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Well, it does make sense that he would smell like a chimney. (submitted by Anne) - ianf ⌘

This painting is "Griselda" by Maxfield Parrish: And here's a photo of Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia for comparison. Previously seen: R2-D2, AT-AT Walkers, the Death Star, more.... - ianf ⌘

Jennifer shows you how to use the Warp Text option in Photoshop. A quick and easy way to distort your text. Related posts:Making A Clipping Mask With Text In PhotoshopFive Photoshop Type Speed TipsCreate Type Within A Shape In Photoshop - ianf ⌘

Dear AFP Family, When you’re in love, you want to shout it from the rooftops and when you’re engaged, well, you want to shout it to everyone you know. Thus, the awkward engagement photo. Inspired by the upcoming comedy Leap Year, starring Amy Adams and Matthew Goode in theaters January 8th, we’ll be premiering a special [...] - ianf ⌘

It’s not easy to upstage the tree. (submitted by Jenny) - ianf ⌘

A recent survey on the use of microstock photography websites has shown that not everyone is paying their way. Related posts:Getty Images Call For Artists On FlickrWeb Hosting Survey Shows Growth OpportunitiesSurvey Says: Freelancers Sacrifice Bigger Salaries to Work Alone - ianf ⌘

Somebody wanted their hair to be just right for Santa this year. (submitted Shawna) - ianf ⌘

“My uncle decided that my grandfather spent too much time in the bathroom. For Christmas, he got him a padded toilet seat so he would be more comfortable. Super awkward.” (submitted by Kelley) - ianf ⌘

Not who you typically find under the mistletoe. (submitted by Donna) - ianf ⌘

Way ahead of their time. (submitted by Tina) - ianf ⌘

Does designing "above the fold" matter? Perhaps not, but a new Google tool could help you optimize the position of the most important elements on your page. Related posts:Google Working on Browser: What About Mozilla?What is a Browser? Google Explains…Google Offers 3D Rendering in the Browser - ianf ⌘

via 9to5mac.com Some great design concepts for an eReader are brought forth here. Worth a watch. I especially like the "heat up the content" method of showing contextually appropriate admin tools. Permalink | Leave a comment  » - ianf ⌘

In the final part of her series on design principles, Jennifer takes a look at the type of color schemes you can put together to create mood. Related posts:For the Color-Palette-ImpairedRemove Color Casts Using Photoshop Lab ColorQuick ‘n’ Dirty Color Correction with LAB Color - ianf ⌘

Apparently, her list was longer than Santa was prepared for. (submitted by Tim) - ianf ⌘

Today at the COP 15 Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, M.I.T. students introduced the technologically advanced Copenhagen Wheel. In addition to including various sensors and Bluetooth capability, the tire stores kinetic energy from braking for a later burst of speed. The makers of the Copenhagen Wheel from M.I.T.'s SENSEable City Laboratory claim that the new features mark the advent of "Biking 2.0," a new era based on smarter bikes and easier rides. The wheel is certainly a step in that direction; it includes sensors for detecting distance, speed, direction, all of which are beamed via Bluetooth to the rider's iPhone. The wheel also includes a built-in lock that sends the rider a text if tampered with. But the most notable feature of the Copenhagen Wheel is its KERS or Kinetic Energy Recovery System, a mechanism by which energy from braking is stored up for later use, giving the rider a boost when going up a hill or speeding through traffic. Some bicycle purists have already... - ianf ⌘

This spool of thread seems to carry a warning:... - ianf ⌘

Clearly, some have outgrown Christmas. (submitted by Cam) - ianf ⌘

It’s going to take a lot of egg nog to get this gentleman in the Christmas spirit. (submitted by Brenda) - ianf ⌘

via fastcompany.com Are you in there somewhere or everywhere? Permalink | Leave a comment  » - ianf ⌘

Pantone have revealed their color for 2010. Jennifer takes a look. Related posts:Got The Black Hat Blues? Put On Your Thinking Cap!Colorize Black and White PhotosMaking Your Web Colors Visible For All – Five Color Accessibility Tools - ianf ⌘

This family travelled all the way to their front yard to chop down this festive shrub. (submitted by Rachael) - ianf ⌘

Jennifer shows you how to create the effect of one image made of multiple photographs in Photoshop using shape layers and layer effects. Related posts:Making silhouettes in PhotoshopMake A Big, Beautiful Call-To-Action Button In PhotoshopMaking A Clipping Mask With Text In Photoshop - ianf ⌘

Hayon Studio has completed Octium, a new concept jewelry shop, located in 360º mall in Kuwait, Octium presents the work of various exclusive jewelry designers from around the globe. Jaime Hayon's design offers an innovative approach to an interior. Most elements were custom designed for the project using contrasting finishes ... - ianf ⌘

Encapsulated in a glass drop, the imprisoned water freezes after a few hours in the freezer then spreads its coolness through the glass by finding its liquid state. Beyond its sustainable and reusable aspect, this object has a not unimportant consequence over the moment of the tasting of a good ... - ianf ⌘

Thank you to the AFP family for sending in your awkward holiday pics! Now it’s time to let the countdown begin… Now we know how he plans on getting down the chimney. (submitted by Anonymous) - ianf ⌘

What do you get when you cross an Olympic speed skater with the Easter Bunny and throw in a stripper for the hell of it? (submitted by Sara) - ianf ⌘

Too young to return. (submitted by Marissa) - ianf ⌘

One of my best friends came to Vancouver yesterday. Love you buddy. - ianf ⌘