I'm pretty sure I wouldn't make this toy for my kid. But I'm loving how he is rocking that cap and outfit! From a 1941 advertisement for a wooden machine gun kit. [From Modern Mechanix blog, via Boing Boing.]
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DJ’s Epic Super Mario / Duck Hunt Tattoo (pic)
My friend DJ gave me permission to share this pic of this nerdtastic tattoo he got on his back about a week ago. Yes, those are the guns from NES game "Duck Hunt" and the coins and plant from "Super Mario," all together in a western motif. Lovely work (in progress) by tattoo artist Liaa Walter at…
RikBlock: My First Game on Stencyl
Here's my first iOS game I created / modded using the fun Stencyl game development system. Obviously a work-in-progress. But it's already pretty fun to play!
Things I Learned while Glitching with My Girlfriend
For the past couple of months I've been playing the MMO Glitch with my girlfriend. I've never had a gamer girlfriend before, so it's been an interesting experience for me. I've learned a few things about online gaming with an S.O. that you might want to keep in mind: When she asks for the keys to your…
Spuds’ Homemade Virtual Pinball Machine
Yesterday I finally got to try out the handmade virtual pinball machine created by my buddy Spuds that he calls "iPin3K". It's ridiculously cool. From afar it looks like your standard (if a bit wide) pinball machine, complete with flippers, a ball shooter, and flashing lights. Which is already so cool to have in…
Rik Panganiban’s Work Portfolio
The following is a select sample of the many different professional projects that I have led and implemented over the course of my career. Please contact me if you want more information about any of these or other samples of my work. Youth Programs “I Dig Science” Program (2008-2010) Conceived of, planned, and executed “I…
About Rik Panganiban
Hi, I’m Rik Panganiban. I support nonprofits and cultural institutions in using technology to further their missions and change the world. I’m passionate about building strong and diverse online communities. Check out my LinkedIn profile for the most updated list of professional activities, experiences and accomplishments. I am currently the Senior Instructional Design Lead for…
I’m older today….
… but probably not any wiser. 😮 ;-)
Snorkeling in the Sink
I'm telling this story because (1) it's awesome, (2) it makes me feel better and (3) I don't think my oldest friend David will mind. So I was recounting to David how I had my little freak out when I tried scuba diving for the first time a few weeks ago in Bali. He said…
Kid Logan talks about his friend’s big Woody (video)
I feeling only a little guilty sharing this video of five-year-old Logan, the son of my friend Blake, comparing his friend's Woody and his own. Be proud of your little Woody, Logan!