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In the world of decals, it’s all about the ratio. At SOE, we often get questions regarding changing either width or height of decals. This blog is to help guide you through the art of sizing your next masterpiece. Let’s get to it! How Do I Pick The Right Size For My Custom Decal?  The decal dimensions are defined as width by height. Width is how long the art is from one side to the other. And the height is how tall the decal is.   The Effect Of Size Modifications On The Overall Design   Remember that it doesn’t matter if...

How do you unleash your creative muse? Better yet, what is a muse? A muse is a person or personified force that is the source of inspiration for a creative artist.  Historically, the “muse” referred to one of the Greek goddesses that personified the arts and sciences. They anthropomorphized inspiration and the desire to obtain it. Over time the meaning has evolved. As you are likely aware, many renowned artists were inspired by a muse. Dora Maar was the muse and lover of Picasso. Maar was an artist of photography and inspired many of Picasso’s famous paintings, among which are...

Our lives are made up of moments. A single moment can change our life’s trajectory. Because of this, taking time to reflect on defining moments is important to self discovery. How do you go about this exercise? Introspection   Can you recollect a moment that significantly impacted the direction of your life? Reflect back on your meaningful moments. They can be big or small, but must be poignant.  Insight  What do these moments have in common? What do they reveal about your character? What strengths and weaknesses did they bring forth? How did you express them? Did you notice this at...

"Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind."  -William Shakespeare, "A Midsummer Night's Dream" This quote turns out to be literal. Love is a matter of the heart we say. But, are you aware of the impact love has on one’s mind? With Valentine's Day being celebrated this month, it seems appropriate to explore this connection.  Studies show that when people look into the face of the person who they love, specific brain areas light up. In case you are interested, the specific areas include the medial insula, the anterior cingulate cortex, and segments of the dorsal striatum....

Perhaps the transition from 2020 to 2021 is a chance to reframe the idea of a New Year’s resolution. Life is a journey. ‘Try, try again’ is not just an old adage. Today is a new day. Tomorrow presents its own opportunities. Do not expect perfection; expect adventure. Life is our largest canvas. It affords us the freedom to make choices that result in real outcomes. And, if we want to shift direction, we can.  Reformation does not only occur in the new year. But, it is that time of year when we generally pause to reflect and redirect. If...