Creative Arts
Which design and illustration software should you be using?
Learn about the most popular design and illustration software available, and how to choose the right ones for your projects.
How to get freelance writing jobs
Freelance writing can be a fulfilling career, but how do you get freelance writing jobs? We’ve compiled a guide to help.
Writing and citation formats: APA, MLA, CMS & Harvard
When writing your next paper, you may need to choose between citation formats and adopt one. But what are they, and how should you choose one?
How to improve your writing skills
From tweets to covering letters, we write a lot every day. So how do you improve your writing skills? Find out in our guide.
How to get past writer’s block: 12 tactics
Struggling to put pen to paper? In this guide, we show you how to get past writer’s block once and for all, whether you’re writing a book or an essay.
Is writing better than typing? Science says yes
Keyboards have become our default method of capturing information, so why does science say that writing is better than typing?
Is shorthand writing still worth learning?
If you regularly take hand-written notes, shorthand writing can be a lifesaver. Discover the history of shorthand, and how to learn this ancient skill.
What is the Rule of Thirds in photography?
To make your pictures pop, follow the simple, yet intuitive rule of thirds in photography for sharper images.
7 reasons why writing is important
Have you ever wondered why writing is important? This guide will explain how it can improve your mental health, your career prospects and much more.
What is narrative writing?
Learn more about the skill of storytelling, its importance, and how narrative writing is used.
The invention of photography: Documenting the human experience
From its humble beginnings in the Renaissance to its foothold in modern art, we take a look at the invention of photography and its rapid evolution.
4 writing styles for any project
Learn about the main writing styles: expository, descriptive, persuasive and narrative, what they look like, and how to use them yourself.