Land8 | Charles McDowell | Group Activity https://land8.com/members/charlesmcdowell/activity/groups/ Public group activity feed of which Charles McDowell is a member. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:50:42 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=6.0.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 92e7c4ab00c9a5621729e29fbd2def27 Gudmundur Arngrimsson joined the group 3ds max + landscape architecture https://land8.com/activity/p/64890/ Tue, 27 Sep 2022 14:46:51 +0000 0 7712a24a1644787182b2752a50a97091 Tsiky Raharinaivo posted an update in the group 3ds max + landscape architecture: I thought I'd check if there are still people using 3ds max […] https://land8.com/activity/p/64343/ Tue, 22 Mar 2022 03:26:28 +0000 I thought I’d check if there are still people using 3ds max here for their representations. Would love to hear from you

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]]> 0 741d7037ab4469dc988c3cbfb0ed9bfc Luke Mancuso posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: what are people's opinion about adding travel photography in […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19996/ Tue, 19 Mar 2013 03:41:37 +0000 what are people’s opinion about adding travel photography in one’s portfolio?

]]> 0 799fdbb601621184248928186a5b018b Kai Ren posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Thank you very much for your comment Glenn, I enjoy […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19997/ Tue, 27 Nov 2012 01:00:18 +0000 Thank you very much for your comment Glenn, I enjoy designing spaces for people a loooottt, and feel fortunate to be in LA. Just getting a bit impatient about finding a LA job lol. 

]]> 0 34bd58249a2f4f296a53ea4e762ee55e Glenn Sovie posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Kai, I would say keep it to one page. That is what I always […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19998/ Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:41:36 +0000 Kai, I would say keep it to one page. That is what I always try to do. Cutting out something less important every time I have something to add to it. Although if you feel you have enough pertinent material to add, do so. But definitely no longer than 2 pages. I personally like the one pager.

Might take a while, all I can say is stick with it if…[Read more]

]]> 0 6862b0def7bc1b8428da5f50af5eaf96 Kai Ren posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Hi everyone, so nice to have a place for discuss about […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19999/ Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:26:00 +0000 Hi everyone, so nice to have a place for discuss about Landscape Architecture. I recently graduated from LA program, and looking for a job. How long should resume be for a new graduate? 

]]> 0 77ca36956a10f7c10918a5eb30c03e17 CHOCKALINGAM posted an update in the group 3ds max + landscape architecture: good morning everybody https://land8.com/activity/p/20998/ Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:29:13 +0000 good morning everybody

]]> 0 805abb5257b56fe04c816202e95b155b Brian Hochstein posted an update in the group Kansas State University: Last day for early bird registration for Central States […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19428/ Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:19:27 +0000 Last day for early bird registration for Central States Conference!  Save some money and knock out a bunch of continuing education credits.  We will see you there!

]]> 0 e0c7c294ba142fc9d51192d2d0b05e1b Brian Hochstein posted an update in the group Kansas State University: 2012 Central States Conference will be held May 2nd-4th in […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19429/ Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:32:49 +0000 2012 Central States Conference will be held May 2nd-4th in Kansas City.  More information here: Central States. Great speakers, great event!

]]> 0 9acc0336f6b307a5b59472f3e309d242 Séfora Chavarria posted an update in the group Kansas State University: Early registration for FIU LABASH 2012 has been extended […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19430/ Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:34:55 +0000 Early registration for FIU LABASH 2012 has been extended for 1 week, don’t miss out register today!

]]> 0 3d431386124bd2559286a20417bd5e50 landplanner posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Page: Actually, I did those relatively new to the profession […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20000/ Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:20:23 +0000 Page:
Actually, I did those relatively new to the profession a bit of a service by pointing out to them one  far more affordable and easily accessible alternative than the costly online option your self-promoting here.
I have no qualms with the value and utility of your online course, I just find the asking price, far too steep and so would most…[Read more]

]]> 0 b0797fc649b8ca3f274103d4f07c6670 Barbara Peterson posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Sami,  I'd recommend using 'landscape designer' (I've seen […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20001/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:57:21 +0000 Sami, 
I’d recommend using ‘landscape designer’ (I’ve seen this most often) or maybe even ‘recent landscape architect graduate’. If you use ‘landscape architect in-training’ check w/your state registration board to make sure that there aren’t any ‘conflicts’. 
As far as looking for jobs: the ones that generally apply to college grads would be ‘…[Read more]

]]> 0 bfbf8dc2a1f0232ebbfc5964597bf43b Bruce McWilliam Associates Landscape Design Group 778-809-9784 posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: I remember the saying "Those that can't do - teach"   https://land8.com/activity/p/20002/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:55:54 +0000 I remember the saying “Those that can’t do – teach”
 

]]> 0 28c8cf0d46902ad2ca3766d1161dc2d5 landplanner posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Hey Page:   You need to really get a clue here. It appears […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20003/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:26:19 +0000 Hey Page:
 
