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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who came to our Game Devs of Color Expo Watch Party in Los Angeles! 🎉 It was a fulfilling day of connecting with our Sunbloom community, playtesting an incredible set of games, and being in the presence of amazing keynote speakers. 🪷

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our GDoCExpo Watch Party with IndieCade at The GAME School in Los Angeles! ✨ We had a wonderful time playing games from local devs, streaming GDoCExpo talks, and hearing from keynote speakers! 🎉 Stay tuned for more Sunbloom related events and news. 🪷

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Tim S. Davis☀️ @timstatis.blacksky.app · 27/09/2026

Also, shoutout to @sunbloomarts.bsky.social and ASU for hosting a fun, community-driven expo watch party and mini-showcase Friday night. Had a good time hanging out and sharing the latest updates for @bt-games-mac.bsky.social Clock Out at 2 and our new unannounced game title, Project: "Bride"

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

TOMORROW'S THE DAY! 🎉✨ Join us and @indiecade.bsky.social at our GDoCExpo Watch Party tomorrow from 12-9 PM at The GAME School at ASU in Downtown Los Angeles. 🌆 Make sure to grab a ticket for entry using this link: givebutter.com/GDoC-LA 🪷

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Brian S. Chung @brianschung.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It's not too late to join in. In fact, here's a code for a free ticket (normally $50): ti.to/GDoCExpo/202... Code is good for the first 10 people who use it, grab yours quick!

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Alexia Mohabir 🌸 @woeandgrow.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

So excited to be chosen as a mentee in this year's @sunbloomarts.bsky.social mentorship program!! 🥰 Thank you so much for the opportunity to learn from such a talented cohort. Aiming to really hone my game, visual and narrative design skills! 🌱

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September begins tomorrow, which means we're closer to our GDoCExpo Watch Party in Downtown Los Angeles! Make sure to scan our QR code as tickets will be required to attend. 🎟️ For our dev friends in Los Angeles, you can showcase your game at our event by applying here: forms.gle/cgEZQrUV3gA9... 🕹️

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Game Devs of Color Expo @gdocexpo.com · 12/08/2026

The GDoCExpo 2026 full schedule is out NOW! 🙌🏾 Four days, Sept 22–25, online - 38 sessions, 40+ speakers for our 11th year. gdoc.events/2026schedule In-person watch parties are back in NYC, LA, Rochester, and Portland, with more to be announced! #gdocexpo2026 #gamedev

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Are you based in Los Angeles and interested in attending Game Devs of Color Expo? 👾 Sunbloom Media Arts Center and IndieCade are bringing you a GDoCExpo Watch Party, hosted at The GAME School at ASU in DTLA! 🌆

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The Full Bloom Mentorship Applications have now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied! 🎉🪷

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

TODAY is now the LAST day to apply to our Full Bloom Mentorship Program! 🪷 Application window closes at 8:00 PM PST//11:00 PM EST. ⏰

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to apply to our Full Bloom Mentorship Program! 🪷 We aim to pair BIPOC Mentees with outstanding Mentors as they will guide them in the ever-evolving game development industry. ✨ Re-share with your networks and those who may be interested! ✍️

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Be sure to check out our website for more information about the Full Bloom Mentorship Program! 🪷 www.sunbloomarts.org

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Apply to be a Mentor today! Our window to apply is still open, and it will close on Sunday, August 9th at 8:00 PM PST/11:00 PM EST. ✍️🪷

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Want to learn more about our Full Bloom Mentorship Program? Take a look at what the program entails. 🪷 We are currently accepting applications for those interested in becoming a mentor. The window to apply will be open until Monday, August 3rd at 8 PM PST/11 PM EST.

