Samuel "Sam" Athanassiou
@samuelanimation.bsky.social
President & Creative Director at Seven Minds Entertainment / Currently working on QUESTLINGS
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Hi, I'm Sam! Sam Athanassiou, at that! I'm a beginner indie 2D animator/artist working in the indie animation world. I'm currently working on my first animated feature and run a little company called Seven Minds! I'm also a Twitter/X refugee BTW! Talk to you guys more soon! :)
The image below is basically how I feel about working on my movie and getting funding for it RN
November 20, 2025 at 2:31 AM
The image below is basically how I feel about working on my movie and getting funding for it RN
You know, I'm an autistic person myself, so this design actually tickles a certain part of my brain hahahahahahahaha ;).
Is it just me or do I really wanna start stimming to this because of how beautiful it looks? Eh, probably just me.
Is it just me or do I really wanna start stimming to this because of how beautiful it looks? Eh, probably just me.
Production art I did in late-2024 of SQUIM on the Smiling Friends episode "Squim Returns"! I just adore this character and I had so much fun drawing him! Once again, huge thanks to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for having me design this critter! 🤪
He holds a special place in my heart!
He holds a special place in my heart!
November 17, 2025 at 9:22 PM
You know, I'm an autistic person myself, so this design actually tickles a certain part of my brain hahahahahahahaha ;).
Is it just me or do I really wanna start stimming to this because of how beautiful it looks? Eh, probably just me.
Is it just me or do I really wanna start stimming to this because of how beautiful it looks? Eh, probably just me.
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Production art I did in late-2024 of SQUIM on the Smiling Friends episode "Squim Returns"! I just adore this character and I had so much fun drawing him! Once again, huge thanks to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for having me design this critter! 🤪
He holds a special place in my heart!
He holds a special place in my heart!
November 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Production art I did in late-2024 of SQUIM on the Smiling Friends episode "Squim Returns"! I just adore this character and I had so much fun drawing him! Once again, huge thanks to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for having me design this critter! 🤪
He holds a special place in my heart!
He holds a special place in my heart!
QUESTLINGS DON'T QUIT, Y'ALL!!!
Exciting news: we have a number of roles open for applications, including Production Managers, a Production Accountant and Production Assistants, oh my!
Apply via the following Google Form link with your portfolio and other info; forms.gle/X6BfLRULqgKC.... (1/2)
Exciting news: we have a number of roles open for applications, including Production Managers, a Production Accountant and Production Assistants, oh my!
Apply via the following Google Form link with your portfolio and other info; forms.gle/X6BfLRULqgKC.... (1/2)
November 13, 2025 at 11:08 PM
QUESTLINGS DON'T QUIT, Y'ALL!!!
Exciting news: we have a number of roles open for applications, including Production Managers, a Production Accountant and Production Assistants, oh my!
Apply via the following Google Form link with your portfolio and other info; forms.gle/X6BfLRULqgKC.... (1/2)
Exciting news: we have a number of roles open for applications, including Production Managers, a Production Accountant and Production Assistants, oh my!
Apply via the following Google Form link with your portfolio and other info; forms.gle/X6BfLRULqgKC.... (1/2)
Me, the Questlings. their parents, and everyone currently involved would like to say "Happy Veteran's Day" with many blessings.
I applaud ALL USA soldiers for helping to protect our country since July 1776, when the Delacration of Independence was signed by the founding fathers of America!
I applaud ALL USA soldiers for helping to protect our country since July 1776, when the Delacration of Independence was signed by the founding fathers of America!
a thank you for your service message with an american flag
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November 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Me, the Questlings. their parents, and everyone currently involved would like to say "Happy Veteran's Day" with many blessings.
I applaud ALL USA soldiers for helping to protect our country since July 1776, when the Delacration of Independence was signed by the founding fathers of America!
I applaud ALL USA soldiers for helping to protect our country since July 1776, when the Delacration of Independence was signed by the founding fathers of America!
Happy Halloween!!!!
To celebrate, I made a special holiday flyer featuring characters from the upcoming Questlings Movie I'm making. Can you tell me who they are?
