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Taking a break from my syllabustering in order to design some stairs. I’ve learned so much this summer! #blender3d Similar:If I don’t design the sign for the pub on my #steampunk space cruiser, who will? #prioriti… AestheticsLighting makes a difference. The officers' pub from the interplanetary cruiser #steampunk … AestheticsRhythm of the Dance (Irish dance,…
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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:Salesman at Pittsburgh Public Theatre. PersonalWhat a great time everyone had at the "Cabbies."CultureAnonymous comment cards from student journalists at the end of the second week. These folks are amazing! It’s such a…AcademiaLooking forward towards…
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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:How not to attract women to coding: Make tech pinkJust watched videos of the musicals “Tho…AcademiaOverwhelmed? Start a new to-do list with "1) Breathe; 2)…
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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…