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KP Upadhyayula @kp11studios.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Aaaaand sign ups are up for my 2025 Gen Con photoshoot bookings! Description/details of the shoot and what to expect is in the comments below! Do check it out, ask if you have any questions! And share please! www.headshottools.com/Booking.html...

A banner with a collage of several shoots that I have done recently.

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BoardGameWire 🔜 Spiel Essen @boardgamewire.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

These layoffs at Polygon are absolutely brutal. Polygon’s tabletop industry coverage under @charliehall.bsky.social has been outstanding, running the gamut of deep industry dives on the state and finances of Kickstarter, to championing small TTRPG publishers trying to get their ideas seen. 1/?

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Hunter Shelburne @huntershelburne.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Hey y'all, I'm now a free agent again. I'll be updating all the places I hate like LinkedIn soon, but just wanted to mention that I'm on the hunt again.

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

It is with the heaviest heart to say I am no longer working with Flat River Group and am now looking for a new position within the tabletop industry.

I am beyond thankful for my time at FRG and I am looking forward to expanding on every opportunity that comes my way. It has always been my intention to be a source of support and guidance to anyone that crosses my path, so please feel free to reach out as we are all navigating some difficult times.

Please also keep me in mind if you’re looking for a project manager with experience managing large portfolios for domestic and international accounts, improving your workflow optimization, and growing your ecommerce and mass market sales channels.

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Brooke @proptartmn.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Game night tonight with @olloplays.bsky.social and friends! All new-to-me. [Not pictured: The Gang.]

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Going live tonight with Arwen 👯‍♀️ on Tabletop Express! Do you know my number one (c'mon you gotta know by now)?????

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Daniel Wynter @boardgamefeast.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

I've been meaning to track this down and happened upon it at the FLGS! Check it @olloplays.bsky.social

A boxed copy of miniature solo game Demon Ship

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Jeff Tiedrich @jefftiedrich.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

all you people who told us to calm down can go fuck yourselves

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🥧 suzanne 🥧 @425suzanne.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Board games, as most media, are inherently political. The theme and setting, the manner in which (characters, names, visual representation) you present the content, the way you message it, and the things you leave out... all cultural and political. Being unwilling to recognize that is a you problem.

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Resonym - Phantom Ink: Arcana available in stores! @resonym.com · 23/01/2025

We love this! For each like, we'll post a photo we love from our history at Resonym. :)

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Hey! In case you didn't know, Minnesota passed a law that requires employers to disclose starting salary wages. What does that mean for this industry? You can look at MN-based employers (like Asmodee!) to see what salary ranges look like for the kind of work you are interested in.

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

I no longer want to look my board games in the eye. They need to go somewhere else, somewhere hidden. 👀

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Amabel Holland @amabel.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

"board game publishers always lie about their play times" some of you motherfuckers take a full minute to move a single meeple

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Chaz Marler @gamenightpicks.com · 22/01/2025

Trans rights are human rights. And while stating this with our community's united voice can help to strengthen those who feel weakened, real change and protection may require each of us to demonstrate our believe through our actions, our votes and our purchases.

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Meredith Nudo 🤌🏻 @meredithnudo.myatproto.social · 22/01/2025

My friend told me about the Queer Liberation Library today! If you have a Libby account, you can borrow a ton of excellent LGBTQIAP+ reads in a variety of genres and media (including comics/manga!) for free. No subscription. Highly recommended. Necessary resource. www.queerliberationlibrary.org

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Queer Liberation Library

Queer Liberation Library (QLL) is fighting to build a vibrant, flourishing queer future by connecting LGBTQ+ people with literature, information, and resources that celebrate the unique and empowering...

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Ella Ampongan @meampongan.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

I'm thinking of a MAKE 100 project to fund my art installations and art projects for my masters. Do you have websites, books, substacks recommendations so that I can do my research about running a KS? Any info will be greatly appreciated 🙂

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

I have been relatively offline these days, trying to save up my energy to be present with folks when I can. But the rhetoric we are seeing in the US is absolutely terrifying. Just so we're all on the same page, trans rights are human rights. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 Tell your reps. Show people what you stand for.

