Issue #39 of befores & afters magazine goes in-depth on the visual effects in Dean DeBlois live-action How to Train Your Dragon.Issue #39 of befores & afters magazine covers the design of the dragons, including Toothless, the on-set puppeteering, the shooting of flying scenes on gimbals, and the extensive visualization, digital visual effects, animation and CG work by Framestore.If youre a DIGITAL MAGAZINE tier member, youll be able to download the mag direct from theshop post.Not a member? Sign up as aDIGITAL MAGAZINE subscriber, or buy the mag direct from theshop post(to do that, purchase the post to get the mag).Theres also details on the LiDAR, photogrammetry and scanning contributions from Clear Angle Studios, and in-depths perspectives on animation from multiple contributors.The issue includes interviews with the following:production visual effects supervisor Christian Manzproduction animation supervisor Glen McIntoshcreature puppetry supervisor Tom Wiltonspecial effects motion control supervisor Pete BrittenFramestore visual effects supervisor Andy KindFramestore visual effects supervisor Francois LambertFramestore visual effects supervisor Glenn MelenhorstFramestore visual effects supervisor Dom HellierFramestore global head of visual development Owen JacksonFramestore visualization supervisor Jon AllenYou can also grab the issue inPRINTfrom Amazon (thats the US store, make sure you try your local Amazon store, too).Heres the links to various Amazon stores:USA:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FS28HXZPUK:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FS28HXZPCanada:https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FS28HXZPGermany:https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FS28HXZPFrance:https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0FS28HXZPSpain:https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0FS28HXZPItaly:https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0FS28HXZPAustralia:https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FS28HXZPJapan:https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0FS28HXZPSweden:https://www.amazon.se/dp/B0FS28HXZPPoland:https://www.amazon.pl/dp/B0FS28HXZPNetherlands:https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B0FS28HXZPThe post How to Train Your Dragon the new issue of the magazine is out! appeared first on befores & afters.

Zhang Hao@sleeeeeepyz - Lunar New Year is upon us and its coming up on February 10th, 2024! As this is the year of the dragon, we couldnt miss the opportunity to host Caras first art challenge of the year with something so mythical and fun. Want to join in? Read on for details! Year of the Dragon Challenge #LNY2024 Unleash your imagination based on the theme of Asian dragons. (This is the year of the wood dragon, if you are curious about the element!)If you need a little inspiration, scroll down for an assortment of past dragons and lunar new year celebration art from the Cara community. How to ParticipateInclude the #LNY2024 hashtag when posting your work on CaraAny media, style, finishsketches and WIPs posts are always a joy to see! Submit as many entries as you like Date: Ends on Feb 25th, 2024 Join our Discord server to chat about history, lore, research, and WIPs!The #LNY2024 hashtag will be a featured tab on Caras Explore page through February 2024.We will also conclude with an editorial feature at the events conclusion! Kan Liu@artof666k - Connection About Lunar New YearLunar New Year follows the lunar calendar, which runs in a 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac animals. Each year is ruled by a specific zodiac sign and element, and 2024 is the Year of the Wood Dragon. In Chinese astrology for yin and yang, this is the year of the Yang-Wood Dragon. Celebrations can start a few days before the new year and last for days after, depending on the region. On Cara, we will start by featuring some past works with an assortment of dragons and lunar new year art for your enjoyment. We look forward to your pieces at the end of the event. We hope you have fun, and wish you a Happy Lunar New Year! The Cara Teamcara | twitter | instagram | buy us a coffee yushan@yushan - Qiwuzu Serpentiform Family, White Dragon Alena N@ymhin - MYTHBOOK 3 Fugurisko@fugurisko - Ruins Exploration Kan Liu @artof666k - WaterSleeves Dance & The Dragon aosma @aosm - cciko @cciko - 5 vosian @vosian - Dragon Amir Borghei @amirdraws - The Dragon's Rest Temple GaoMingze @snowgao - Pi Pei @pipei321 - 23-24 Daria Shestakova @lethendralis - Magical Items Illustrations Penett @penett - Year of the blue dragon kongtiaoxiaotailang @kongtiaoxiaotailang - Alex Kuhn @alexkuhn - Dragon Kevin Glint @kevinglint - The Immortal Podium: Enigmatic Dragon Phil Liu @eclypse - Azure Dragon Audre Schutte @charamath - Fox dragon free sculpt Kuang Hong @noah-kh - Xuan Yuan Gaowen Fu @gfu97 - Old dragon lord YINJIE CEN @infall - 2022.Dragon's Rise: The Forgotten Realms YINJIE CEN @infall - 2022.Dragon's Rise: The Forgotten Realms YINJIE CEN @infall - 2022.Dragon's Rise: The Forgotten Realms Casey Straka @cstraka - Copper King My Hanh @myxhanh - Dragon Bees @paintedbees - Sisu Redesign Vo Trong Hieu @umgj - Girl with the Dragon Chafer @chafer - Happy New Year Nikittysan @nikittysan - BICHIGHU, the History Recorder Dragonfish Russell06h @russell - Cassandra Jean @cassandrajean - Year of the Dragon Rowena Doge @rowenadoge - Beyond the Skies (2021-2022) 8th creation @8thcreation - White dragoness of Eteos Olongtea @olongtea550 - Auspicious Year of the Rabbit~ kongtiaoxiaotailang @kongtiaoxiaotailang - pipi @pipi - LAMP @lamp - Have questions? Join us on Discord!cara | twitter | instagram | buy us a coffee

