There are many tactics for learning a second (or third) language. Most can be rather daunting, and employ a very traditional form of memorization—with a couple tricks thrown in. New webapp LexiCandy is different. It utilizes an array of media (including songs and TV shows) to engage participants on a cultural level—making learning extra exciting. Immersion is the best way to grab hold of a …
Leading up to new year’s eve, social media sites fill up with flipbook-like posts compiling the best of users’ years. As a more artistic option, drawing upon the colors and tones of the last 365 days, NYC-based design agency HUSH developed Weevmee; a web application that builds one custom woven image from an entire year’s worth of source material—in essence, a digital fingerprint. And while …
Centuries of study have been dedicated to pairing food and wine, but music has long been an important part of the cooking process, as well as the dining environment. The passionate, music-loving app developers at Artisan Council recognized the artistry of playlists paired with food—and Supper.mx was born. This website and Spotify app offer a soundtrack for every food-related occasion, all of which are in …
