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Cary, NC @caryncgov.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🌳 There’s still time for Cary residents to add a native tree to their property this fall through one of Cary’s two tree programs — My Tree Our Tree, and new this fall, Shading the Future. Don't wait to sign up; registration closes September 30. Learn more ▶️ bit.ly/4hDt6Cm.

People are planting a young tree in a grassy area on a sunny day. One person is arranging soil around the tree, while others assist and collaborate.

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Maalus @maalus.com · 27/09/2026

Had someone approach me the other day about doing a logo for them because they had a slop version and "nobody likes ai' and they didn't want the backlash. It's starting to sink in

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Maalus @maalus.com · 24/09/2026

Shout-out to @rspinups.bsky.social for the awesome new addition to my collection. Not only a badass original sketch but also bonus postcard swag! Pleasure doing business with you!

Original pin-up sketch of a video game character in shades of gray & red next to color postcards featuring other characters

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Octocon @octocon.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Our (first-ever official) online Guest of Honour - sorry, Guest of Octor - is Canadian author @premeemohamed.com! Join us online to hear what she has to say about the science of SF and world-building for realism, among other topics! #Octocon2026 octocon.com/2026/06/prem...

An Octocon card announcing our online Guest of Honour Premee Mohamed. A head-and-shoulders photo of Premee appears in the centre of the card, against a purple background that has details of the Cork skyline in black at the bottom, along with a white giant robot and dragon and a green UFO. Premee is a brown-skinned woman with shoulder-length black hair, wearing a navy sweater with pale blue stars on it.

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Sarah Taber @sarahtaber.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

When I was talking about how "Yes, the GOP will try & take your votes. And YES, THEY CAN BE STOPPED"? There's a great example here in North Carolina right now! Our area is one of the GOP's testing grounds for new ways to steal votes. Stop them here, you stop them everywhere. Help us help you!

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Stand With Irene Grimes: Legal Defense Fund

Irene Grimes told the truth about an attempt to fire Cumberland County's elections director behind closed doors, and now the same partisan majority she exposed is trying to remove her from the board.

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Maalus @maalus.com · 21/09/2026

Here in eastern NC some native bees like to nest in the stalks during the winter. Got a few large ones in the yard I'm reluctant to get rid off.

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Angry Staff Officer @pptsapper.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Happy Labor Day weekend. Nothing we have was not earned by the blood and sweat of those who have gone before. Enjoy a 40 hour work week? Thank a union. Enjoy PTO? Thank a union. Enjoy safety standards? Thank a union. Enjoy weekends off? Thank a union. Organizing wins. Period.

Picture of a cocktail and a book, “the Battle of Blair Mountain”

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Maalus @maalus.com · 03/09/2026

Been using Proton for...well, most things. Their password manager works fine for me. Best I remember migration was just a matter of exporting from my old manager & importing into Proton.

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Wiley Nickel @wileynickel.com · 02/09/2026

North Carolina sample ballots are up! Here’s mine. Grab yours at the link below and start making your plan to vote. 🗳️

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Chloé Stawski @chlowski.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

you can be sure I never used AI & never will not in my work, not in my private life, cause I value too much what's lost in this garbage tech

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Maalus @maalus.com · 31/08/2026

Seconding Mint. Very easy to use installer, interface that looks familiar enough to navigate easily. I'm still tied to non-Linux software for the time being but I enjoyed trying Mint out.

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Kate Avery @kateaveryart.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Don’t forget- my great big 50% off all art sale starts at 7pm EST tonight! Loads of original paintings to choose from, all half off the listed price AND free shipping in the US. Also it’s my birthday so you should buy something 😬 KateAveryArt.com to shop!

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Maalus @maalus.com · 27/08/2026

I'll be opening up a few slots soon for 1 on 1 mentorships in graphic design & prepress. If you'd like to learn from a working pro in the printing and design trades watch this space. More details coming soon! Human design only - no slop. #mentorship #graphicdesign #prepress #designsky #graphics

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paulseesequasis @pseesequasis.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Chickasaw Hatchet Woman blanket, from 2023 Tributes Collection. ‘Legend has it that Chickasaw women began singing so loudly during the Battle of Ackia, or Aahíkki’ya’ as the Chickasaw say, that the French who attacked that day in 1736 became disoriented. The women ran into the throes of battle with

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Maalus @maalus.com · 24/08/2026

I've been using Qwant for a while now and like it so far. Based in France.

