Articles by: Mehera Bonner

It's 12:00 AM, you're finally getting ready for bed after a six hour long Photoshop jag, and you suddenly realize that your image of an industrial wall would look way edgier with some lettering splashed on it. Thanks to the handy Displace Filter, it's pretty easy to layer a 2D typeface onto the 3D surface in your photo.

[caption id="attachment_11955" align="alignnone" width="620"] Toni Morrison, via Wikimedia Commons[/caption] Tavi Gevinson, Lena Dunham and Jean-Michel Basquiat have one thing in common: They were recognized for their talent at an impressively young age. Tavi was just 12 when her blog, Style Rookie (and, later, Rookie Magazine) went viral, Basquiat achieved worldwide success for his art at 23, and Lena Dunham rocketed to fame with Tiny Furniture when she was 24.

[caption id="attachment_11898" align="alignnone" width="620"] Image via Flickr[/caption] Fortunately for those who are creatively inclined, the creative process doesn't always depend on tools, instruments or art supplies. But they certainly help!

There's hardly a day that goes by where we don't find ourselves hopping on Etsy on the hunt for the perfect gift. This maker-friendly site has quickly turned into our go-to source for cutting edge home goods, clothes, office supplies and even furniture, so it's no surprise that Etsy has an estimated 26 million items listed at any given time.

The holidays are going to be here faster than you can say "candy cane binge," and chances are you still have a few presents to buy –– specifically for the photographer mom in your life. If your wife (or mother!

The holidays are all about eating until you're in a food coma (or at least until you've flopped on the floor in a pumpkin pie daze), which is why giving the gift of delicious noms is always a safe bet. Whether you're a master in the kitchen or can barely open a packet of Ramen noodles, we've rounded up a list of fun, quick and super-easy homemade holiday treats that make perfect gifts for your friends and family.

It goes without saying that CreativeLive is home to tons of super talented crafting enthusiasts. We love watching community members put their creativity to good use –– especially when their creations are turned into profitable business ventures!