Getting there. Similar:The captain will shortly address the officers and crew. Please have the custodial bots pol…AestheticsI think this #denoising filter makes my #CGI scene look a bit like a hand-illustrated chil…I think this #denoising filter makes my …Aesthetics"Godspell" is sure to entertain audiences of all ages and faithsThat’s me in the white shirt, with…
Taking a break from my syllabustering in order to design some stairs. I’ve learned so much this summer! #blender3d Similar:Our 2014 class banner was an iPad. I can’t believe I just noticed that today.PersonalReplica of George Washington’s field camp. @fortligonierReplica of George Washington’s field cam…PersonalGil Gerard (1943-2025) I built a model of the two-pronged Sta…CultureSharing…
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The barbican at Mickelgate was pulled down in the 1800s but I made a rough approximation from other sources. #medievalyork #blender3d Similar:Enjoying live theater.The Illustrious Invalid. @kinetictheatre_pghPersonalSunny but cool. Great day for a long walk with my son.PersonalSpring 2023 Midterm Grades: Submitted!PersonalKeeping things in the proper perspective at 4Cs: Praise for my delivery of a…
John Speed’s 1611 map of #medievalyork features a “scale of paces.” My #unity3d placeholder character currently takes 45 steps to run the distance Speed marked as 50 paces. (I can adjust that easily.) Similar:I was perhaps a bit more conversational and chipper than usual during class today. A grinn…I was perhaps a bit more conversational…
As those familiar with the liberal arts know, in antiquity there were seven such arts. Three formed the trivium of the humanities: rhetoric, grammar, and logic. And four formed the quadrivium of the sciences: music, arithmetic, geometry, and astronomy. The assertion was this was the knowledge one required to participate as a citizen, as a…
If I ever share something that turns out to be disinformation, please let me know. WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kremlin is turning to unwitting Americans and commercial public relations firms in Russia to spread disinformation about the U.S. presidential race, top intelligence officials said Monday, detailing the latest efforts by America’s adversaries to shape public…
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I’ve roughed out earthen embankments for the city walls. I know there was at some point a moat but this is more than enough accuracy for now. #blender3d #medievalyork #mysteryplay Similar:From The 'London Times' of 1904A Mark Twain short story, written in 189…CybercultureA #neovictorian #steampunk ship-of-the-line needs a dramatic flag and a conveniently locat…AestheticsForgotten closet…
Your first test layout of medieval city streets will be your worst. #blender3d #medievalyork Background details for a #mysteryplay project. Similar:The girl will be performing as the Dew Drop Fairy in the Dec 8 evening performance of The …AestheticsHappy Easter 2016PersonalImpact of One-size-fits-all Web DesignI don’t particularly miss the splash lan…BusinessThe Declaration of Independence (Dramatic…
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I’ll be seeing the final performance tomorrow. @bigstormpc Similar:Another square of #steampunk control panel eye candy. #blender3d #blender3dart #design #a…AestheticsShe doesn't have keys or a phone or an ID. Why does my tween need a purse?To stash her Lemonheads and Smarties. ht…AmusingIf I don't design the control panels for my fantasy #steampunk project, who will?…
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Today’s #blender3d modeling, inspired by a satellite photo courtesy of Google Maps. (I’m not aiming for architectural perfection, but with each try I’m definitely leveling up.) #medievalyork #mysteryplay Similar:Today's 10 sq cm of retro #steampunk control panel. #blender3d #blender3dartAestheticsWhen He Clicked the Link, You Won't Believe How Disappointed He WasAuthors of overhyped link text are…
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The cast of comical, quirky characters are most enjoyable. Marigold (Carolyn Jerz) is hilarious as the new age, love child who always sees the best in everybody and everything. Jerz floats, whirls, and glides across the stage. She’s delightful and believable in her role. Her presence on stage brings lightness and spreads joy. —Burgh Vivant…