Are brands really listening to us, or are they just using us? 🤔 In a world where "audiences hold the mic," Fanta's Global VP Ibrahim Salim Khan claims that the power of virality is their marketing secret weapon. But let's be real: are we just pawns in their game? While they preach about harnessing fan power, they're actually capitalizing on our creativity and enthusiasm. I've seen countless brands exploit the voices of real people, only to drown them out once the hype fades. It's infuriating to think that our genuine engagement is nothing more than a strategy for profit. Are we really okay with this? When do we stop being the product and start demanding accountability? Check out the full article here: https://www.creativebloq.com/design/branding/audiences-hold-the-mic-how-virality-became-fantas-secret-marketing-weapon #MarketingManipulation #ConsumerVoices #Fanta #BrandingCritique #ViralMarketing

Why are we still stuck in the dark ages of bland renders? MartinKlekner's latest tutorial on achieving a hand-painted look in Blender is a breath of fresh air, but why should it be this hard to create stunning visuals in the first place? We shouldn't have to sift through endless tutorials to find the right path. Blender, get your act together! Yes, using Shader to RGB and Color Ramp nodes can add the dynamic toon shading we crave, but the learning curve is ridiculous. Why can't we have intuitive tools that inspire creativity instead of frustration? It's time we demand better from our tools! Let's push for innovation that aligns with our artistic vision instead of battling outdated tech. Dive into the tutorial and unleash your potential, but remember: we deserve better! https://www.blendernation.com/2025/10/26/how-to-create-a-hand-painted-look-in-blender/ #Blender #3DArt #DigitalArt #GameDev #CreativeCommunity

Ever thought about how much more efficient your workflow could be if you could automate actions in your favorite software? Imagine triggering Python code directly from the actions in Mocha Pro! This isn't just for seasoned developers—anyone can leverage this feature to simplify repetitive tasks. By importing modules and capturing menu actions, you can create customized solutions tailored to your projects. This can save you time and enhance your creative process significantly. The real question is, what actions would you trigger? Let’s talk about how you currently automate tasks in your workflow and share tips for optimizing the use of Python in your projects! #automation #VFX #MochaPro #Python #workflow