It appears that day trading could get easier.The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, known as FINRA, on Tuesday announced it had approved amendments that will replace the current day trading and pattern day trading rules, including the minimum equity of $25,000 for pattern day traders.The proposed change, if approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), would mean traders would no longer need to maintain a minimum $25,000 balance in amargin accountto execute four or more day trades within a five-business-day period, CNBC reported.Heres a quick breakdown of what that means.What is day trading?Day trading, as defined by FINRAs margin rule, refers to a trading strategy where an individual buys and sells (or sells and buys) the same securityin a margin accounton the same day, in an attempt to profit from small movements in the price of the security. FINRAs margin rule for day trading applies to day trading in any security, includingoptions.Day trading in acash accountis not permitted.All securities purchased in the cash account must be paid for in full before they are sold. What constitutes a pattern day trader?According toFINRA rules, youre considered a pattern day trader if you executefour or more day trades within five business daysprovided that the number of day trades represents more than 6% of your total trades in the margin account for that same five business day period.Why the change? The changes come as part of FINRAs attempt to adapt their rules for todays high-tech trading environment. The proposal incorporates feedback FINRA received from member firms, industry groups, and investors.The Boards recent approval and discussion of various rule proposals are a key part of FINRAs ongoing efforts to enhance its regulatory effectiveness and efficiency through the FINRA Forward initiative, FINRA board chair Scott Curtis said in a statement. The Board and FINRAs leadership team will continue to prioritize helping enable member firms to better serve investors and facilitate strong and fair capital markets.FINRA announced that the move follows a retrospective review that considered input from brokerage firms, industry groups, and investors.If approved, it would be one of the most significant changes in trading rules since 2001, when the pattern day trading rule was put in place to protect less experienced investors from large losses.

Most museums have massive storage areas, where they store all of the stuff that's not in the exhibition halls. These storage areas are always closed off to the public. But London's Victoria & Albert Museum has done something really cool, and turned the storage area itself into an accessible destination in its own right. It's called the V&A East Storehouse. The space almost reminds me of the Collector's Museum in "Guardians of the Galaxy."It opened earlier this year, and was designed by NYC studio Diller Scofidio + Renfro and British architecture firm Austin-Smith:Lord. Inside you'll find, in addition to books and proper archives, some 250,000 artifacts and objects sitting within curated displays. You can even, by request, handle some of the objects. You can also access a loft overlooking the Conservation Studios, where you can observe curators at work, preparing objects for display. There are even recreations of famous spaces that you can peer into. As two examples, here's Frank Lloyd Wright's Kaufmann Office, and the fabulous Frankfurt Kitchen, the then-radical ergonomic galley concept designed by Margarete Schtte-Lihotzky in 1926. The entire space is four levels, and it looks like you could spend all day there. Note that the floor is a steel grate, so you'll want to consider your choice of footwear.There is a cafeteria, and also a locker room at the entrance, where you're required to leave your bags and coats. (They don't want any artifacts falling into your pockets.) The V&A East Storehouse is free to the public and no reservations are required. You can learn more here.

Dragon Tiny Homes has shattered expectations with their latest creation, the Webster, a sprawling 32-foot tiny house that redefines compact living possibilities. Breaking away from the companys traditional focus on ultra-small, budget-friendly models, this three-bedroom giant represents their most ambitious design to date. At 32 feet long and 8.5 feet wide, this isnt your typical tiny house, commanding attention with impressive dimensions and a thoughtful layout that accommodates up to six people comfortably.The Webster immediately impresses with its intelligent use of vertical space and soaring 11-foot ceilings in the main living area. The ground-level master bedroom provides convenient access for adults, while two generous lofts offer private retreats for children or guests. This multi-level approach maximizes living space without sacrificing comfort or privacy, addressing one of the biggest challenges in tiny house design while creating an unexpectedly spacious feel that rivals traditional homes.Designer: Dragon Tiny HomesThe kitchen represents a significant upgrade from typical tiny house standards, featuring full-size appliances, including a dishwasher, that transforms meal preparation from a cramped chore into an enjoyable experience. Generous storage solutions, featuring both upper and lower cabinets, ensure everything has its place, while spacious countertops provide ample workspace for serious cooking. This attention to full-size amenities makes the Webster genuinely suitable for long-term family living rather than just weekend getaways.Perhaps most impressive is the bathroom, which Dragon Tiny Homes describes as their largest to date. The combination bathroom and laundry area eliminates the compromise usually required in tiny living, offering both functionality and comfort. The ground-level master bedroom provides convenient access and privacy, while the two spacious lofts create distinct sleeping areas. Natural light floods throughout via strategically placed windows, maintaining an open, airy atmosphere that defies typical tiny house limitations.The living room serves as Websters crown jewel, with dramatic tall ceilings creating an entertainment space that feels genuinely roomy. Dragon Tiny Homes currently offers an exceptional package deal for early adopters. The Webster model home, priced at $85,000, includes its own lot, private yard, driveway, plus six months of free rent at the Savannah Acres Community in Georgia. This limited-time offer represents extraordinary value for immediate tiny living adoption.The Websters versatility extends beyond family housing, with spacious design and high-end finishes making it equally suitable for Airbnb rental properties. Currently available as a model home at the Georgia community, Dragon Tiny Homes plans to offer the Webster as a standard construction option soon. Future buyers will enjoy extensive customization opportunities, particularly for kitchen and bathroom configurations, allowing personalization while maintaining core strengths that prove tiny doesnt mean compromised living.The post Dragon Tiny Homes Unveils the Webster: A Game-Changing 32-Foot Family Haven first appeared on Yanko Design.