Treat tagging just like any other art form. Learn about its evolution over the years so you can spot the difference between modern, classic, and outdated trends. There are plenty of books and other materials on the subject, but popular titles include: Subway Art, written by Martha Cooper Style Wars, directed by Henry Chalfant Before you attempt your own tag, check out other people's styles. Photograph local artwork or save online images that impress you. Use these as reference as you start to develop your own style. Find these by: Searching online for uploaded images of tags. Taking a walking tour highlighting areas with active graffiti artists. Going on your own hunt for tags in your area. Keep in mind that a lot of graffiti is against the law, which means many artists have to work with only half their mind on the job at hand. Since the other half is distracted by having to keep an eye out for the cops, expect illegal tags to often be rushed and less than stellar. Because of this, focus your attention on legal artwork, since those artists were able to devote their full attention on what they were doing. Visit https://legal-walls.net/ to locate nearby artwork that was done by permission. Expect tagging to develop just like any other artform. This means that certain cities and regions may develop their own nuances, so pay attention to what's being done around you. Bring yourself up-to-date on local styles and trends. Reach out to local artists to find out their personal take on both the medium at large and their own contributions to it. This isn't to say that you should limit yourself to just your area. In fact, comparing and contrasting what local artists are doing versus what's being done in, say, Los Angeles or Berlin could be just as enlightening.

Summary: Research its history. Study others' handiwork. Favor legal artwork. Focus on your own area.

Again, choose heavy books to provide the most weight. Stack them somewhere they won't get knocked into easily. You could also use bricks instead of books for the same effect. Set a reminder on your calendar to check the flowers after a few weeks have passed to see if they're done. They should feel like fine tissue paper. If they aren't done yet, carefully shut them back into the book for another week to continue pressing them. It takes less time to press flowers with heavy books than if you were to use a wooden flower press because there is considerably more weight being applied from the books.

Summary: Stack on 2 to 3 more books to provide extra weight. Leave the flowers alone for 1 to 2 weeks to allow them to dry out fully.

Opt for the most comfortable one you can afford. Many airlines offer fully reclining seats that convert into flat beds in first class and sleeping berths with beds are often available in the first class compartments of trains. If first class travel is outside your budget, think about paying for extra leg room on a flight, especially if you are taller than average. Even if you're stuck in coach however, you can still get a seat that works for sleeping. Get a seat that reclines. If traveling by airplane, avoid the back row of the plane where the seats often don't recline fully. On overnight train journeys, reclining seats with leg rests are usually available in coach class. Pick somewhere quiet. On planes this is typically the middle rows where you are less likely to be distracted by the noise and movement of other passengers and flight attendants. If you find that being near children can disturb your sleep, avoid bulkhead seats on a plane as this is often where the cribs are located. Go for a window seat. Many passengers report that it is easier to drift off in a window seat where you can rest your head against the side of the plane or train. You are also less likely to be disturbed by another passengers getting out to the aisle. Get a good bunk on the train. On longer European train journeys, shared couchette accommodation is popular and affordable. A couchette is a room with several bunks, which you will share with strangers. The rooms lock from the inside. The top bunk is generally more secure, but if you need to get up during the night to use the bathroom it can be difficult to do so in the dark. This is more pertinent to train travel because although trains are generally very safe places, robberies do happen. When you're sleeping you are more vulnerable, so prepare for the worst by keeping valuables with you at all times. If you feel comfortable and safe it will be much easier to get some rest. Consider using a money belt that straps to your waist or thigh. If you are storing luggage in the overhead bins, make sure the opening is facing away from the aisle and consider using a lock. Packing these items in your hand luggage will help you create the right conditions for sleep. An eye mask. Many airlines give these out for free when you board but they are not generally available on trains. Opt for an eye mask with a flap that comes down over the top of your nose to keep the light out as much as possible. Earplugs. Airplanes and trains can be very loud places, with the sounds of other passengers, the meal and drink service and plane engine noise potentially disrupting your rest. Bring foam or silicone earplugs so that you can block out the noise and get some sleep. As you settle into your seat, tell your neighbor that you are planning on sleeping. On a plane, let the flight attendants know that you don't need to be woken up for meals or drinks. Set it for an hour before you are scheduled to arrive at your destination. Remember that you may be crossing several time zones and be aware of the local time at your destination. Feeling prepared and ready for what's ahead will help you to relax and get some sleep without worrying about what will happen at your destination.

Summary: Choose your seat or bunk carefully. Secure your belongings. Bring the necessary equipment to encourage sleep. Communicate to avoid being woken up. Set an alarm.

The general tendency of a kicker is to shoot the ball opposite the goalie. Knowing this tendency can help you more effectively anticipate where a kicker will shoot the ball. One study showed that almost 70% of penalty kicks taken went to the side opposite the kicker's dominant foot: right-footed players kicked to their left and the keeper's right and vice versa. This mimics the natural swing of the foot across the body because it is difficult to shoot to the opposite corner using an instep kick. If you can't read the player or the ball, it's best to assume that you should go right for a right-footed kicker and left for a left footer. Just as it's important to pay attention to the other team's players during the game, it's also wise to study them before you meet them on the field. This will give you an idea of how they generally play and also highlight any playing patterns by individual players. Watch videos of the other teams matches to acquaint yourself with their playing style. If you are near your opposing team or cannot get a video of them playing, visit one of their games. Studying the motions of a player on a computer can also improve your ability to read the movements a shooter makes because these give away clues about how they will play. Knowing how to anticipate any body's movement is something that can help any goalkeeper defend shots on goal. By learning the principles of kinesiology, or the study of movement, you can become a much more effective goalie, especially against penalty kicks. Most colleges offer courses in kinesiology, though you can also find online courses at places like the University of Utah or Sam Houston State University.
Summary: Know the penalty shot statistics. Study the opposite team before the match. Learn about kinesiology.