Tamara Hughes

Well, one good thing about one poll in Edmonton staying open way later and thus delaying the results - we'll be spared the jubilance of the separatists if they get off to an early lead because all of their middle-of-nowhere polling stations are super quick to count compared to the ones in the city.

elections.ab.caWhere Do I Vote? - Elections AlbertaFind where you can vote in the advance polls and on Election day - choose what works best for you from April 9-13 and April 16, 2019.

Albertans: It’s referendum day! The latest polls show the separatists have a chance to win if the rest of us stay home. You can vote today 9 am - 8 pm. Bring photo ID with your address. Find your voting location here: www.elections.ab.ca/current-elec... 🇨🇦

@lucidvirtuality.bsky.social I think we were at the same VR performance today? I should have said hi but I was catching up with a friend (and also got shy)

adamgryu.itch.ioThe Annual Ghost Town Pumpkin Festival by adamgryucarve a lil pumpkin and share it with the world

It's almost time for GHOST TOWN PUMPKIN FESTIVAL!!! adamgryu.itch.io/pumpkin-carver I love this thing every year

This was such a phenomenal talk for anyone working in indie marketing (especially if you're doing the too-many-hats type of marketing where you gotta do EVERYTHING) - well worth the @gdocexpo.com ticket price to watch this one alone! (Lots of other great talks too!)

Game Devs of Color Expo@gdocexpo.com

There's more than meets the eye for a game trailer! Game trailer director @derek-lieu.com walked us through the concept & creation for Skin Deep by Blendo Games. He explored researching & playing the game, finding the creative direction, gathering tools for easier capture, & executing. #gdocexpo

22 Sept

GDoC this week!! I really enjoyed this last year, lots of interesting & insightful talks (not to mention waaaaay more accessible than GDC). Check it out!

Game Devs of Color Expo@gdocexpo.com

The global game community is diverse. The industry isn't. GDoCExpo is an online conference that exists to close that gap. Celebrate creativity & culture in games w/ us! This week: talks, panels, interviews, networking, community demos, Direct, grant awards & watch parties! Who we are & what we do👇🏽

9 Sept

I’ve been checking out some of the Venice Immersive works in @vrchat.com over the past few days. Very cool! It’s only there for a little bit longer, check it out while you can!

9 Sept

Specularium has been my favorite so far... had a lot of trouble deciding on one image for the first post.

6 Sept

It’s UNDERTALE SYMPHONY DAY!! I’m kinda excited about this concert. 😊

Application due in two hours. Still missing one attachment and two to three supporting media. OK adhd, time to LOCK IN.

OK so I don't feel like I have a great shot at getting in, but I would have had zero chance if I didn't try. And it was kinda neat to look back at all the cool arts stuff I've done over the years... music festivals and concerts, plays, voice acting, creative programs and festivals.

So... I will wait and see.

Application due in two hours. Still missing one attachment and two to three supporting media. OK adhd, time to LOCK IN.

YOLO

Application due in two hours. Still missing one attachment and two to three supporting media. OK adhd, time to LOCK IN.

banffcentre.caVirtual Reality Storytelling Fundamentals 2027A practical two-week intensive where artists and technologist explore the foundations for creating experiential stories in digital performance spaces.

I mean COME ON though this looks so fun: www.banffcentre.ca/programs/vir...

😅😅😅

Application due in two hours. Still missing one attachment and two to three supporting media. OK adhd, time to LOCK IN.

I had a clock error (laptop still thinks it's one timezone over). NOW it's two hours left. 😰😰😰

However, I am getting close. Technically I could submit now (attachments are attached, two of three media samples submitted), but I want to get a pdf of my larger portfolio.

26 Aug

Working on something less than 24 hours before it's due. I've known about it for like a month. ADHD has really failed me today.

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Ben Collins

@bencollins.bsky.social

19 Aug

Avoiding AI is about to be a superpower.

Henry Mance@henrymance.ft.com

Woah.

streamladder.comHow to Opt Out of Twitch's Generative AI Training (2026)Twitch now lets Amazon train AI on your streams, VODs and chat by default. Here is how to find the buried toggle and opt out in three steps.

14 Aug

Good article on how to opt your channel out of GenAI training on twitch: www.streamladder.com/blog/twitch-...