A photo of a table with some postcards prewritten for your state representatives with a sign that says "write a postcard to any and all of your reps and we'll send them for you!"

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Cardboard Time @cardboardtime.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Normally I don't repost episodes, but I know people are looking for pick-me-ups right now, and this was definitely a spark of joy in my day today that I needed. @ourfamplaysgames.bsky.social was a joy to interview and share the table with.

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Marceline is Racing Dinos @marcelineleiman.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

Wanna know what would be sick? If boardgame publishers publicly stated “trans rights are human rights” I want to see which publishers I should avoid working with

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🥧 suzanne 🥧 @425suzanne.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

A highlight of #PAXUnplugged was the Tabletop Marketing 101 panel in which I got to share a table with super pros sharing marketing experience and tips on bringing your game to market. The response at the event was excellent and the recording is now available for everyone who missed it!

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Tabletop Marketing 101 - PAX Unplugged 2024

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Marceline is Racing Dinos @marcelineleiman.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

SO EXCITED to announce Button Shy is publishing one of my games!!! ✨ Phantasmic is a 2-3 player bluffing game where you will take turns dueling opponents until one of you reigns victorious (or pushes their luck too far!)

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Our Family Plays Games @ourfamplaysgames.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

Live recording of @cardboardtime.bsky.social's upcoming podcast episode at @orcacon.bsky.social 2025! And, no, you can't turn Mik's volume down... fortunately and unfortunately! - G

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Plumpy Thimble @plumpythimble.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Completed set with Muldoon

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Connie @connievdc.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

The Finspan announcement dropped today (by the way, it looks GORGEOUS!!). I'm really excited for the whole Finspan team! Being a year removed from the Wyrmspan release, I'm reminded of the rollercoaster of emotions I experienced then #boardgames 🧵

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Amabel Holland @amabel.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

My best advice for game designers is to be interested in and curious about lots of things besides games, and to do lots of things besides play games. It makes you a richer person and a better artist.

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Feeling frazzled that I didn't finish everything on my to-do list over the holidays. Perfectionism is still haunting me in 2025 ✌️

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Dan Arndt @danarndtwrites.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Why is there no Warhammer 40k board game called Settlers of C'Tan

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

A picky eaters dream 💭 It's me, it's my dream.

Photo of a shelf with Cheetos Puffs Cheese Pizza.

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Marceline is Racing Dinos @marcelineleiman.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

When I was just a baby game designer, not having made anything of note yet, I dreamed of Dan Thurot reviewing one of my games. Not only has he done that—but High Tide 🌊🐚 has joined his pantheon of Best Week 2024!! ✨

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

It's going to take me at least a week to recover from being awake this late. 😴

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Cardboard Time @cardboardtime.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

Announcing my schedule for @orcacon.bsky.social! On Saturday we're talking Accessibility in Gaming and then @colorblindgames.bsky.social and I will be doing a live Color Vision mod. On Sunday - a LIVE episode recording of the podcast with none other than @ourfamplaysgames.bsky.social !

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

2024 was a year of getting comfy in my skin 🥺🥸 Making a hard shift into the tabletop industry fulfilled me in ways I did not expect, but it was still a big move to walk away from a different path. So happy to have more confidence moving into 2025 and looking forward to carving out my space. ✨

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Jillian Schumacher @jillianschumacher.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

BE GAY IN 2025

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Ana Marie Cox @anamariecox.com · 01/01/2025

If you're wondering, "Did I do enough today?" You did. If you're wondering, "Did I do enough this year?" You did. You're here. You're at the finish of the year, the day, the hour. The bad news is that as you are still breathing, you have to do it all again. But that's the good news, too.