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Maalus @maalus.com · 21/08/2026

Bit of a long shot but do I know anyone with a Brother printer who could download their P-Touch Editor software for me? Got quite a few customer files I need to convert but I don't have a printer serial number to do the installer download.

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Maalus @maalus.com · 20/08/2026

That is some lovely stonework and tile! Shame it's so damaged.

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NorseMap @norsemap.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

We are excited to say that we have a couple of free tickets left for our event which will 'bring the Norse back to Cork' on the evening of 05 Sep, featuring a performance from the legendary Einar Selvik. Just reply below for a ticket link. We can't wait! 🤗 [Photo: St Peter's Church Facebook Page]

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Pat-HEX-myth (love, with a routing number) @patri.xyz · 15/08/2026

If your friends tease you for supporting trans rights, embrace it. Make it normal. Don’t accept that shit by making excuses. “So you’re into that?” Yeah. Sure. I’m supporting basic human rights because I’m horny. Whatever works for ya, Gary.

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ThePoseArchives @theposearchives.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Birthday Sale!! I am (Hamish) turning 29 so here's a present to our awesome community, thanks for all the continuous support ❤️ CODE: BDAY25 Gumroad theposearchives.gumroad.com Ko-fi ko-fi.com/theposearchi...

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Maalus @maalus.com · 07/08/2026

Been slowly trying to pare down the amount of *stuff* that has collected in my life over the years. I've always been a fan of paper (too many years in printing). Thinking of scanning & posting all sorts of #ephemera over the next few years. Anyone else interested?

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Uncanny Magazine @uncannymagazine.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

New essay! "This Is Not About AI" by Hana Lee! buff.ly/LU6gc80

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Poor Frank Raw @poorfrankraw.co.uk · 06/08/2026

Hand carved #lettering on Welsh slate from Berwyn quarry. An #ambigram by Scott Kim, with the word infinity reading both clockwise and anticlockwise. 30 x 30 x 2 cms. Appearing in the shop soon.

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High Priestess, Low Patience @cheriepriest.com · 04/08/2026

::sigh:: One day, maybe someone who wants to tell a version of Lizzie’s story will take a run at MAPLECROFT instead of…quasi true crime or whatever. Just let her fight Cthulhu with the axe; might as well get real weird and gay with it.

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High Priestess, Low Patience @cheriepriest.com · 20/07/2026

Hark! A thread for those who seek 🌟Cheap! Kindle! Reads!🌟 Here you'll find EACH of my (self-produced) re-releases pitched in a single post with a link - partly to see if I can, and partly so I have something refer to later on. Sorry it's Amazon, please don't yell at me, etc. ::cracks knuckles::

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Rain DeGrey @raindegrey.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

This building no longer exists. It was torn down, to improve the view of a new building. But before it was demolished, I snuck in to make some art Making things is always the answer This is collected memories of something no longer here & now I am sharing it with you, to make it last a lil longer

An angel in a long white diaphanous dress with massive white wings stands next to a window that is casting thick light rays onto their body. The angel has very long wavy white hair and a hint of a tattoo on their right hip bone.

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Frank Conniff @frankconniff.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Yup: Mike, Kevin, Bill, Mary Jo, Trace & me, soon!

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Archarzel @archarzel.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Oh shit, it's #portfolioday and the #potionheroes have nothing to wear. (The ladies either, turns out)

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High Priestess, Low Patience @cheriepriest.com · 06/07/2026

A new week, a new reminder post: Cheap Kindle reads can be YOURS for less than four bucks, if that kind of thing is your jam! Short stories, novellas, and more - most never published outside a magazine or anthology 👇 www.cheriepriest.com/cheap-kindle...

Cover to CINDERWICH, by Cherie Priest - brown and gray and muted, except for a red streak that might be a scarf, or might be blood pouring from a woman who's turning into a tree. Or possibly leaving one.

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May Barros 🇧🇷🏳️‍⚧️ 📚💙 @ Commissions open! @maybarros.com.br · 09/07/2026

I'M ONE OF THE ARTIST! I'D LOVE TO SEE THIS HIT 50% TODAY!!!

