I was approached on LinkedIn with the opportunity to work to help train an AI, for an hourly wage that’s much higher than I would get for teaching an extra class at my university. I thought about it. I told myself it would help me do my job better if I have a clear sense…
Support the humans who make art in your community. Death of a Salesman. #wirerecorderlife #fountainpenlife #howdotheywhipcheese #nobodydastblamethisman #bernardwormrising Similar:Today's lunarbaboon… there might be something in my eye. Hey! Want me to take her f…AwesomeI created about a dozen basic building shapes, with textures to add variety. #goodenough #…I created about a dozen basic building s…AestheticsMore…
Beautiful set. Support the humans who do arts in your community (instead of settling for AI sludge.) Similar:Very interesting adaptation of Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice. #pptlaytime @thepublicpghCultureMy Kids Loved Narnia but Were Unimpressed by Turkish DelightAmerican kids today would have little id…AmusingValid for any new yearEthicsUnmarked papers today. How it started, how it's going.PersonalMarching in…
Vibing to a park saxophonist as I code for an upcoming conference presentation, and wait to see The Coffin Maker. A neighbor is sending some distinctly fruity smoke my way. Similar:Stage Right Nation goes Into the Woods at Saint Vincent Summer Theater. Great job Renata, …Stage Right Nation goes Into the Woods a…PersonalExcited for Annette…
Details for a modular mid-range scoutship, from the #steampunk #neovictorian bedtime stories I used to tell my now-adult children. #blender3d Similar:Creative People Say NoWhen I was a master’s student working as…AcademiaPittsburgh in the Round review of The Outsiders”It’s due to a slew of rich, physically …BooksNo, these "Perspective matters" photographers aren't misrepresenting the size of…
Proper commenting is an important part of coding any project, especially in an educational context. #ChoiceScript #journalism Similar:In June 2021 I roughed out the proportions and deck heights for the flagship of the #steam…AestheticsPict Classic Theatre Romeo and Juliet. PersonalTake a look at the moon tonight!I wish I had the time or energy to get o…AestheticsA…
My basement dehumidifier was flashing an error code. YouTube had a tutorial with a possible fix. The thing is running now. Waiting to see whether the error returns. Similar:"I think the Exposition Officer's bridge station might have too many control pan…PersonalStudents in “A.I. and the Future of Literacy” are presenting now in Cecilian Hall. @setonh…PersonalNew…
Joel Lipton, 10 years old at the time, wrote to Peanuts cartoonist Charles Schulz. Fast-forward to this past February, when Lipton and his wife were cleaning out their closet. […] “Dear Joel,” the letter reads. “I think it is more difficult these days to define what makes a good citizen then it has ever been…
Apple has apologized, but like writer Peter C. Baker, I’m not quite ready to let go of that really horrifying ad depicting a roomful of beautifully displayed musical instruments, sound gear, art supplies, and even toys being slowly squashed by a huge hydraulic press (ostensibly to highlight the creative potential of the latest iPad). Picture…
I’m very amused at this nerdy news story about some tension between a judge who asks for legible documents and a lawyer who files documents with flasher typography. While I recognize that language changes and the distinction between “font” and “typeface” is unimportant to the general public, I teach my journalism students that historically…
This friendly gangster was parked at WalMart in Johnstown yesterday. Similar:Jesus Christ SuperstarI have a daughter who does things. Her n…CultureGeorge Joseph Jerz (1933-2023)George Joseph Jerz, born on September 3r…EmpathyRhythm of the Dance (Irish dance, song, and music touring show)My family thoroughly enjoyed this perfor…AestheticsThe Geekling Worked a Shatner/Nimoy Tribute into GodspellMy geekling daughter, who…
It’s unlikely to be at the forefront of the former president’s mind as he reflects on the verdict, but one immediate consequence is that Trump will probably lose the honorific title of “Mr” in the news pages of the UK’s Daily Telegraph. The Telegraph’s style guide states: “Defendants in criminal court cases … are to be referred…
Frog and Toad at the Mountain Playhouse with the daughter. Similar:Enjoying more live theater.CultureFamily outing to the Pittsburgh National AviaryPersonalThe Girl Wins the Upper Division Monologue in the 25th Annual Pittsburgh Public Theatre's …CultureI just discovered what will grind up a significant portion of my free time over the break.So Khan Academy now has a…
She’s wearing a shirt with a frog. We are in town to see the Frog and Toad musical. This seemed logical. Similar:No interior yet. Getting there. Gotta start somewhere. Low-poly background detail for a me…No interior yet. Getting there. Gotta st…AestheticsThe Lost Art of Proofreading Plenty more where those came from. T…AmusingLast night I dreamed…
At the Johnstown Flood Museum. (May 31 1889 the neglected dam at the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club broke, unleashing devastation on the valley below.) Similar:Burgh to Burg, episode 2.AcademiaMy Minecraft-obsessed tween made this blocky foam pig at art camp. Next up: Stage Right summer musical th…AestheticsMr. Chen Goes to WuhanA Chinese media personality…
Your first #blender3d retractable #steampunk landing wheels will be your worst. But you have to start somewhere. Similar:UChicago College Admissions, Indiana Jones Mystery PackageWhat we know: The package contained an i…AcademiaPopulating my simulation with a crowd. Tweaking and experimenting. #unity3d #medievalyork …PersonalOh, No. YouTube is Deleting Videos.Oh no. First YouTube institutes a “COVI…Current_EventsBroken on Purpose:…
My contribution to WAOB Audio Theatre’s plan to record all the proverbs. Similar:Am I a Bad Father Because I Let My Daughter Eat M&Ms in Her Mashed Potatoes?[poll id=”2″] AestheticsFascinating observation on Trump's ability to drive the "Spygate" story Within the span of five days, Trump we…CultureEmily Dickinson’s Singular Scrap PoetryThere’s never enough time…
Already facing scandal, the Washington Post‘s new-ish CEO and publisher, Will Lewis, has announced that the newspaper will be pivoting to artificial intelligence to turn around its dismal financial situation. […] The paper’s chief technology officer, meanwhile, announced to staffers that going forward, WaPo is to have “AI everywhere in our newsroom,” according to Tani. It’s unclear,…
Three different sized buildings. Still working on variations for the biggest one. #blender3d #medievalyork #mysteryplay Similar:Make Video Horizontal Again For confessionals or tapdance routi…AcademiaI apologize for this one. R2-D2 stars in Andrew Lloyd Weber's musical CATS.PersonalThe Hut Where the Internet Began – Atlantic MobileLet’s start at the end point: what you’r…CybercultureFirst time experimenting with depth…
More 18th Century fun @fortligonier Similar:My Anti-Linkbait Pledge: Cynical Overhyping vs. Simply Being OnlineWhen I find something interesting that a…CultureIs this stripe appearing or disappearing? FULL BLOOM (Aug 30 to Sep 2)PersonalTwitter has blocked President Trump’s account, citing policy violations.PersonalSolitaire ChessSpent a relaxing evening in playing soli…AmusingFaces the girl makes during her Luisa monologue. (Four…