January 29, 2005 Newsletter

The site has finally surpassed half a million visitors. It’s really come a long way since I first decided to build it. A few months ago I went back to the original site … it wasn’t database-driven… it was built with frames. Every time I wanted to add a new area… I’d have to edit many pages! Back then I was happy to get fifty visitors in a day.

So the site has come along well. It’s not a pain when adding something. There are thousands of visitors a day viewing hundreds of articles on dozens of topics and thousands of photos and images. I am happy to have reached the half-million mark.

Like always, I am glad for the submissions that members make, along with suggestions about ways to improve the site.

I haven’t had a lot of free time to add to the site recently. But there are a few things out there to show. 99.7 The Blitz is listing some of my Rock to Remember photos on its website. Also, CMH Magazine used my interview of Noise Auction in their last publication.

I also wanted to make note that Michael Crosby, who has been an extension of my family since 1999, was recently keynoted by the U.S. Army. I don’t always share the same convictions and politics that Michael does, but I am proud of what he has accomplished with himself. Re-enlisting at the age of fifty, he has proven that his dedication to something he believes in can pay out in the long run.

That’s it for this week. I look forward to seeing some more work from our members!

Take Care and have a safe, creative week!
Shawn Olson

Totals on Artistic Network

Stats	Total	This Period
Visitors	520025	39708
Articles	967	11
Members	120	3

Hole in my Heel The story of how I survived a wound that killed legendary Achilles. Posted on 01.28.05 by Shawn Olson

My Industrial Art Some unusual digital art composed from my photos and a portrait. Posted on 01.28.05 by Shawn Olson

Yet Another Untitled poem For love and love lost Posted on 01.28.05 by Jaci Kunz

Remote Moments Poem about getting past apathy and taking control. Posted on 01.26.05 by Shawn Olson

Frost on Glass Poem about staying positive when times are dark. Posted on 01.24.05 by Shawn Olson

Waterfall My first piece of digital art. Posted on 01.21.05 by Jennifer Pugh

Our House is a Danger Zone The smoke alarm and dirty diapers are ganging up on us! Posted on 01.19.05 by David Leonhardt

My Identity Crisis Some careers are easy to define. None of mine are. Just what DO I want to be when I grow up? Posted on 01.19.05 by David Leonhardt

Help! The Kids Are Taking Over They hold the kitchen. They won the living room. Now they have a toehold on the upstairs landing. Posted on 01.19.05 by David Leonhardt

Get more than just "a presence" on the Internet So many websites are set up without a complete marketing plan. No wonder they don't perform. Posted on 01.19.05 by David Leonhardt