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麥月明 🎨 they/them 🕊️ long live int'l solidarity! treaty 1 🌷🐟 illustration & comics~!! but i mostly blog... ٩(*•͈ ꇴ •͈*)و ̑̑❀ eSims 🫒 https://chuffed.org/project/crips-for-esims-for-gaza 🪷 https://nataliemark.ca 💌 [email protected]

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · Aug 30

hey party ppl!! ICYMI i got my hands on a riso machine locally. hoping to launch this project and service in a few months thanks to the wonderful space provided by Take Home BIPOC Arthouse and I want to play around with more art - YOUR ARTWORK 🫵

🦌 forms.gle/ZBcwsPdp6m4V...
🍀 moricaripress.carrd.co

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 1d

and expand community and solidarity with this in similar conditions. we are so connected to one another and it will also be important for my own personal, creative, and career growth!

natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 1d

i don't believe tarot cards can tell the future or anything, but i did some readings with some buddies tonight after watching a scawwy movie and it really quelled some of the anxieties i had about travelling to the US. it's still hell but it's important to cling to the opportunity to meet new people

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Ritesh! @riteshwriter.bsky.social · 1d

Remembering Naji al-Ali's work today

A brick wall with a gap showcasing two prison-bars, bent, with a sunflower strung around them. And text in arabic inscribed upon the wall, as the visual of a small boy Handala is present in one of the small-bricks in the wall.

The text demands freedom for all political detainees in prisons in Israel and the Arab World (December, 1979)

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QuyetPawz @quyetpawz.bsky.social · 1d

Here ya go

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Stealth40k @stealth40k.bsky.social · 1d

Legendary Final Fantasy Composer Nobuo Uematsu says he’s never used generative AI, and never will.

"I think it still feels more rewarding to go through the hardships of creating something myself."

automaton-media.com/en/news/fina...

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Gretchen Felker-Martin 🍉 @scumbelievable.bsky.social · 2d

My friend Sama'a needs our help to get medicine and water for her little girl. Please give what you can to help Julia recover

Samaa❤🍉❤ @samaa4.bsky.social · 2d

SOS
Julia suffers from severe infections due to drinking unsafe water in Gaza and unhealthy food. I need $40ى0 to buy her medicine and edible food.
Your support, even a little, can save the life of an innocent family.
Be with me and don't leave me
Don't let us bleed
gofund.me/db56c7ce3

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Carta Monir @cartamonir.com · 7d

If you love trans people, if you love sex workers, if you think we deserve to have families... please donate. The amount of money my friend needs to raise for court costs is shocking. Please donate.

More Carta @morecarta.bsky.social · 7d

I am fundraising for an anonymous friend, who is a trans sex worker and POC. They are at risk of losing custody of their children. Please, please donate. This is a situation that is painful and scary beyond description.

PLEASE SHARE GRAPHICS WIDELY

🫂 www.gofundme.com/f/help-keep-... 🫂

URGENT NEED! HELP KEEP FAMILY TOGETHER, DONATE NOW!

We are raising funds for a pillar of our community: a trans sex worker of color who is at risk of losing custody of their children. While their lawyers are confident they can win this discriminatory case, funds are needed by February 2026. We believe they should no longer have to face this on their own, which is why we are asking for your support.

Goal: $50,000

https://www.gofundme.com/help-keep-family-together-urgent

Venmo: carta-monir
Cashapp: $cartamonir

Send donations with a red heart emoji to ensure funds are redirected to this SWER

We are raising funds for a beloved community member; a trans sex worker of color who is at risk of losing custody of their children. For their safety and privacy they must remain anonymous, but this is a pillar of our community, loved and verified by those of us running this fundraiser.

Our friend is facing a trial in February regarding the custody of their young children. The case against them is based on the fact that their primary form of income is sex work. Notably, the judge of the initial custody arrangement ruled that their job was not reason enough to restrict their parenting time years ago. Because of this precedent, their lawyer feels very confident they will win their upcoming case.