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Mentee Info Session will be held tomorrow at 6:00 PM PST/9:00 PM EST. 🪷 Ask any questions you may have pertaining to the application and the program :) Link to Info Session: meet.google.com/ffx-npuy-rgm

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Call for Mentors! 🪷 It’s that time again… Our Full Bloom Mentorship Program has returned! Sunbloom Media Arts Center is now seeking games industry MENTORS for our annual Full Bloom Mentorship Program. We welcome professionals of ALL specializations/disciplines to apply. ✍

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Become a part of the Full Bloom Mentorship as a MENTEE! 🪷 Sunbloom Media Arts Center is devoted to amplifying BIPOC creators/voices in the games industry through our annual Full Bloom Mentorship Program. We aim to pair BIPOC mentees with mentors of all disciplines. 💪🏽

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

For those interested in asking questions and learning more about becoming a mentor, Sunbloom Media Arts Center is hosting an Info Session at 6:00 PM PST/9:00 PM EST TODAY! 🪷✨ We will be meeting via Google Meet: meet.google.com/uyf-zrhi-yji

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Just a friendly reminder that our Sunbloom & Friends Park Meetup is officially tomorrow! :) We'll be gathering at 12:30PM at the Yerba Buena Gardens. Make sure to RSVP here: luma.com/klaeana1?tk=...

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Sunbloom & Friends Meetup! · Luma

Come hang out with Sunbloom and all of our wonderful friends at GDC! Bring your lunch and join us for a chill hangout in the park. Our org is all about…

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Teresa Jusino (she/her) @teresajusino.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Day 1 of #GDC2026 accomplished! Check out my post here! 🎮🎮🎮 www.instagram.com/p/DVsDgwqlFaM #GameDev #GDC #VideoGames #IndieDev @officialgdc.bsky.social @sunbloomarts.bsky.social

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

We are so glad to have you in our cohort, Teresa! 💐

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Did you hear? We're having a Sunbloom & Friends Park Meetup! 🪷 We're excited to share we'll be hosting a casual meetup for the greater community next Thursday, March 12th from 12:30PM - 2:00PM at the Yerba Buena Gardens. 🌿

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Game Devs of Color Expo @gdocexpo.com · 03/03/2026

📆 Thursday March 12, 2pm PT Sunbloom Media Arts Center & Friends Meetup | Sunbloom Yerba Buena Gardens | luma.com/klaeana1 👤 @sunbloomarts.bsky.social

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

It's time to shine a spotlight on our 2026 GDC Cohort! 💡 We are honored to have these extraordinary individuals embark upon another chapter of their games journey at GDC, where they'll attend networking events, a variety of workshops, and insightful talks. #GDC2026 #GDCScholarImpact #Sunbloom

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Hello everyone! Still haven't got your GDC Pass yet? Not to worry! For a limited time, GDC Festival of Gaming is offering an extra $50 off the Early Indie/Start-up Rate! Grab your pass for just $449 by 11:59pm PT on February 20. Use Code GDCINDIEP at check out.

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

The global game development community is gathering at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🌍 Join over 30k developers, artists, designers & innovators for the industry's premier event. Grab Your Pass: gdc.informafestivals.com/2026/registr... #GDC2026 #GameDev

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

The team at Sunbloom is excited to announce that we are officially GDC: Festival of Gaming 2026 Scholarship Partners! Partnering with GDC has been a goal for us since our org’s inception and we’re so happy to share this milestone with you. #GDC2026 #GameDev

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Happy December! ❄️ It’s the time of year when we all show our gratitude for the communities that lift us up and the orgs that put in the work. 🤝 With your support, we’re committed to continuing our mission of uplifting marginalized communities in games. 🫂 givebutter.com/sunbloom2025

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Teresa Jusino (she/her) @teresajusino.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Working w/ @freakyaguilar.bsky.social as my @sunbloomarts.bsky.social mentor, he asked me to create mock-ups of different screens for my #VisualNovel. Thx to awesome art from Aisling Kesinger & @princessjem4.bsky.social, #ROBOTGIRL's gonna look SO cute! My basic design for a choice screen. #GameDev

Mock-up of a choice screen from the visual novel, ROBOT GIRL. The background image is a teen girl bedroom with a pink and purple color scheme. Overlaid on the left side of the image is a square illustrated image of Latina player character, Ana. Beneath her are smaller square images of three robots: Sensors, Effectors, and Control System. Above Ana are 10 illustrated pink sporks.

