Robin
@robinhp.bsky.social
Same person as @robin_h_p on other sites. Resolving to make more art, make more music, & make more friends.
Opto-Mechanical Engineer, nerd-generalist, etc...
Opto-Mechanical Engineer, nerd-generalist, etc...
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Robin
@robinhp.bsky.social
· Nov 12
All day at work & on the way home: I'm going to do art when I get home. Like, paint something or make a pair of earrings.
Once I got home: Screw it, I'm just going to make some tea & read a Regency romance novel.
What actually happened: I alternated between a phone game, this site, & LinkedIn.
Once I got home: Screw it, I'm just going to make some tea & read a Regency romance novel.
What actually happened: I alternated between a phone game, this site, & LinkedIn.
I'm trying to get better at not buying shit that isn't going to enrich my life.
Sort of like trying to get better at not eating shit that isn't going to give me good energy.
As in, fuck this is difficult & I feel like I deserve an award for NOT doing something & that's really sad in a way.
Sort of like trying to get better at not eating shit that isn't going to give me good energy.
As in, fuck this is difficult & I feel like I deserve an award for NOT doing something & that's really sad in a way.
September 15, 2025 at 1:23 AM
I'm trying to get better at not buying shit that isn't going to enrich my life.
Sort of like trying to get better at not eating shit that isn't going to give me good energy.
As in, fuck this is difficult & I feel like I deserve an award for NOT doing something & that's really sad in a way.
Sort of like trying to get better at not eating shit that isn't going to give me good energy.
As in, fuck this is difficult & I feel like I deserve an award for NOT doing something & that's really sad in a way.
I'm here at VCFMW again, say hi!
September 14, 2025 at 5:51 PM
I'm here at VCFMW again, say hi!
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The curve is imaginary, let it go, there's nothing to "fall behind," just endless discoveries to be made and enjoyed
sitting here thinking as an aging music head with generalist taste about how it is impossible to keep up with everything and that this is both a blessing (endless opportunity for new revelations) and a curse (constant fear of falling behind the curve)
September 13, 2025 at 7:09 PM
The curve is imaginary, let it go, there's nothing to "fall behind," just endless discoveries to be made and enjoyed
This weekend is the 20th VCFMW. It's in Schaumburg. It's free.
vcfmw.org
vcfmw.org
VCF Midwest 20
The big one near Chicago
vcfmw.org
September 12, 2025 at 3:53 AM
This weekend is the 20th VCFMW. It's in Schaumburg. It's free.
vcfmw.org
vcfmw.org
Okay I think I'm done with that joke.
September 11, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Okay I think I'm done with that joke.
"Roxanne" but the vocalist is just trying to get her into his Multi-Level Marketing business.
September 11, 2025 at 2:28 AM
"Roxanne" but the vocalist is just trying to get her into his Multi-Level Marketing business.
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So I’m sending out a request to bluesky. I wood carve and I would love to get my hands on some green wood. Specifically of the fruit variety; apple, peach, pear, but as green from the tree as possible. I’ll gladly pay to have it shipped to me #woodcarver #fruit
September 11, 2025 at 1:39 AM
So I’m sending out a request to bluesky. I wood carve and I would love to get my hands on some green wood. Specifically of the fruit variety; apple, peach, pear, but as green from the tree as possible. I’ll gladly pay to have it shipped to me #woodcarver #fruit
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I actually have no idea what's next, except that it isn't crypto, vr, ai, or quantum.
I'd be happy with fixing what's broken about what we already have. that's not a pitch that gets funding, but it should be.
I'd be happy with fixing what's broken about what we already have. that's not a pitch that gets funding, but it should be.
September 9, 2025 at 10:14 PM
I actually have no idea what's next, except that it isn't crypto, vr, ai, or quantum.
I'd be happy with fixing what's broken about what we already have. that's not a pitch that gets funding, but it should be.
I'd be happy with fixing what's broken about what we already have. that's not a pitch that gets funding, but it should be.
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@judyd.bsky.social SPIE has never supplied LibGen with any of the SPIE content in their library. Their actions constitute a clear violation of copyright laws, and we continue to actively pursue measures to prevent the unauthorized use of SPIE publication content.