To defend their rights to parent their own children, our friend needs to raise $75,000 by February 2026. This staggering amount of money is required by the court to cover the costs associated with a two day trial (lawyers fees, expert witnesses, the court reporter, depositions, creation of trial binders, the list goes on). If they cannot secure these funds by the February deadline, they will be forced to settle, resulting in severely reduced interaction with their children. We obviously do not want this to happen.

Our friend has provided for themself and their children for years, fighting their custody battle in private while continuing to be an incredible parent, friend, and educator. They can no longer face this by themselves, which is why we are asking for your support.

In our current political climate, we know that our friend's situation is especially precarious. This is a crucial moment to show solidarity with a community member who needs it more than ever.

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Amazing Digital Carcass @amagire.bsky.social · 2d

this one doin numbers on mastodon but bsky doesn't let me have enough characters

@amagire@mastodon.social

elevated horror: what if you're grieving your loved one TOO MUCH?
folk horror: what if a child's disability could EAT PEOPLE?
supernatural horror: what if your childhood trauma could EAT PEOPLE?
psychological horror: what if your adult trauma could EAT PEOPLE?
body horror: what if your gender dysphoria could EAT PEOPLE?
slasher horror: what if a random guy was trying to kill you, instead of a cop or your boyfriend?

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 2d

kyahhh okie :3c

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John Leavitt @leavittalone.bsky.social · 3d

There is an actual life-changing conflict between WFH being cheaper and more efficient, an entire layer of middle managers who need to have meetings to feel alive, and the commercial real estate cabal that runs all cities. It’s going to get so fucking weird.

Hell-Raea-ser 🦋✨🏳️‍⚧️🏴 @raea.meangirls.online · 3d

remote work is like birth control or UBI atp where there’s overwhelming research consensus they improve quality of life for people they apply to, yet access is impeded or blocked by the ruling class because the thought of marginalized ppl having rich full lives makes steam come out their ears

Tim Dickinson @timdickinson.bsky.social · 3d

2. Rolling Stone is owned by a large media conglomerate, which is ending remote work across its brands.

My home is Portland, Oregon, ~1,000 miles from the nearest office, so this marks the end of the line for me at RS.

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

libra season is truly the best season!!! happy birthday 🎂

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tams @ MCM London F15 @maezanilla.bsky.social · 10d

“This two-handed soldier’s sword was huge and aberrant and frankly malicious, and utterly your responsibility.”

A drawing of Harrowhark Nonagesimus from The Locked Tomb series, dressed in hospital clothes while hugging a glowing two handed sword and crying, her gaze a little lost.

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shu @shuyawns.com · 4d

hello #portfolioday !!

i'm shu, self-taught blender artist currently based in canada! i love pokemon, little round creatures and miniatures 💛

a 3d render of clefairy with a sleepy cap on. she is holding onto a fuzzy purple blanket while holding onto the phone with her other hand. she is in the bedroom, cozied up in her bed, with some pillows and books on the floor, and sparkling lights to make the night peaceful.

A render of Porygon2 in a swimming pool. It is floating alongside a Psyduck floatie that is carrying a can of lemonade, along with a tube float and a ball in the pool. In the background, a few strands of palm tree leaves are visible behind the pool scene.

What happens to a chao when it gets sent away? A 3d render based on the Chao from Sonic Adventures DX when you try to send your Chao away forever. This Chao has a tear in its eye and is holding a bindle to prepare for its new life.

3d render of azumarill in a space suit, floating. surrounded by stars and curious cleffa, azurill is waving to a cleffa floating near by it. they appear to be on a moon, crater-like surface.

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vesta z @godaughtr.bsky.social · 4d

ORANGEPEEL, ONIONSKIN is out for free!

For twenty years, Mona has prepared to deliver the god that sleeps in Lave's belly.

Now, four nights, and four rituals, remain.