On the right of the image is a pink banner with the following written in black text: "Even without the overhead light, the space is warmly lit by strands of purple fairy lights hanging across the ceiling..."

Beneath the banner are four choices on black buttons with white text and a small light blue illustration of Saturn next to each one. They are:

* I hate the dark.
* Listen, energy-efficient, low-light strands are both a practical night-light and super-cute, okay?
* The purple lights get hazy as my gaze softens...
* To-Do: 1) Disconnect the...

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Teresa Jusino (she/her) @teresajusino.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Leveling up my #GameDev skills in multiple ways! Was recently accepted into @sunbloomarts.bsky.social's "Full Bloom" mentorship pgrm being mentored by @freakyaguilar.bsky.social for the next few wks as I build out my first game! (1/2) *concept art from my 1st IF game #ROBOTGIRL by Aisling Kesinger

Concept sketch of a character from ROBOT GIRL called "Sensors" - a childlike robot wearing a beanie w/a propeller and holding a lollypop.

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Applications for the Full Bloom Mentorship Program have CONCLUDED! ✨ Thank you to everyone who has applied as either a Mentor or Mentee. 💫 Have a beautiful rest of your Sunday & we wish you all the best. ✌️ Support us: www.sunbloomarts.org

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

LAST CALL! Today is the last day to apply to be a Mentee in the Full Bloom Mentorship Program. 💫 Refer to our post below for the specific disciplines we are currently seeking. Make sure to submit applications by TONIGHT at 8PM PST/11PM EST.

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

For those interested in the Full Bloom Mentorship Program and becoming a Mentee, we are currently in search of the following roles: - Researchers - Producers - Those interested in game music - Those who want to dedicate themselves to promoting diversity in games Deadline to apply: This Saturday! ✨

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

💫 A friendly reminder that applications for becoming a Mentee close this Saturday, August 23rd! 💫 The program is seeking professionals working in or breaking into the games industry. Apply today! ✍️ Share with networks who may be interested in this incredible opportunity! 📝

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

As we're taking in new applications for the second round of our Full Bloom program, we wanted to highlight some of our incredible Mentees and Mentors from last year's cohort group! We were honored and thrilled to have these amazing individuals in our program, and we're excited to meet new faces!

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

✨Become a part of the Full Bloom Mentorship Program as a MENTEE!✨ We aim to pair BIPOC mentees with mentors of all backgrounds as they set out to achieve their goals. While we respect students, the program is intended for professionals working in or breaking into the games industry. Apply today!

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

✨ FINAL CALL for Mentors! ✨ Applications have been extended until THIS SUNDAY! We are seeking the following roles: - Narrative Designers - Game Designers/Indie Devs - Level Designers - Technical Artists Scan the QR code or refer to the link for the application: forms.gle/pJyead6RAVYD...

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

✨LAST CALL for Mentors! ✨ Applications are now open until Sunday, August 10th! We are cutrently in search of: - Narrative Designers - Game Designers/Indie Devs - Level Designers - Technical Artists If you'd love to support our amazing BIPOC mentees, apply today and share with your networks!

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

✨Become a Mentor! ✨ Have not applied yet? Applications are STILL open until next Saturday, August 9th! We encourage professionals of ALL disciplines/specializations to apply. Share with your networks who may be interested in being a mentor and support our incredible mentees. 💫

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

✨ Seeking Mentors! ✨ We are seeking mentors for the Full Bloom Mentorship Program! We welcome professionals of ALL disciplines to apply. If you'd love to uplift our amazing BIPOC mentees, apply to be a mentor today! Please share with your networks who may be interested. forms.gle/CUuZxzLJ3c2H...

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Sunbloom Media Arts Center @sunbloomarts.bsky.social · 27/08/2024

Hello!! We're so happy to kickoff our mentorship program! Running from late October - the end of January. If you're a professional in games or trying to make a career switch, apply!We have openings for mentors and mentees. All applications are due by September 9th. www.sunbloomarts.org/mentorship

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