How LEGO Quietly Shaped My Career in Design and Teaching
Surround yourself with what genuinely sparks curiosity. My LEGO models aren't just decorations. They are daily reminders of why I love design and why I teach.
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Beyond "Game Dev" - Why Game Engines Are the New Universal Design Tool
Platforms like Unreal Engine and Unity are more than just "game engines." They are powerful real-time 3D simulation engines, and they're quietly becoming foundational across a shocking number of industries.
ArtPixelfy: A Dive into Pixel Art and Retro Graphics
Before high-definition graphics and advanced rendering techniques, video games were built around strict hardware limitations. With ArtPixelfy, you can explore the evolution of computer graphics and experiment with different historical video game palettes.
The Ethics of Using AI in Game Development: Art, Code, and Beyond
AI is transforming game development with faster workflows, ethical concerns, and creative collaboration opportunities for artists, programmers, and storytellers alike.
My Time in Tiny Glade
Tiny Glade is a delightful game that doubles as an introduction to 3D modeling, spatial visualization, and design aesthetics.
Let's Build a Translation App with Windsurf!
Windsurf features a unique AI assistant, Cascade, which feels like an indispensable collaborator. Whether it was debugging, making smart coding suggestions, or streamlining tedious tasks, Cascade amplified my productivity.
What Exactly Is Ray Tracing?
Discover what ray tracing is and why it's revolutionizing computer graphics. Learn how this cutting-edge technology creates stunningly realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections in games, movies, and more.
Game of Life
John Conway's Game of Life raised some interesting philosophical issues about the nature of patterns, emergent behavior, and AI.
Unleashing the Power of Unreal Engine in STEM Education: The Magic of Rube Goldberg Machines
The Rube Goldberg Machines' Unreal Learning Kit exemplifies Unreal Engine's potential to revolutionize STEM education. It underscores Epic's dedication to providing captivating and memorable learning experiences with Unreal Engine.
Using Mineways to Export Minecraft Worlds to Blender and 3D Printers
Did you know you can export your Minecraft creations into Blender and other 3D graphics programs? Discover the world of Mineways and unleash your creativity!
Harnessing the Power of Visual Imagery in Creative Writing
Unlock new levels of creativity in your storytelling with an innovative exercise that uses images to inspire plot summaries. This method enhances observational skills, stimulates imagination, encourages conciseness, and fosters empathy. By harnessing the power of visual imagery, writers can create more engaging, memorable, and impactful stories.
Unleashing Creativity Together: The Magic of Collaborative Storytelling and Google Docs
Collaborative storytelling with Google Docs is a fantastic way to make writing more social, creative, and fun!
The Wreck of the Compass Rose
This is an AI-assisted narrative of the notes I took from my last Dungeon's & Dragons play session!
The Shark Whisperer
A story about a girl and a shark, completely written and illustrated by AI.