80+ images and 17.5k words written with @pepperbloom.bsky.social, for #erohorrorVNjam

godaughtr.itch.io/orangepeel-o...

screenshot of the main menu for "Orangepeel, Onionskin," depicted in pixellated black and white. it depicts a stone carving of wo figures embracing while one stabs the other.

screenshot of "Orangepeel, Onionskin." the background depicts a building in Roman style, standing among some trees. the text reads:
Lave: Am I a nun?
Isabel: You're worse than a nun!
Lave: You'd better watch your tongue.
He patted his left side.
Lave: Four nights from now, he'll be making the rules. No more wine for Sister Isabel!
Isabel: Ha...!
Isabel's face turned.
Isabel: That'd be fine. At least then I'd know for sure that you're part of him.

screenshot of "Orangepeel, Onionskin." the background depicts Lave, a young fat man with white hair, embracing Mona, a thin woman with black hair. they are lying on the ground, in the dark, with miserable expressions. the text reads:
Mona: I'm sorry.
Mona: What's coming won't show you mercy.
Lave: But you can.
Mona: ...I can.

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

yippie!! let me give you my folken fanel print 😋🤠💕

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

we are nothing without solidarity and community!!! also have had the pleasure of meeting a few members at TCAF, CAKE, thought bubble etc. everyone has been so friendly and cool! (come say hi to me at MICE btw...)

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

it's just sooooooo evident that cartoonists are a part of the labour struggle. in fact i was put in touch with someone in mtl who organized gig workers and wrote a book about. when i'm less busy i'm gonna try and talk to her too! it's so invigorating to see the ca-coop come to life and progress.

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

very nice to participate in coop in small ways. join the ca-coop!!! even if you're just looking for the occasional social aspect through online chat and annual volunteering as your dues, it's still a great community. this + other org work has had me in convo with CUPE members, on picket lines, etc.

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

okay yes some of these stats are sad, but seeing which workers are making bag is also very agitated for me to see what our conditions could be like. let the sorrow turn into determination to be an active participant in the work whether you're seasoned or emerging. im def new career but it is

Cartoonist Cooperative @cartoonist.coop · 4d

The 2024 numbers are crunched, data visualised, and insights SHARED!

Here's the findings of the 2024 Comics Worker Survey!

Anyone can read these findings on income, rates, royalties and more--online or as a PDF.

The Cartoonist Cooperative

Making comics better for everyone!

cartoonist.coop

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natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

this is vital work as we have seen other attempts within the UN's int'l law framework, but int'l *humanitarian* law serves a specific purpose which is armed conflict. it sets an independent framework for to hold these imperialist gangsters accountable for their disregard of land and human life.

natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

on the site they answer Qs about what *PEOPLE'S* tribunal is, naming perpetrators and imperialist criminals like US, UK, France, Germany - even other backers like US led private charities. presenting concrete evidence, public testimony, and expert analysis.

natbu @floodkiss.bsky.social · 3d

something cool: international people's tribunal on palestine is slated to take place in nov in barcelona - internationalsolidarity.org/tribunal/

there are also educationals you can attend for further analysis!

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they/them might be giants ☭ @babadookspinoza.bsky.social · 4d

If you identify the genesis of US fascism as Trump’s entrance into politics, your analysis will fail every time. Fascism didn’t come to the US—it was born here! In the garrison-colonies of the British and Spanish, in the genocidal westward expansion, in the slave ships bringing misery and wealth.

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Gallery Nucleus @gallerynucleus.bsky.social · 3d

🖤The Tekkonkinkreet Film Storyboard book is back in stock!

☯This 10th Anniversary Edition is complete with all 12-volume storyboards (All texts are in Japanese.)

Shop here: gallerynucleus.com/detail/30555/

#gallerynucleus #tekkonkinkreet #studio4c #characterdesign #storyboard

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Miranda Osthoff @tinyconstruct.bsky.social · 4d

It literally steals the work of an incredible number of sex workers who will not be paid, at all.

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