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shanianickel.bsky.social
Alina
@shanianickel.bsky.social
Halifax-based pixel artist and animator, currently working on Fields of Mistria!
#pixelart #b3d #art
https://linktr.ee/shanianickel
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hey pixel artists, I just released my first Aseprite theme!
It's a pretty neutral one that started out as something I made for myself, but I also can't live without it at this point so I figured I'd share!
I hope you like it, too 🎨
shanianickel.itch.io/alinas-asepr...
#pixelart #aseprite
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What's your number one personal game design principle? And even better - does it have a cool name?
October 21, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Hey #PortfolioDay I do chunky Pixel art & Animation
Do you have a game that needs a bunch of enemies?
I am ready to unleash my power !!

Portfolio: kevynstott.tumblr.com/
Email: Kevynstott@gmail.com
October 14, 2025 at 11:57 PM
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ICYMI: We launched the Kickstarter for the ✨ BARBAROUS Chapter 6 book ✨ this morning! And we're rapidly approaching goal!! You guys are the best! So psyched to get this into your hands!

Check it out:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/746...
October 8, 2025 at 2:01 AM
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October 8, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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our main character Hoshino in Danchi Days! her sprite, the first portrait and final portrait 💫

the first portrait is cute but I wanted to show more detail for expressions & clothing when you talk to characters 🥺
@danchidays.bsky.social
October 5, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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Ive opened up comms for the mini pet sprites again! Theyre only 45$ USD each :)
#pixelart #commission #pet
October 1, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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Hello! I'm André Bertanha (BRTNH).

🔥 I'm open for work! 🔥

I'm a game art generalist with 7 years of experience who's moving towards character design and animation work.
I'm looking for contract game work, but also I'm open for other gigs!

To find my email and portfolio: brtnh.com
October 1, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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📣 ICY TOWER IS COMING BACK
Stoked to announce that we're making a brand new Icy Tower game, ready for the 25th anniversary next year!

Check out the trailer, spread the news, and wishlist on Steam :D
s.team/a/3014860

More in thread 👇🧵
October 1, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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stylized explosion sketch goes boom
September 30, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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✨ New Fields of Mistria merch has arrived at Fangamer!
Snuggle up with the Dozy & Henrietta plushies, and relax with Juniper’s Bathhouse Bath Bomb set.
🔗 www.fangamer.com/collections/...
September 30, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Bad news: I got laid off from a project and rent is still late, I'm afraid I'll receive an eviction notice soon. I managed to pay part of it last month but we're still struggling. Any help is appreciated!
You get:
- Steam Key
- Portrait In-game(If you donate $50+)
- + more!
ko-fi.com/2dchaos/goal...
September 29, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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Spooky season approaches, so I'm going to repost some of my Halloween comics from years past.
September 29, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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⭐ Feedback Update v0.14.2
This smaller update focuses on implementing various QoL improvements and fixes based on player feedback.
📝 Patch Notes: www.fieldsofmistria.com/post/patch-n...
September 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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You're gonna just go to the store and buy bread? When I can make us a classic sourdough loaf in 25 hours and 3 crash outs? 🥖
August 5, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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🕹️ We’re hiring a Torontron Technician!

💸 $25/hr | Part-time | 4 weeks
📍 Toronto | Starts mid–late September
⏰ Apply by Sept 14

👉 Apply: hiring@handeyesociety.com
More details: www.handeyesociety.com/official-bus...

#gamedev #torontoarts #indiegames #gamingjobs #handeyesociety #gamecommunity
September 11, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Color Swap, An extension for @aseprite.org is now available!

Replace multiple colors at the same time, export to sprite sheets using your tags and even save your color sets for later use!

I hope this helps you save heaps of time!

Pick it up today over on my itch page
carbscode.itch.io/color-swap
Color Swap by CarbsCode
Replace multiple colors at the same time, export to sprite sheets and even save your color sets for later use!
carbscode.itch.io
September 15, 2025 at 12:28 AM
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doodling umi 24/7 again lately

#pixelart #umineko
September 13, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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If you’re at SPX this weekend and you play Mistria, come tell me your favorite dating lines!! I’d love to know 💖
Ready for romance? 💌 Take your sweetheart on weekend dates, earn keepsakes, and don’t forget the photocard ♨️
September 12, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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come work with me, i guess
Riyo Games is hiring a Lead Game Designer to guide a dream team on Threads of Time, a JRPG inspired by Chrono Trigger!

📍 Remote, Full-time (Ontario, Quebec, NS, BC)
🕹️ 10+ yrs game design experience
📚 Shipped 1+ titles

Work with @riyogames.bsky.social and apply:
Riyo Games is hiring a Lead Game Designer
As a Lead Game Designer at Riyo Games, you will lead a group of talented designers, guiding the team to create core systems and mechanics and fostering the team's growth.
workwithindies.com
September 10, 2025 at 7:51 PM
I've been loving this Aseprite extension by @carbscode.bsky.social! it lets you save files you have open so that you can easily swap or jump back into your projects
August 27, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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The game Öoo, for which I did the art, is now out!

Please shower the cute caterpillar with love.
Have fun! 🐛

#pixelart
August 11, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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"Öoo" the bomb caterpillar exploration puzzle platformer, is out now! 🎉

Dive into an adventure packed with discovery and clever puzzles, we hope you enjoy it!

👇
store.steampowered.com/app/2721890/...
August 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Hey guys! I'm looking for an extra job to help me pay my bills and food!

Here you can see some of my works and also my portfolio!

I can do anything from Art to Music!

A repost would help a lot :D

#pixelart #art #aseprite #job #indie #gamedev
May 22, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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look i painted my kitty cat owo
("gweh" is a noise she makes... always in her whistle register)
July 16, 2025 at 1:58 AM