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40 Handy Photoshop Custom Shape Sets: Save Time

2010-06-04T00:12:00.001-07:00

Wow... these rock. Vectors in photoshop of almost anything you can think of!

http://www.1stwebdesigner.com/freebies/handy-photoshop-custom-shapes/

Creative Outlet For Kids

2010-05-26T21:29:00.001-07:00

Check out:
www.creaza.com

Are you looking for an online creative outlet for your kids? Then you should check out free multimedia tools offered by Creaza. This is a social website that lets your kids work on various multimedia creations like cartoons, movies, audio mixes, and mind-maps.

Sprixi: Creative Commons Image Library

2009-12-25T15:03:00.001-08:00

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WebServicesDir/~3/pbrsWYO1e28/

BloggyBits: Showcase Your Latest Social Networking Activity

2009-09-07T16:01:00.001-07:00

http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WebServicesDir/~3/WwlZCdcJr1c/

The Ultimate COllection of Resources and Tutorials for Designers and Web Developers

2009-08-31T11:42:00.001-07:00

This list here is incredible.

70+ Ultimate Collection Of Inspirations And Tutorial Resources For Designers To Discover The Best Of The Web In August @ SmashingApps

Resources for People Interested in Photography - from Beginner to Advanced

2009-08-31T10:56:00.001-07:00

50 Free Resources That Will Improve Your Photography Skills

Photography is a wonderful hobby enjoyed by lots of people all over the world. It’s a very enjoyable passtime, but also a very technical one. There’s a bewildering range of cameras, lenses and accessories, and photographers also have to get to grips with computers and image editing software packages. It can get very confusing, especially for newcomers to the hobby, and there always seems to be something to new to learn, even for experienced photographers.

With this in mind we’ve put together a list of over 50 free resources that will be useful to anyone involved in photography. We’ve compiled a list of the best and most comprehensive websites that will help you get the most out of your photography equipment. You’ll find a gold mine of articles on equipment and technique, plus advice from some of the most active and well-known professional photographers practising today.

ColorSuckr: Extract Color Schemes From Images

2009-08-28T20:00:00.001-07:00

Heads up designers - with this tool not only can you extract color schemes from the photos on your computer, you can add the firefox plugin to rock your color themes throughout the web!

Sent to you by Matthew via Google Reader:

ColorSuckr: Extract Color Schemes From Images

via MakeUseOf.com by srikanth on 8/25/09

ColorSuckr is an online resource which enables you to easily extract colors from images and then generate color schemes for use in your artwork, designs and elsewhere.

To get started, just enter a direct image URL and click on 'Get Colours' button. The site will then present extracted colors along with the hex code, web safe hash code etc., You can move the color results around the page and view the color schemes for each extracted color, download schemes as Adobe .ASE swatch file or share by forwarding a link.

The application is also available as Firefox addon that makes color extraction even easier. Once installed, just right-click any image on the web to extract the 12 most common colors from it.

Features:

Easily extract colors from photos and create color schemes.
View results in XML, RSS and JSON formats.
Download schemes as Adobe .ASE swatch file.
Firefox addon that makes color extraction even easier provided.
Provides a permanent link to the color scheme.
Option to switch between the dark/light backgrounds.
Free, no sign up required.
Similar web tools: Pic2Color, Color Palette Generator and Color Combos.

Check out ColorSuckr @ www.colorsuckr.com (by Srikanth AD from Techonaut)

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StoryLineOnline: Videos of Children’s Books Read Online

2009-08-28T19:58:00.001-07:00

Check out this cool concept for kids.

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StoryLineOnline: Videos of Children’s Books Read Online

via MakeUseOf.com by kaly on 8/25/09

If you have kids and they like book stories, then make sure to check StoryLineOnline. It is a Screen Actors Foundation funded project which hosts online streaming videos with children books read by professional actors and famous people. There are currently 22 videos of popular children books available. Each video can be watched in full screen, includes subtitles and comes with additional activities.

Features:

Hosts videos showing children books read by famous actors.
Currently 22 popular children book videos are available.
Each video can be watched in full screen and includes additional activities.
Free and no registration.
Similar sites: ZuiTube, Totlol and KideoPlayer.

Check StoryLineOnline @ www.storylineonline.net

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The G1 Phone with Android

2009-06-17T00:49:00.001-07:00

Well. I've used the phone for about half a day.... so far, I love it!

Micro Persuasion: Turn Gmail Into Your Personal Nerve Center

2009-05-16T11:17:00.000-07:00

Micro Persuasion: Turn Gmail Into Your Personal Nerve Center

Zoho Takes Innovation Seriously

2009-04-17T20:50:00.001-07:00

Take Zoho Apps Anywhere With Gadgets
Apr 16, 2009 ... Zoho's six online office applications are now also available in the form of gadgets.
mashable.com

If you are a Zoho users, this news ROCKS. If you don't use Zoho - it won't matter.... However, after reading about this innovation, you might become a user overnight.

