Staff Report | Aug 4, 2023
The crowdfunding platform will allow projects that use AI tools to generate text, images, or other content, but creators must provide details about how they use AI. Those that violate the guidelines could be restricted from launching future campaigns.
By Stephen Beale | Mar 24, 2023
We recently pledged that we would avoid use of AI-generated content unless it was to illustrate stories on that topic. But Adobe Stock is now making it difficult to honor that commitment due to the way the company has implemented its AI policies.
By Stephen Beale | Jan 18, 2023
With its ability to produce mashups, generative AI is well-suited for creating steampunk imagery. Nevertheless, we intend to avoid use of these images – in most cases. Here’s a closer look at the technology and why it’s causing a stir.
Staff Report | Sep 15, 2022
If you’re a reader of this publication, you’ve seen the work of Letterhead Fonts even if you don’t realize it. The type foundry’s creations include the font we use in our logo, as well as others on the site. Now LHF is offering an exclusive deal for our readers.
Staff Report | Aug 4, 2021
Here’s a new destination for your steampunk itinerary, if you’re in the Seattle area. At Contrivance Wine & Mead Co., you can sample concoctions such as the Airship Red Blend or Strawberry Rhubarb Mead, then purchase bottles to take home.
Staff Report | Jan 1, 2021
On New Year’s Day, you can have your pick of the fonts from Comicraft at substantial discounts. They normally sell for up to $139 per family, but in honor of the new year, you can have your pick for $20.21.
Staff Report | Dec 18, 2020
The Walden Font Co. has released a package of 12 typefaces and nine dingbat fonts inspired by the Jugendstil art movement of late 19th century Germany. This follows the earlier release of “The New Victorian Printshop.”
Staff Report | Nov 20, 2020
Finland’s Scope Labs released The Periscope, an omnidirectional condenser microphone with steampunk styling. It might look like a novelty product, but it’s aimed at recording professionals.
Title pages from old insurance maps are models for steampunk and neo-Victorian design
Staff Report | May 21, 2020
Old maps might seem like an unusual source for design inspiration. But the fire insurance maps published in the 19th and early 20th centuries by the Sanborn Map Company have had a big influence on steampunk and neo-Victorian design.
A quick guide to color in steampunk images, plus useful online tools for building color themes
By Stephen Beale | Apr 7, 2020
Steampunk imagery can include the full spectrum of reproducible colors, but browns and other warm colors tend to dominate. Learn more about colors in steampunk art as well as tools for generating your own steampunk color themes.