Hope y'all have a great Halloween this year!! Love from all your friends here at Seven Minds Entertainment/Feature Animation. ;)
To celebrate, I made a special holiday flyer featuring characters from the upcoming Questlings Movie I'm making. Can you tell me who they are?
Hope y'all have a great Halloween this year!! Love from all your friends here at Seven Minds Entertainment/Feature Animation. ;)
October 21, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Happy Halloween!!!!
To celebrate, I made a special holiday flyer featuring characters from the upcoming Questlings Movie I'm making. Can you tell me who they are?
Hope y'all have a great Halloween this year!! Love from all your friends here at Seven Minds Entertainment/Feature Animation. ;)
To celebrate, I made a special holiday flyer featuring characters from the upcoming Questlings Movie I'm making. Can you tell me who they are?
Hope y'all have a great Halloween this year!! Love from all your friends here at Seven Minds Entertainment/Feature Animation. ;)
You know, TV animation would be never, EVER be this smooth nowadays @plushblueeperic.bsky.social @gfurriends.bsky.social
October 19, 2025 at 10:19 PM
You know, TV animation would be never, EVER be this smooth nowadays @plushblueeperic.bsky.social @gfurriends.bsky.social
WE ARE HIRING!!
SMFA and Questlings the Movie are now hiring another big flurry of roles including Character, Prop, and BG Design and Paint.
These are all paid positions. Please fill out the Google form below by October 26th if you're interested!
forms.gle/ZnXETDyW7MuA...
#smfa #questlingsmovie
SMFA and Questlings the Movie are now hiring another big flurry of roles including Character, Prop, and BG Design and Paint.
These are all paid positions. Please fill out the Google form below by October 26th if you're interested!
forms.gle/ZnXETDyW7MuA...
#smfa #questlingsmovie
October 18, 2025 at 3:23 AM
WE ARE HIRING!!
SMFA and Questlings the Movie are now hiring another big flurry of roles including Character, Prop, and BG Design and Paint.
These are all paid positions. Please fill out the Google form below by October 26th if you're interested!
forms.gle/ZnXETDyW7MuA...
#smfa #questlingsmovie
SMFA and Questlings the Movie are now hiring another big flurry of roles including Character, Prop, and BG Design and Paint.
These are all paid positions. Please fill out the Google form below by October 26th if you're interested!
forms.gle/ZnXETDyW7MuA...
#smfa #questlingsmovie
Oh, well. Would you look at that?!
Another Questlings job post! This time it's for storyboard artists and for storyboard clean-up and revisions. Storyboard Clean-Up will take the intial pre-approved rough boards and then clean-up those boards and prepare them - (1/2)
Another Questlings job post! This time it's for storyboard artists and for storyboard clean-up and revisions. Storyboard Clean-Up will take the intial pre-approved rough boards and then clean-up those boards and prepare them - (1/2)
October 15, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Oh, well. Would you look at that?!
Another Questlings job post! This time it's for storyboard artists and for storyboard clean-up and revisions. Storyboard Clean-Up will take the intial pre-approved rough boards and then clean-up those boards and prepare them - (1/2)
Another Questlings job post! This time it's for storyboard artists and for storyboard clean-up and revisions. Storyboard Clean-Up will take the intial pre-approved rough boards and then clean-up those boards and prepare them - (1/2)
Now looking for an experinced ANIMATION SHEET TIMER on QUESTLINGS the MOVIE, starting January '26!
For more information about the job, please click on the blue link below: www.entertainmentcareers.net/seven-minds-...
Looking forward to seeing your applications!!!!!!!
For more information about the job, please click on the blue link below: www.entertainmentcareers.net/seven-minds-...
Looking forward to seeing your applications!!!!!!!
October 14, 2025 at 5:14 AM
Now looking for an experinced ANIMATION SHEET TIMER on QUESTLINGS the MOVIE, starting January '26!
For more information about the job, please click on the blue link below: www.entertainmentcareers.net/seven-minds-...
Looking forward to seeing your applications!!!!!!!
For more information about the job, please click on the blue link below: www.entertainmentcareers.net/seven-minds-...
Looking forward to seeing your applications!!!!!!!
I am GENUINELY concerned about the progress of Questlings at the moment. A final script is ready, but I don't have any financing to kick off even the final storyboards and model pack at the moment.