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

The best & wildest thing to happen this year: my partner & I bought a house! My focus has been centered on this in the last few months. It's a cozy, almost 100 year old home that needs a bit of love. But I'm looking forward to shifting back to hobbies & professional development in the new year. 💖

Photo of a gold framed watercolor of my house with the words "Our First House" at the bottom, hanging on a Christmas tree with white lights around it.

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Plumpy Thimble @plumpythimble.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Someone please make one that generates Roll n writes for my next flight.

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Jamie Daggers - Mini Painter/Game Designer @daggers.tv · 30/12/2024

Here’s a cute lil #stardewvalley commish I did for my friends for a Christmas gift! If ya like it, please share! Help an independent artist! #minipainting #miniaturepainting #art #commission #pixelart

Painted miniatures from stardew valley done in a pixel art style standing in front of a barn standee

Stardew valley miniatures done in a pixel art style

A Stardew valley horse miniature painted in a pixel art style

Stardew valley miniatures painted in a pixel art style in a gift box

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 29/12/2024

I've been trying to get a bunch of painting done before the end of the year and got sick AGAIN so I had to put it on pause. But I'm getting there 🌟

A bunch of minis primed in black, scattered on my desk and next to my keyboard.

Gellerpox Infected Kill Team primed and dry brushed sitting in a wooden box.

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Cardboard Time @cardboardtime.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

It's Cardboard Time! Episode 102 is out now (anchor.fm/cardboardtime and most platforms). On today's episode - @olloplays.bsky.social joins me in reviewing Foundations of Metropolis (@arcanewonders.bsky.social) and Marrakesh, and we talk about the 10 "new to us" games we can't stop thinking about!

Cardboard Time Podcast Episode 102
From top left to right, box art for Marrakesh, box art for Foundations of Metropolis, and Olivia Lothary and myself playing Beer and Bread
10 "new to us" games we can't stop thinking about with Olivia Lothary.

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Women Of TTRPG @womenofttrpg.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

We finally started our Women in TTRPG Starter Pack! go.bsky.app/P4FN8hM Go check out this epic list of amazing women, working and creating in the TTRPG space. We’ll also keep adding to this list over time so make sure you check back.

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Kness @kness.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

41 Cozy Little Birbs

41 adorable cozy little birds in scarves, hats and sweaters, painted with green and reds watercolors, in a grid.

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Rayne Grimm Vulpes Zer-Duh @raynegrimm.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Reupping this because we all need some more Queer amazingness in our lives!

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Daniel Wynter @boardgamefeast.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Last call for Canadian snacks, get in your requests! (Here's last year's bounty for inspiration)

A pile of Canadian treats cinlduing Kit Kat Chunky, Coffee Crisp, Mars Bards, Turtles, Oh Henry, Hawkins Cheesies and Maynards Fuzzy Peaches

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Cardboard Time @cardboardtime.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

To say that I'm excited for people to hear this interview with @amabel.bsky.social tomorrow is an absolute understatement. Here's a sneak peek!

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

The relationship of a parent and child has always felt so fraught to me that I don't even know how to present an idea of what a semi-ideal relationship could look like. Good luck this week y'all 🦃

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Mx. Tiffany Leigh @tiffanyleigh.northsky.social · 21/11/2024

Okay! Feeds are created by users. It's a bit of coding so you can't just spin one up in the app per se. So they are always attributed to a user. If you know a user that has feeds you can see what they created. The hashtag in the left column is where your feeds live.

Screenshot of a bluesky app showing the Feeds page via browser. Pink arrows highlight the hashtag to the left column, which is where to find "Feeds" and the upper right corner of the Feeds page which says "Edit."

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Olivia Lothary @olloplays.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

I did it. I bought the pink Christmas tree for my office. 💖🎄🤶

Ad photo for a 6 foot slim pink Christmas tree.

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Cardboard Time @cardboardtime.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

I'll probably be posting the engagement photos we got back for a while, but I felt this was especially relevant to my board game community on here!

Coins spelling out our wedding date: 10 (from the Stefan Feld City Collection), 5 (from Distilled), and 25 (From Nidavellir) with our wedding rings and a heart token from Tome

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