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My friend Raisel Edwards’ Kickstarter is live!!!

If you have a little extra money, consider backing this claymation post-apocalypse video game. FYI, the Immortal Edition gets you an in-game sculpture of you & your pet!!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/rai...

#indiedev #solodev #wishlistwednesday
Black Pellet: A Claymation Game
An epic western tale about a man and his dog travelling through a postapocalyptic world in a claymation style. Open world TPS
www.kickstarter.com
November 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
It’s time for Plus Arcade!! Tomorrow night, Oakland.

Get your tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/plus-arcad...

#bayarea #cosplay #gaming #party
Plus Arcade Party
Eventbrite - Plus Arcade presents Plus Arcade Party - Friday, September 26, 2025 | Saturday, September 27, 2025 at HELLA BEES, Oakland, CA. Find event and ticket information.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Real quick, I wanted to share this rad project by a couple of emerging Bay Area filmmakers!

10 days left to make this story happen! Share or donate if you can!

#bayarea #independentcinema #supportlocalart #support #donate #film #indie #bayareacreatives

www.indiegogo.com/projects/amo...
AMOR FUERTE: Lucha Libre Meets Fatherhood
Help bring to life an honest story about an imperfect father and his fight to show up | Check out 'AMOR FUERTE: Lucha Libre Meets Fatherhood' on Indiegogo.
www.indiegogo.com
August 5, 2025 at 2:49 AM
The Game Orchard Game Jam’s wildcard is A LEMON

You can’t make a jam without fruit!

#gamejam #indiedev #gamedevs
August 2, 2025 at 2:20 AM
I’m helping organize this jam and it kicks off tonight!! It’s online and welcomes all skill levels.

Do you want to join? My team still needs a dev 💖💖💖

itch.io/jam/the-game...

#indiedev #gamejam #community #gamedev #itch #gamedevelopment #indiegames
The Game Orchard Game Jam
A game jam from 2025-08-02 to 2025-08-18 hosted by Game Orchard, Neon Optimism, soundgnome & chrom4t1c. Get ready for Game Orchard's inaugural game jam! Game Orchard is a collective that empowers Cali...
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August 1, 2025 at 9:15 PM
I have a few more spots in my May Drink & Draw on May 27! Want to join?

lu.ma/hofjs8ss

#DrinkandDraw #CraftNight #Oakland #ArtWorkshop #SF
Drink & Draw · Luma
Unwind, sip, and sketch at our cozy Drink & Draw night! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just love to doodle, join us for a relaxed evening of guided…
lu.ma
May 4, 2025 at 3:10 AM
I had so much fun at my GDC Game Dev mixers, I think it’s time for another one! Want to hang out with me in Oakland on May 20?

RSVP at lu.ma/ay5hef1q

More to come in July too!

#SF #BayArea #EastBay #GameDevs #IndieDevs #GameDevelopers #GameDesigners #Community #Party #Mixer
Game Dev Mixer · Luma
Bay Area Game Dev Mixer at The Treehouse Come meet fellow game creators and build your network. Bring your business cards and enthusiasm—we'll provide drinks,…
lu.ma
May 4, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Another illustration I did for @fromthelabbench.bsky.social's @silencedscience.bsky.social project. Prior to her layoff, Breanna Martin, monitored potato fields in Idaho for pests that could devastate crop yields. As someone who grew up in rural Idaho, this one hit close to home.

#ResearchMatters
Breanna Martin, Plant Protector
Breanna was a pest management expert working at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) as a Plant Protection and Quarantine Technician. APHIS is an agency of the US Department of Agric...
silencedsciencestories.com
March 22, 2025 at 12:59 AM
I created this illustration for Silenced Science Stories, a powerful project led by @fromthelabbench.bsky.social that captures the consequences of mass firings and layoffs in the scientific community in the US.

Follow this project! bsky.app/profile/sile...

#layoffs #science #communityimpact
Patrick Hogan, Environmental Economist
Patrick Hogan bridges the gap between ecological sustainability and economic analysis. With dual undergraduate studies in environmental sustainability and economics, followed by a Master's in environm...
silencedsciencestories.com
March 20, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Game devs are ready to fight for an industry that respects its workers. This is an impromptu rally at GDC 2025 today.

United we bargain, divided we beg. Join your union at uvw-cwa.org

#gamedev #gameindustry #indiedev #skininthegame #unionize #cwa
March 20, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Thank you to all the folks who showed up for the women, femme & nonbinary game dev mixer at Double Union this morning!! So many cool people working on super creative projects. ❤️❤️

#gdc2025 #indiegamedev #gamedev #community
March 19, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Almost finished the Treehouse shop display today! If you’re in Oakland, come visit us during an open studio or art workshop - lu.ma/TheTreehouse

PS I ombréd this wall and I’d do it for you too.

#sf #oakland #art #localart #mural #openstudio #bayarea #artistcollective
February 24, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Women, femme, & nonbinary game devs, want to build community during #GDC? I’ll be hosting a little coffee for us in #SF. Join to network, resource share, or just grab a bite.

#gamedev #sologamedev #indiegamedev #gdc2025 #sanfrancisco #meetup

RSVP here: lu.ma/y2blvnhn
Game Dev Mixer for Femme & Nonbinary Developers · Luma
Game Dev Mixer at Double Union for Femme & Nonbinary Developers Come meet fellow game creators and build your network. Bring your business cards and…
lu.ma
February 20, 2025 at 12:34 AM