Got any ideas?
Got any ideas?
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October 13, 2025 at 3:40 AM
I am GENUINELY concerned about the progress of Questlings at the moment. A final script is ready, but I don't have any financing to kick off even the final storyboards and model pack at the moment.
Got any ideas?
Got any ideas?
Recently got a brand new computer as a gift and I'm already loving it!
It even has its own colorful keyboard and everything LOL
It even has its own colorful keyboard and everything LOL
October 10, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Recently got a brand new computer as a gift and I'm already loving it!
It even has its own colorful keyboard and everything LOL
It even has its own colorful keyboard and everything LOL
Looking for Production Assistants, Production Managers, and a Production Coordinator for Questlings the Movie❗
Starting November 2nd! PAID, 3-4 months. Remote, US or Canada only at this time.
Need to know Shotgrid.
Email me your resume at [email protected] before November 1.
Starting November 2nd! PAID, 3-4 months. Remote, US or Canada only at this time.
Need to know Shotgrid.
Email me your resume at [email protected] before November 1.
October 9, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Looking for Production Assistants, Production Managers, and a Production Coordinator for Questlings the Movie❗
Starting November 2nd! PAID, 3-4 months. Remote, US or Canada only at this time.
Need to know Shotgrid.
Email me your resume at [email protected] before November 1.
Starting November 2nd! PAID, 3-4 months. Remote, US or Canada only at this time.
Need to know Shotgrid.
Email me your resume at [email protected] before November 1.
Some random meme I made about the current production state of Questlings the Movie
October 8, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Some random meme I made about the current production state of Questlings the Movie
❗️❗️BIG 2D CALL❗️❗️
Looking for:
Storyboard Revisions and Clean-Up
Character and Prop Design
Backgrounds
Color Stylists
Doing a theatrical film set for release next year
Gig (PAID) will start ASAP! PLEASE DON'T DM!
Prior experience preferred
#animation #2danimation
Looking for:
Storyboard Revisions and Clean-Up
Character and Prop Design
Backgrounds
Color Stylists
Doing a theatrical film set for release next year
Gig (PAID) will start ASAP! PLEASE DON'T DM!
Prior experience preferred
#animation #2danimation
October 8, 2025 at 7:58 PM
❗️❗️BIG 2D CALL❗️❗️
Looking for:
Storyboard Revisions and Clean-Up
Character and Prop Design
Backgrounds
Color Stylists
Doing a theatrical film set for release next year
Gig (PAID) will start ASAP! PLEASE DON'T DM!
Prior experience preferred
#animation #2danimation
Looking for:
Storyboard Revisions and Clean-Up
Character and Prop Design
Backgrounds
Color Stylists
Doing a theatrical film set for release next year
Gig (PAID) will start ASAP! PLEASE DON'T DM!
Prior experience preferred
#animation #2danimation
WE ARE HIRING (again hahahahaha)!!!
Seven Minds Feature Animation is now hiring a variety of roles (including Character Posing / Key Animation) on a certain upcoming theatrical 2D animated feature. Can you guess which one? (1/2)
Seven Minds Feature Animation is now hiring a variety of roles (including Character Posing / Key Animation) on a certain upcoming theatrical 2D animated feature. Can you guess which one? (1/2)
October 7, 2025 at 10:12 PM
WE ARE HIRING (again hahahahaha)!!!
Seven Minds Feature Animation is now hiring a variety of roles (including Character Posing / Key Animation) on a certain upcoming theatrical 2D animated feature. Can you guess which one? (1/2)
Seven Minds Feature Animation is now hiring a variety of roles (including Character Posing / Key Animation) on a certain upcoming theatrical 2D animated feature. Can you guess which one? (1/2)
The character below is what I wanna be for Halloween this year, fellas.
October 6, 2025 at 9:30 AM
The character below is what I wanna be for Halloween this year, fellas.
Alright, everybody, I am officially going to sleep. Got a lot more work to do in the morning on QUESTLINGS.
Until then, love y'all
Until then, love y'all
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October 4, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Alright, everybody, I am officially going to sleep. Got a lot more work to do in the morning on QUESTLINGS.