13 Aug

Yeah, I'm a pretty elite VR mini-golfer in @walkaboutminigolf.bsky.social. I'm in the 0.1% for some achievements. (Nevermind that the achievements just came out a few hours ago...)

2 Aug

Supposed to hike up a mountain today but kiddo has a migraine last night and I’m running on like 3.5 hours of sleep 😩

30 July

If you're in Calgary, I would highly recommend Lazy Day Raft Rentals, it is so smooth and drama-free every time I deal with them. Can't wait to go float the Bow River this weekend!

endunpaidwork.caTell The Labour Minister: Don't strip WestJet flight attendants of their right to strike | CUPE 8125WestJet’s flight attendants are fighting to bring back the airline you deserve. They need public support to stop the race to the bottom.

21 July

It remains absolutely bonkers to me that flight attendants in Canada don't get paid until the plane leaves the gate. You need to be there, in uniform and doing necessary tasks? You should be paid. endunpaidwork.ca/right-to-strike

21 July

And like I am going to have to make a number of very long road trips in August if that strike drags out and I *still* support it.

16 July

I love that every time I go out in my neighbourhood, I seem to find a new house with a Forever Canadian sign on it. 😊🍁❤️

15 July

OH MY GOD

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11 July

Tomorrow, I’m gonna (try to) hike up a mountain. I should get some snacks.

10 July

The thing that gets me about the $13 Billion data center coming to my province is all the politicians talking about it like it's going to be so! much! investment! here and I'm like, my dudes most of that is probably going to Nvidia.

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🦇 Hexavier 🎃

@xavierck.com

10 July

team releases game and isn't laid off

Sophia_Nyx 🐰@sophianyx.bsky.social

Name your dream videogame announcement.

9 July

Ok I’m starting to understand the dislike for hiking influencers. Just saw a video today for a hike with no mention that the area was closed due to ROCKSLIDES and still in imminent danger of MORE ROCKSLIDES.

9 July

Anyways I’m glad I went to Grassi a couple times already because who knows when we’ll be able to again.

1 July

Going to enjoy a blissful 24 hours of unemployment. I really hope a bunch of my friends don't get laid off like the last time I was in between jobs for a day. 😅

28 June

Finally started Flock Around from @secretplangames.bsky.social and I am HOOKED. Love that I can recognize the bird songs and calls since we've got a lot of the same birds here! My only criticism is the Canadian Geese are not NEARLY aggressive enough. Those things are scary af in real life.

28 June

The freaking CUTEST game, I swear. 😍

14 June

Doing yard work and man, I could use an ice cream truck for grown-ups that does boozy milkshakes and maybe like gin lemonade slushies?

4 June

Oh nooooo apparently they're bringing back The Littlest Hobo and I don't know if my heart can take that show again. Why does he always need to leeeeeeave

youtube.comTerry Bush - Maybe tomorrow (The littlest hobo) (Music video)YouTube video by MrBrotherbear32

4 June

I cannot be the only Canadian that gets emotional when they hear this www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ybk0...

I think we got the freaking long form census, can I trade with someone

We tapped out after an hour. I have no idea what we paid for electricity last year and the person who does know is on a plane.

Census adventure will continue tomorrow 😫

I think we got the freaking long form census, can I trade with someone

Normally I would be ok with this but I am solo parenting this week and it is FREAKING BUSY with kid stuff every dang day. And I know friends that would have loved to have got it.

youtu.beLittle Kid is too angry for VRYouTube video by Syrmor

29 May

Rec Room shutting down on Monday has me remembering a lot of stuff. All these years later and this still cracks me up. Guess Jordan won that round... youtu.be/ryo_FzUw4Ns?... (It's extra funny to me because I hated and still hate laser tag.)

29 May

(Thanks to everyone in the video for not adding me and screaming at me.)

24 May

My contract nearing an end means I get to spend an exciting Saturday night updating and polishing my resume. Woooooooo.

1 May

My doctor gave me, a woman with ADHD, a form to redo some lab tests in six months. Where is the form now? Zero clue. I have a reminder in my phone to do the tests, but I did not include the location of the form. Not sure what the doc expected to happen here, honestly.