUIDE- To get accepted into an I.D. University degree

Universities/ Colleges often require you to submit a portfolio in order to be accepted into the degree. Many of you will have no idea what exactly should be in it- this guide will help. This information was originally sent to someone who asked me for help on this subject, and I thought you guys could benefit from this as well.

QUICK RENDERING TECHNIQUE - Great for vivid concept drawing

In this drawing tutorial I will show you one of the quickest and easiest ways to render your concepts. This is ideal for when you want basic renders that effectively communicate your concept ideas. It only uses two simple brushes and can all be done on one layer.

I WANT YOU TO WRITE FOR DESIGN FOR STUDENTS

When I first decided to start this site, I had one single goal. To create something that has not been done- A community where anybody can write about life as a design student. I have written articles, set up social media accounts, developed this website, tried to make the site take life. Its missing one thing. Something I can not do myself. I need to make this site a community. For designers, for students, for people who want to share their knowledge and to learn from what others have to share. I need the people who want to create and inspire creation. I need to build a community- I need you to help.

If you want to write about design, experiences at Uni / College, share photos and videos- whatever you want to share and learn. I want this site to become the place you can do that.

Email your article ideas, stories, projects and work to dazzmanfish@gmail.com OR write in the comments section OR message me through the Design for Students Google+ page.

USING LAYERS IN DIGITAL PAINTINGS - How to improve artwork with layers

The defining feature that makes digital painting superior over physical painting is layering. This article will show you how using layers will efficiently and easily improve your artwork, taking you through it step by step and layer by layer.

HOW TO DRAW - PRODUCT DESIGN STYLE - Incredible drawings using simple techniques

These steps will show you how to draw anything from scratch and in a way that looks flawless. The best part is that anybody with any drawing ability can follow these steps. This tutorial will show you how to draw in an industrial / product design style which is different and more effective than other ways I have seen. Even more advanced drawers will probably learn something. This tutorial focuses on drawing with a graphics tablet but also applies to pen and paper drawing.

MECHALAMP lighting up a room

Finally I have taken some photos of the MECHALAMP lighting up a room. The clear lamp shade directs most of the light whilst also filling the room with a unique deep blue ambiance. It offers an unprecedented lighting experience.

HOW FIREWORKS WORK - Innovations of ridiculous fireworks displays

Like a moth to a patterned explosive flame, everyone likes watching fireworks. How are they made and what crazy innovations are used to make these perfectly timed color-splosions work? DfS investigates...