Blackwing Pencils
I got my first sample set of Blackwing pencils. I was skeptical at first, wondering why anyone would want to
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Friday, January 09, 2026Waking Up Early
After having the flu, for what seemed like with the worst symptoms possible, getting back into waking up early has been hard. Cardio (rowing and biking) at the gym has been harder than I expected too.
Caitlin Clark’s Logo with Nike
This logo speaks loudly about Caitlin Clark. It reaches out, representing a person of considerable stature beyond the basketball court.
From Spider-man to Building Websites: My Creative Evolution
In 1981, I was five years old and my favorite cartoon was Spider-Man and his Amazing Friends. The show starred
Hello World
First post.
This is a special moment. I really should have thought of something unique to write, but I didn&
Fantasy Map for Web Designers
For my day job, I illustrated this editorial illustration that represents how someone can get started with UX design. It’
Taking Notes 2024
A goal of mine in the new year is to take and create better notes. I’ve always struggled with
David Wiesner's Best Page Layouts
I first learned of David Wiesner while watching a video about Caldecott winners, and Wiesner’s book, The Three Pigs,