Sunbloom Media Arts Center

Did you know that Five Mics was brought to our GDoCExpo Watch Party? 🎤🃏 The iconic hip-hop trading card game, Five Mics, was featured alongside the creator himself, Ace Patterson✨

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Combining a love for hip-hop, comics/anime, and gaming, you can enter a vast universe of hip-hop artists as they strive to achieve legenday status and finesse their craft!

We thank Ace Patterson for taking the time to speak with us, sharing the story of Five Mics, and teaching members how to play! 🃏

Did you know that Five Mics was brought to our GDoCExpo Watch Party? 🎤🃏 The iconic hip-hop trading card game, Five Mics, was featured alongside the creator himself, Ace Patterson✨

Everyone had a thrilling time getting to play and learn which cards were the best to use with the support of Ace. 🃏👏

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IndieCade

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One of the highlights from the GDocExpo Watch Party with @sunbloomarts.bsky.social was Keynote Speaker: Ace Patterson ⚡️ We are grateful to Ace for sharing his knowledge on game development and intertwining hip-hop culture into Five Mics. 🎤 Thank you Ace.⚡️👏 📸: Iman Fayek and Brianna Rose

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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Most importantly, we give thanks to our remarkable Sunbloom team for all the work they've invested towards this event. To our supporters, we couldn't have done this without every reshare and repost, and we hope that you had a wonderful time meeting and reuniting with fellow game devs. 🕹️

Amplifying spaces of representation and diversity in the game dev scene lies at the core of what we do. It's what we will continue to set out upon, and we cannot wait to see where the road continues to take us. Once again, thank you for your unwavering support! ❤️

We appreciate IndieCade and The GAME School at ASU for collaborating with us and bridging our communities together. ✨

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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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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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 🪷

Sunbloom Media Arts Center@sunbloomarts.bsky.social

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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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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GDoCExpo is this week. World-class one-track online conference. Sliding-scale tickets, nothing gated by price. Open captions, immediate VODs. $21K in no-strings dev grants. Front-page Steam Sale + Direct, no fees. Watch Parties around the world. No unpaid speakers, mods, labor. Come see it.

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Alexia Mohabir 🌸

@woeandgrow.bsky.social

4 Sept

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! 🌱

1 Sept

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 Aug

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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givebutter.comGame Devs of Color Expo Los Angeles Watch PartyJoin Sunbloom Media Arts Center and IndieCade at the ASU GAME School for talks, showcases, and community!

Along with streaming GDoCExpo talks, we'll have selected demos from the Direct, talks with developers, and a local games showcase & playtest! 🕹️ If you are interested in showcasing your game, please fill out the following form: forms.gle/cgEZQrUV3gA9... ✍️ See you in September! 🍂🍁

gamedevsofcolor.orgGame Devs of Color Expo | Sep 22–25, 2026Amplifying the creative power held by people of color in games.

We are immensely grateful to be collaborating with @gdocexpo.com and @indiecade.bsky.social! 🎉 To our communities in Los Angeles, we hope to see you in September! Make sure to check out their websites here to learn more about the work they invest in: - www.gamedevsofcolor.org - www.indiecade.com

givebutter.comGame Devs of Color Expo Los Angeles Watch PartyJoin Sunbloom Media Arts Center and IndieCade at the ASU GAME School for talks, showcases, and community!

Join us on Friday, September 25th, from 12-9 pm! Tickets are required and all are welcome: givebutter.com/GDoC-LA 🎟️ GDoCExpo returns for its 11th year, featuring innovative and impactful games from diverse creators. Join us as we celebrate game devs of color from around the world AND Los Angeles! 🕹️

10 Aug

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

9 Aug

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. ⏰

Sunbloom Media Arts Center@sunbloomarts.bsky.social

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! ✍️

8 Aug

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23 July

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

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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.

21 July

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. ✍️🪷

Sunbloom Media Arts Center@sunbloomarts.bsky.social

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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forms.gleSunbloom Full Bloom Green Thumb (Mentor) ApplicationSunbloom Media Arts Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to grow the games industry into a safer and more equitable space by fostering community and providing opportunities for people of color. ...

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Application form: forms.gle/DGufx7gphYnD... Make sure to apply by Sunday, August 9th, 2026. Application window closes at 8:00 PM PST/11:00 PM EST!

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29 June

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13 July

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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9 July

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. 💪🏽

forms.gleSunbloom Full Bloom Buddy (Mentee) ApplicationIn case you're a mentor and you've ended up at the wrong place!: https://forms.gle/75ZsX75rK7cUvqZP9 Sunbloom Media Arts Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit working to grow the games industry into a saf...

9 July

While we respect and support students, the program is intended for individuals currently working in the games industry. The program will run for 10 weeks, taking place between September 7th - November 9th. 🗓️ Apply HERE: forms.gle/MaMJaSucU9xF...

9 July

Want to learn more about the application process? Attend our info session next Monday, July 13th and ask any questions you may have pertaining to applying! ✍️ The info session will be held via Google Meet. Link will be available soon. 💻

29 June

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Have any questions, comments, or concerns? Contact us at: contact@sunbloomarts.org 💻 Wishing you all the best during the application process! ✨

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23 June

Mentor Info Session is taking place NOW! 🪷✨ meet.google.com/uyf-zrhi-yji

22 June

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

If you’d love to uplift our amazing BIPOC mentees in the games industry, apply to be a mentor today! We greatly appreciate you sharing this opportunity to your wider network with those who may be interested. 🤝 Want to learn more about applying? Attend our info session on Monday, June 22nd! 🗓️

Application form: forms.gle/DGufx7gphYnD... Make sure to apply by Sunday, August 9th, 2026. Application window closes at 8:00 PM PST/11:00 PM EST!

luma.comSunbloom & Friends Meetup! · LumaCome 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…

12 Mar

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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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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@teampomonok.bsky.social

10 Mar

Your moment of Zen. Love, @teresajusino.bsky.social #GDC2026 #GDC #SanFrancisco #GameDev @officialgdc.bsky.social @sunbloomarts.bsky.social

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10 Mar

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