Matthew Armstrong

Scrapplet: Worth Playing With

2008-12-24T20:58:00.001-08:00

Check this out... you can create your own mash-ups and more... I can't explain the flexability of this without writing a short book - yes, their are that many features.

Let's see if there's a video on youtube. Here's a short example of making a beautiful website mash-up in 30 seconds:

Star Wars - 30 second mashup

Vlingo - The Future of Phoning.

2008-12-03T07:37:00.001-08:00

I have said that the future of phoning will be using voice to do everything from search the internet to calling people to writing blogs. Well, Vlingo - a free download for iPhone - is making this a reality. Check it out in the video below.

vlingo
vlingo provides voice recognition for mobile applications and unlocks pent-up demand for mobile data services held hostage by 12 tiny keys.
www.vlingo.com

Introducing vlingo: A Breakthrough in Voice-Powered In

Social Aggregator - Power.com - a real winner?

2008-12-02T12:32:00.001-08:00

http://www.power.com

There are a number of social networks all demanding our attention. It's nuts to have to keep up with it all - and when you don't keep track you feel like you are neglecting starving… um… like your neglecting something you shouldn't be, like your lovely chained up dog in the backyard, only this dog is wild, with more IM's and mail and stuff. From MySpace to Facebook to YouTube and on and on and on… it seems there is no way to keep your profiles and friends and networking activities organized without having to spend unhealthy amounts of time on each social network you contribute to. It's like our pets keep multiplying at rates that cause even the most dedicated pet-lover looking for the… no, don't say it… the pound! Yeah - it's a serious problem. Check out power.com - click on the pic or link below.

Power.com - Social Aggregator

Power.com - All your friends in just one place.
Don't have an account on these social sites? Try browsing through Power.com! About Us| Press| Terms of Use|Privacy Policy|Help|Contact.
www.power.com

Matthew Armstrong,
Web Developer, Youth Activist, and Friend
www.MatthewArmstrong.net
www.livingparable.com
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Till Dec. 5th - FREE INCORPORATION!

2008-12-02T12:27:00.000-08:00

Really... check this out... you still have to pay the associated state fees... but this is still an awesome deal. Want to start a business... consider this:

Incorporate Online, Incorporation Services, LLC, Trademark | MyCorporation.com

Twingr Empowers Your Own Microblogging Community

2008-11-14T20:46:00.000-08:00

Make your own twitter..... Or if you don't use twitter, make your own microblogging community. Oh yeah, it's free.

I can see the use of this for personal groups, associations, and organizations.... talk about keeping things easy and simple - maybe too simple for some - twingr could help keep everyone on the same page in a format we already use.

Check the review at mashable here: http://mashable.com/2008/11/13/twingr/

Fotoflexer: web-based image editing keeps getting better.

2008-10-21T10:08:00.001-07:00

I've used several online image editors but I have to tell you why I really like this tool. You can use layers and cut people out of backgrounds and more... which are really some advanced features, yet fotoflexer.com makes it easy.

FotoFlexer Scissors
Tutorial
www.youtube.com

FotoFlexer Smart Resize Demo
FotoFlexer brings advanced seam carving to everyone with Smart Resize. Cut people out of images and resize photos with no distortion. It's just one o...
www.youtube.com

FotoFlexer - The world's most advanced online photo editor
FotoFlexer is the most powerful online photo editor in existence. It can remove blemishes, change skin/hair color, morph photos and more! 100% free.
fotoflexer.com

Matthew Armstrong,
Web Developer, Youth Activist, and Friend
www.MatthewArmstrong.net

livingparable@gmail.com
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Free Online Photo Editors

2008-10-06T13:35:00.003-07:00

Here's a resource for online photo editing. These web apps keep getting better and better. This list is one of the best I've come across with great links. 30 + Free Online-Based Image Editors - Web-based Photoshop Express Alternatives for Picture Editing

One of my personal favorites is FotoFlexer. Picnik is well supported by a number of other media sites and keeps getting better and better.

I am for Hire: MatthewArmstrong.net

2008-10-06T11:35:00.001-07:00

This is my portfolio site (in process)... http://matthewarmstrong.net I am a webdeveloper, and graphic designer that is currently taking new clients. MatthewArmstrong.net

Freebies | You the Designer

2008-10-03T14:03:00.001-07:00

Freebies | You the Designer

This is an awesome site for web design and really anything related to graphic design in General.