The Price of Learning: Gradecard Dilemma
There is a paradox concerning a parent's push for good grades. The kids don't care about learning.
SMD Collision Mesh Tool
Download the SMD Collision Mesh Prep Tool for 3D Studio Max and learn how to use it.
Photos of Little Hayden
Baby photos of Hayden Olson. Shots with Dewey, at the Air Force Museum and his first Christmas.
Using PHOTO-PAINT
Series of tutorials to help aspiring graphic designers learn to be proficient in the often-neglected environment of Corel PHOTO-PAINT.
Tone Curve
Tone Curve tutorial: how to use the Tone Curve function to edit a photo or graphic to bring out the optimum color and brightness.
Unsharp Mask - Remove Blur from Digital Photos
Many high-end digital cameras soften images. Sometimes the photographer wants the detail back.
Moments to Remember
Reflective story on important moments in life.
Adieu Cringe
2003 is coming to an end with the final Cringe show. This year my mother died, my friend John Hart died, and my favorite band broke up.
Online Vs Print
Essay on the values of web publishing over printed media relating to marketing.
Major Directory Changes at ShawnOlson.Net
Topics pages now only list articles by Shawn Olson and very close friends and family.