Grapevine Beetle
Photos of the Grapevine Beetle, a large orange beetle with black dots on its wings.
Fishing Spider
Photos of large fishing spiders that hunt on the surface of ponds and creeks.
The Black Curse has Arrived
The Black Curse board game has now been converted to an online JavaScript-driven web game.
Bob Mauk, purring his heart into his work
Interview with wildlife artist Bob Mauk, originally printed in the Westside Messenger.
Face of Phantom Memories
Computer art of a face that reminded me of a strange dream.
The Unfaced Foe
A poem about the never-ending struggle to survive against invisible enemies. Inspired by a very bad flu virus I suffered.
Music Ceased
Poem on lost inspiration, passion and motivation.
Void of Desire
A poem on shallow activities inspired by my participation in photographing rock concerts.
The Hurry-Stop Syndrome
This editorial was the last Chalkboard editorial Shawn Olson wrote for the Columbus Messenger.
April 3, 2006 Newsletter
April 3, 2006 Newsletter including information about my trip to Arizona.