The way I research (academic or otherwise) is increasingly incompatible with the tools I have. Reams of handwritten notebooks, and hundreds of word docs vs a highly tagged website only add to my self-created confusion. I'm drawn to Tinderbox software as a possible solution, but as an adamant PC user I'm locked out. How do you order your research? / How to write-up my PhD now my brain is fried? [more inside]
posted by 0bvious on Mar 16, 2012 - 10 answers

Where can I find resources on the web or in print for great art-making and unique crafty ideas for adults? [more inside]
posted by Miko on Nov 3, 2011 - 11 answers

For as long as I can remember, I always liked to draw. Unfortunately, I'm also the worst artists I've ever met. Help me change this! [more inside]
posted by GilloD on Jul 18, 2011 - 23 answers

How can I conduct research into whether or not there would be any interest for a paid tutorial website? [more inside]
posted by jsturgill on Dec 30, 2010 - 8 answers

I have no visual arts skills and want to change that this year. Where do I start? [more inside]
posted by mendel on Jan 4, 2009 - 19 answers

I want to start painting with acrylics. What are good, inexpensive supplies to get? What are some good resources/websites to learn how to start? [more inside]
posted by petah on Apr 25, 2006 - 5 answers

I'd like to learn basic 3-d modeling. Right now I have 3-d studio max r4. Are there any good online tutorials or guides that go over the basics. [more inside]
posted by delmoi on Apr 25, 2006 - 6 answers

What's the best way to learn to paint in watercolors? [more inside]
posted by icetaco on Mar 7, 2005 - 10 answers

Sound Art/Music Tech/Interesting Music: Courses (MI) [more inside]
posted by lunkfish on Feb 2, 2005 - 8 answers