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🌿Rowynn Ellis @rowynnellis.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Very exciting project in the works 👀 I’m a silly bean for not wearing my finger splints though, you can see how much of a difference it makes to how I grip the stylus 🙃 #KnotWork #saxonart

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Johanna T 👻 📚 @johannamation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Really specific art reference request! I remember a while back seeing a post about a website that had free hi-res photos of types/models of cars, from all angles including interiors! But I bookmarked it so long ago I can’t find it anymore 😩 Anyone know what I’m talking about/can provide a link?

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Maalus @maalus.com · 23/06/2026

It's probably a good thing that I'm never going to have crazy money.

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Olivier Sanfilippo @oliviersanfilippo.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

C'est pas terminé, quelques détails, du taf sur la toponymie, le legendage, les polices, etc. Mais voilou!

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Inkling @printinkling.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Recently added matte vinyl (and laminate) to the substrate collection and oh em gee am I ever smitten. Glossy stickers are always in style, but sometimes the artwork demands a different vibe. So, yeah - this sultry matte finish is now an option for your custom sticker needs! 🤩

A hand holding a sticker cut into the shape of Alaska with watercolored blues and greens making up most of the interior. There is a black image of a book opening to reveal mountains, forest, and a stream. The stream Cascades out of the center of the book and disappears behind the words let's get Lost

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Inkling @printinkling.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Okay, so I have a sealed copy of Girl by Moonlight Special Edition. No PDF copy, but the book is still in shrink. Here's my thought: Pledge $30 to The Trevor Project and it's yours, I'll ship in US. Let me know you're claiming, I only have one to give. #TTRPG #PRIDE evilhat.com/product/girl...

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Girl by Moonlight Special Edition - Evil Hat Productions

SKU: EHP0062LE A game about the tragic struggles and defiant triumphs of a group of magical girls resisting an oppressive society. Girl by Moonlight explores the heartbreak of denying who you really a...

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carlydraws @carlydraws.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

I'm part of the art team on this one, along with Bri (gorgeous painted characters) and dmg (super cool sprites) from @farhorizonscoop.bsky.social , and we've been having a lot of fun making art inspired by the old games, tv shows and books! Funding now so hop on over to the ks to join in! #ttrpg

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Maalus @maalus.com · 15/06/2026

Saw them in a bar in Ft Lauderdale once. One of the best shows I've ever been to

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Dungeons & Possums @dungeonsandpossums.com · 14/06/2026

In case no one has mentioned it today, Blue Öyster Cult remains one of the greatest and also one of the most underrated rock bands of all time, and thee failure of the rock and roll hall of fame to recognize them appropriately is a betrayal and failure beyond compare. Legitimately among the best.

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Blue Oyster Cult Godzilla

Alt: Blue Oyster Cult Godzilla

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Maalus @maalus.com · 14/06/2026

First impressions after a few season 1 episodes: very much of its time and place. Somewhat dated but still entertaining. So far I'm a fan of the First Doctor. A little bummed the first four episodes aren't available to stream. And boy does 1960s broadcast quality look different these days!

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Maalus @maalus.com · 14/06/2026

Well finally giving in and starting Dr Who. Got a lot of catching up to do!

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Maalus @maalus.com · 12/06/2026

There's a great program in the US for artists & writers to go to Antarctica. No idea if there's something similar in Europe polarsteam.info

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Polar STEAM

Polar STEAM is a National Science Foundation (NSF) funded project run by an interdisciplinary team at Oregon State University.

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Finan Oillpheist @finanoillpheist.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

After quotes for the following roles for a potential #indie #cardgame #crowdfunding project: #Illustrator: realism/minimist/digital/scifi style, card art experience Note: AI is a big no #Layout & #graphics: Experience with print layout for ttrpgs and card games specifically, banners experience 1/2

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Maalus @maalus.com · 05/06/2026

Designer and artist here, always looking for fun challenges! Sent you a DM.

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Maalus @maalus.com · 28/05/2026

I have a previous version, it's a fascinating book!

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Maalus @maalus.com · 27/05/2026

Nope. Zero tolerance for it & am actively blocking as much as possible

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Maalus @maalus.com · 27/05/2026

I'm sure some of these assholes have fever dreams of being able to wipe it out. Don't think it'll actually happen though. Would be massive blowback for sure.

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Maalus @maalus.com · 27/05/2026

Big reason I don't even bother looking at other job options these days. Hopefully going to keep on at this position til I can retire in a few years. Assuming of course that social security still exists in a few years.

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