September 8, 2025 at 8:53 PM
@judyd.bsky.social SPIE has never supplied LibGen with any of the SPIE content in their library. Their actions constitute a clear violation of copyright laws, and we continue to actively pursue measures to prevent the unauthorized use of SPIE publication content.
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The whole “train to use AI” (read: LLMs) sounds more and more to me like training people to do divinations by reading sheep entrails or randomly thrown piles of sticks.
September 7, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The whole “train to use AI” (read: LLMs) sounds more and more to me like training people to do divinations by reading sheep entrails or randomly thrown piles of sticks.
Libbaloops played a hilarious set yesterday at the Shrimp Tank at knobcon. She also released an album!
libbaloops.bandcamp.com/album/thanks
libbaloops.bandcamp.com/album/thanks
THANKS, by Libbaloops
11 track album
libbaloops.bandcamp.com
September 7, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Libbaloops played a hilarious set yesterday at the Shrimp Tank at knobcon. She also released an album!
libbaloops.bandcamp.com/album/thanks
libbaloops.bandcamp.com/album/thanks
Knobcon Sunday! I'm planning on spending more time (& probably money) on the con floor today. Maybe I'll figure out the blank panel scavenger hunt. Might go to lectures?
Anyway, if we're mutuals & haven't met, here's what I'm wearing, track me down to say hi!
Anyway, if we're mutuals & haven't met, here's what I'm wearing, track me down to say hi!
September 7, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Knobcon Sunday! I'm planning on spending more time (& probably money) on the con floor today. Maybe I'll figure out the blank panel scavenger hunt. Might go to lectures?
Anyway, if we're mutuals & haven't met, here's what I'm wearing, track me down to say hi!
Anyway, if we're mutuals & haven't met, here's what I'm wearing, track me down to say hi!
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I have done just about everything within reason that I can do on my personal fossil fuel consumption. My footprint isn’t going down without trains and supply chain updates.
September 7, 2025 at 1:01 PM
I have done just about everything within reason that I can do on my personal fossil fuel consumption. My footprint isn’t going down without trains and supply chain updates.
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The 2026 SPIE #WomenInOptics notebook is out now! 🎉
Explore 26 inspiring profiles of scientists, engineers, and innovators advancing STEM across the globe. Read the profiles and request your free copy on our website: https://bit.ly/3K2XJni
#Optics #Photonics #WiOWednesday
Explore 26 inspiring profiles of scientists, engineers, and innovators advancing STEM across the globe. Read the profiles and request your free copy on our website: https://bit.ly/3K2XJni
#Optics #Photonics #WiOWednesday
September 3, 2025 at 9:16 PM
The 2026 SPIE #WomenInOptics notebook is out now! 🎉
Explore 26 inspiring profiles of scientists, engineers, and innovators advancing STEM across the globe. Read the profiles and request your free copy on our website: https://bit.ly/3K2XJni
#Optics #Photonics #WiOWednesday
Explore 26 inspiring profiles of scientists, engineers, and innovators advancing STEM across the globe. Read the profiles and request your free copy on our website: https://bit.ly/3K2XJni
#Optics #Photonics #WiOWednesday
Putting together the contents of the synth briefcase for knobcon lobby jams. Being a little more selective than just "it runs on batteries" this year.
Like, I may only include things with their own speakers & not bother with the Little Bear mixers into mini speakers at all.
Like, I may only include things with their own speakers & not bother with the Little Bear mixers into mini speakers at all.
September 3, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Putting together the contents of the synth briefcase for knobcon lobby jams. Being a little more selective than just "it runs on batteries" this year.
Like, I may only include things with their own speakers & not bother with the Little Bear mixers into mini speakers at all.
Like, I may only include things with their own speakers & not bother with the Little Bear mixers into mini speakers at all.
I honestly thought I had more photographer followers. I can't be the only one with this reaction?
(TNT is Taylor & Travis, according to the news articles about the photo release.)
(TNT is Taylor & Travis, according to the news articles about the photo release.)
My first reaction to that TNT engagement photo is how much better they could have done with the flash.
Like, diffuse it! Put it off camera! Lower the power! Match the background white balance!
If you f up the flash you f up the photo!
Like, diffuse it! Put it off camera! Lower the power! Match the background white balance!
If you f up the flash you f up the photo!
September 2, 2025 at 11:52 AM
I honestly thought I had more photographer followers. I can't be the only one with this reaction?