You need to really get a clue here. It appears your somewhat disconnected from the true reality of the marketplace. Let me be specific, in case you can’t be.
There is massive unemployment in the design professions and thast has been pervasive going on nearly three years. You are offering a “sure-fire” or “near-fire” portfolio and…[Read more]

]]> 0 1296076e69ffd32620e80283a1d926d1 Page Huyette posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Sami, One of my recent students listed their current job as […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20004/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:50:04 +0000 Sami,
One of my recent students listed their current job as “landscape architect in training” to avoid this snafu.
I would suggest visiting the ASLA job board to see how others with your level of experience are handling it.  Here are some samples of student portfolio websites that include resumes for other ideas on wording and layout: Samples r…[Read more]

]]> 0 e68a526964f64f3c2f3941bd737f19c0 Sami Bronowski posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: I have a quick question about resumes.  I will be […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20005/ Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:39:43 +0000 I have a quick question about resumes.  I will be graduating this coming May will my BLA.  I am in the process of cleaning up my resume and cover letter.  In looking for jobs to apply for, I always search landscape architecture, since that is my specific degree.  I am not yet, however, a registered landscape architect since I am entry level.  Ca…[Read more]

]]> 0 ff220e4547c1c4b6d181da7570a24b5b Brian Hochstein posted an update in the group Kansas State University: Save the date! Be on the lookout for information for […] https://land8.com/activity/p/19431/ Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:27:38 +0000 Save the date! Be on the lookout for information for “Landscapade”.  A reason for LA alumni to come back to campus, socialize and enjoy KSU take on Iowa State.  December 3-4.

]]> 0 e429caa02cff476826c16328c304511b Bruno Marques posted an update in the group Habitat Restoration and Mitigation: Need more reasons to attend the event? Now you have the […] https://land8.com/activity/p/28760/ Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:21:35 +0000 Need more reasons to attend the event?
Now you have the perfect one!
 

 
EFLA Registration

]]> 0 eacd6f01390b5d0783739428934f772c Mike Lin posted an update in the group Kansas State University: Glad to join KSU group as I spent over 18 year as LA faculty. https://land8.com/activity/p/19432/ Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:24:44 +0000 Glad to join KSU group as I spent over 18 year as LA faculty.

]]> 0 6460cb29bda9f1f8275562281a070142 Denis Vasiliev posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Hi! I see you make projects of playgrounds. Don`t you want […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20006/ Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:36:07 +0000 Hi! I see you make projects of playgrounds. Don`t you want to distribute our equipment in Hungary? See our products here http://www.ksil.eu and contact me if you decide

]]> 0 5ad43abd0d669b66331c52fff88c3437 Charles McDowell posted an update in the group Habitat Restoration and Mitigation: Tanya, thanks for the advice. My first option would be to […] https://land8.com/activity/p/28761/ Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:32:14 +0000 Tanya, thanks for the advice. My first option would be to get professional experience in restoration design before I go back to school and I’m very much looking into that but also looking to keep my options open. Also, thanks for the advice about the portfolio, that’s something that I’m aware of but it slipped my mind at the time. Changing now, thanks!

]]> 0 60d1a68b1d5f8605f69090d59f1b76e7 Tanya Olson posted an update in the group Habitat Restoration and Mitigation: Hey Charles - rather than spending more $$$ you might try an […] https://land8.com/activity/p/28762/ Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:25:52 +0000 Hey Charles – rather than spending more $$$ you might try an internship with someplace like Barr Engineering in Minneapolis – they have a lengthy restroration portfolio. If you want hands-on experience you might call them to ask who does the installation of their projects. Ann Riley’s Waterways Restoration Institute in Berkley, CA might be a g…[Read more]

]]> 0 5f401cea77ed84a9b462a7dd8cb51da3 Page Huyette posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Peter,  your comment about approaching your portfolio from […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20007/ Mon, 29 Aug 2011 17:01:26 +0000 Peter,  your comment about approaching your portfolio from a print format perspective is interesting.  I think many of us who spend a lot of time at the drawing board suffer from this, and moving our personal work to digital format is a jump for some.  I think that if you have a standardized filing system in place that is reflected on your co…[Read more]

]]> 0 49330165232bd400c4203503b1c156b6 Daniel Radai posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Hello, this is the first version of my portfolio, i would be […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20008/ Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:15:50 +0000 Hello, this is the first version of my portfolio, i would be grateful for some comments, critiques! Thanks in advance!:)
danielradai_portfolio.pdf

]]> 0 6cc79e8aacb796e71aaa6a3a4cc226d8 Peter Coyle posted an update in the group Portfolios and Resumes - Design Strategies: Thanks for the feedback, Page! It's funny, looking back now […] https://land8.com/activity/p/20009/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:22:21 +0000 Thanks for the feedback, Page! It’s funny, looking back now I obviously should have clarified a number of issues you picked up on.
The document is set up in an 8×10 Blurb template (because most of my sites are portrait orientation) and the “cover page” is actually Page 1 of a Blurb template (the cover is a separate document at this time because…[Read more]

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