Until then, love y'all
Until then, love y'all
Just to Clarify:
QUESTLINGS THE MOVIE IS NOT BASED ON THE RPG OF THE SAME NAME. It is truly our own original property.
I've only heard about the RPG just recently
QUESTLINGS THE MOVIE IS NOT BASED ON THE RPG OF THE SAME NAME. It is truly our own original property.
I've only heard about the RPG just recently
Met lots of cool people and had great conversation on Day 2 of UCon! During down time, I've been able to read through some of table-mate Steph's TTRPG books; all of them were fantastic, but I was particularly impressed with the design and introduction of Fabula Ultima. So many games, so little time!
October 3, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Just to Clarify:
QUESTLINGS THE MOVIE IS NOT BASED ON THE RPG OF THE SAME NAME. It is truly our own original property.
I've only heard about the RPG just recently
QUESTLINGS THE MOVIE IS NOT BASED ON THE RPG OF THE SAME NAME. It is truly our own original property.
I've only heard about the RPG just recently
WA-HOOO!!!! The Questlings are officially coming to theaters in an all-new animated motion picture adventure on June 26, 2026!
Are you ready for the biggest movie of the summer? We sure are!! #QuestlingsMovie #SevenMinds #ComingSoon
Are you ready for the biggest movie of the summer? We sure are!! #QuestlingsMovie #SevenMinds #ComingSoon
September 29, 2025 at 11:48 PM
WA-HOOO!!!! The Questlings are officially coming to theaters in an all-new animated motion picture adventure on June 26, 2026!
Are you ready for the biggest movie of the summer? We sure are!! #QuestlingsMovie #SevenMinds #ComingSoon
Are you ready for the biggest movie of the summer? We sure are!! #QuestlingsMovie #SevenMinds #ComingSoon
Great drawing, Eric! Next time you wanna draw something like that, count me in, coach!
Today is Joanna Davidovich’s birthday, and she’s here to lighten the mood as we celebrate this electrifyingly grand occasion!
(Guest stars in ALT text)
(Guest stars in ALT text)
September 17, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Great drawing, Eric! Next time you wanna draw something like that, count me in, coach!
Oh Portfolio Entertainment, my beloved @plushblueeperic.bsky.social
September 9, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Oh Portfolio Entertainment, my beloved @plushblueeperic.bsky.social
Happy Labor Day, everyone!
Questlings is still in pre production as we speak. Currently updating the script and finalizing the designs.
Questlings is still in pre production as we speak. Currently updating the script and finalizing the designs.
a cartoon says have a relaxing labor day weekend on it
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September 1, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Happy Labor Day, everyone!
Questlings is still in pre production as we speak. Currently updating the script and finalizing the designs.
Questlings is still in pre production as we speak. Currently updating the script and finalizing the designs.
I'm very sorry to say this, but my animated feature film won't be called The HobbyKids Movie anymore.... it's now called Questlings.
Character names and the world will be changed, but the story isn't. More on the changes later....
Character names and the world will be changed, but the story isn't. More on the changes later....
August 19, 2025 at 4:22 PM
I'm very sorry to say this, but my animated feature film won't be called The HobbyKids Movie anymore.... it's now called Questlings.
Character names and the world will be changed, but the story isn't. More on the changes later....
Character names and the world will be changed, but the story isn't. More on the changes later....
Happy #IndieAnimationDay, everybody! I hope everyone had a great time celebrating it.
I'm pleased to announce that my indie animated feature is officially in pre production, starting today!
Storyboards are currently getting started on, and the script is officially set in stone. See ya 2026!!!
I'm pleased to announce that my indie animated feature is officially in pre production, starting today!
Storyboards are currently getting started on, and the script is officially set in stone. See ya 2026!!!
August 16, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Happy #IndieAnimationDay, everybody! I hope everyone had a great time celebrating it.
I'm pleased to announce that my indie animated feature is officially in pre production, starting today!
Storyboards are currently getting started on, and the script is officially set in stone. See ya 2026!!!
I'm pleased to announce that my indie animated feature is officially in pre production, starting today!
Storyboards are currently getting started on, and the script is officially set in stone. See ya 2026!!!