Unexpected
Sometimes good things unexpectedly happen.
Something doesn’t look right
This past week, I had my first direct encounter with a scammer on LinkedIn. They tried to exploit my current job-seeking situation, posing as someone eager to “help.”
It all started shortly after I my blog post posted on LinkedIn. A person named “Linda Jones” from a recruitment company reached out. She complimented my extensive work history and asked if I could answer a quick question. I replied, “Sure.”
The “quick question” turned into two: What has been the most challenging part of your job search? And what exactly are you looking for?
The interaction started out looking legit. None of the typical scam red flags. But something didn’t look right.
Unicorn?
Illustration by DRLaferriere I've been looking for a job for the past few months. Now and then, as part of a job description or how someone may describe the employee they're looking for, they will reference that they are looking for a "unicorn." My first thought is...
Linoleum block printing
I found that a linoleum block print is an easier way to get started with block printing. The ease of cutting linoleum, the detail, and the smooth texture were helpful as I learn the process. Not having to prepare a wood block and not think about how the wood grain can...
Woodblock printing
I've wanted to do printmaking, woodblock or linoleum, for a while. Years ago I began and stopped. I'm not sure why I stopped but here I am cutting a woodblock thanks to my brother Jim. It has been interesting getting the feel for a medium I didn't think would be easy....