Shawn Olson
Shawn Michael Olson is a technical artists and photojournalist in Central Ohio. He owns Wall Worm, Webonizer and the Artistic Network.
Autodesk Moving to Rental-Only for Software
How a company made for artists is pushing a policy that promotes more starving artists instead of thriving artists
Autodesk is now making plans to stop selling perpetual licenses and move all future business to a rental-only model.
But Words Will Never Hurt Me
Editorial on negativity and entitlement amongst online communities.
Good Memories from the Badlands
Photos from my trip to Killdeer and Medora in Western North Dakota.
The Forgotten Philosopher: A Look at John Dewey
An essay delving into the educational philosophy of John Dewey.
August 27, 2010 Newsletter
August 27, 2010 Newsletter with a review of Convexity, a game level builder plug-in for 3D Studio Max.
Software Activation, Licensing and Piracy
The problem with software activation systems in the Internet Age and the inflated claims that piracy costs billions of dollars a year.
Pursuit of Happiness
Essay on natural rights with a focus on the Pursuit of Happiness.
Educational Drop-Outs
Observations on high school drop-outs and society.