(TNT is Taylor & Travis, according to the news articles about the photo release.)
(TNT is Taylor & Travis, according to the news articles about the photo release.)
Just scheduled some vaccines on the CVS app. They ask if you have one of the reasons to be eligible during booking, but they don't ask which one. I appreciate that.
September 2, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Just scheduled some vaccines on the CVS app. They ask if you have one of the reasons to be eligible during booking, but they don't ask which one. I appreciate that.
Spotify Premium Duo subscription cancelled, reason given as Other:
"Behavior towards artists is unacceptable."
"Behavior towards artists is unacceptable."
September 2, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Spotify Premium Duo subscription cancelled, reason given as Other:
"Behavior towards artists is unacceptable."
"Behavior towards artists is unacceptable."
It has been brought to the attention of @gsg.live chat that LGR mentions he'll be at knobcon, too!
LGR update vid because September 2025 is BUSY
youtu.be/6Lmi_b0REW0
A brief update on the state of the channel and related life things. Hope to see a lot of you at VCF Midwest soon!
youtu.be/6Lmi_b0REW0
A brief update on the state of the channel and related life things. Hope to see a lot of you at VCF Midwest soon!
LGR Channel Update! September 2025 is BUSY
YouTube video by LGR
youtu.be
September 2, 2025 at 12:41 AM
It has been brought to the attention of @gsg.live chat that LGR mentions he'll be at knobcon, too!
Celebrated Labor Day by going to Schaumburg Septemberfest for the art fair & dropping a bunch of cash on art prints & handmade craft pieces that will mostly become gifts later this year.
September 2, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Celebrated Labor Day by going to Schaumburg Septemberfest for the art fair & dropping a bunch of cash on art prints & handmade craft pieces that will mostly become gifts later this year.
Share some basic tips to save time:
You don't need to wait for a fly to land to swat it, just hit it mid-flight with a fast swing & a good follow-thru.
You can swallow more than one pill at a time. (Kind of sad how long it took me to figure this one out.)
You don't need to wait for a fly to land to swat it, just hit it mid-flight with a fast swing & a good follow-thru.
You can swallow more than one pill at a time. (Kind of sad how long it took me to figure this one out.)
September 1, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Share some basic tips to save time:
You don't need to wait for a fly to land to swat it, just hit it mid-flight with a fast swing & a good follow-thru.
You can swallow more than one pill at a time. (Kind of sad how long it took me to figure this one out.)
You don't need to wait for a fly to land to swat it, just hit it mid-flight with a fast swing & a good follow-thru.
You can swallow more than one pill at a time. (Kind of sad how long it took me to figure this one out.)
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Y'all, I'm participating in my first art show tomorrow. I'm not sure I want to sell anything I make, but my husband has encouraged me to try. If you like unusual watercolors, there will be plenty of it. Also, I'm going to put some weird-ass work out there just because. #blueskyartshow
August 31, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Y'all, I'm participating in my first art show tomorrow. I'm not sure I want to sell anything I make, but my husband has encouraged me to try. If you like unusual watercolors, there will be plenty of it. Also, I'm going to put some weird-ass work out there just because. #blueskyartshow
My first reaction to that TNT engagement photo is how much better they could have done with the flash.
Like, diffuse it! Put it off camera! Lower the power! Match the background white balance!
If you f up the flash you f up the photo!
Like, diffuse it! Put it off camera! Lower the power! Match the background white balance!
If you f up the flash you f up the photo!
August 29, 2025 at 6:05 PM
My first reaction to that TNT engagement photo is how much better they could have done with the flash.
Like, diffuse it! Put it off camera! Lower the power! Match the background white balance!
If you f up the flash you f up the photo!
Like, diffuse it! Put it off camera! Lower the power! Match the background white balance!
If you f up the flash you f up the photo!
Defining element of my college years. When I was an intern in Los Alamos on Wednesday night we'd go to the Senior Center for swing dancing. Half college kids, half retired PhDs.
There was so little going on in the 90s that we all got interested in swing dancing for a year or two
August 29, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Defining element of my college years. When I was an intern in Los Alamos on Wednesday night we'd go to the Senior Center for swing dancing. Half college kids, half retired PhDs.
August 28, 2025 at 4:38 AM