Ted Tahquechi

Denver based blind photographer, guide dog user, photo educator, travel blogger and accessibility advocate. Was Sr. Project Mgr. for Atari, Accolade & Mattel

[Ted Tahquechi @nedskee]

One of my favorite images from my 15 years in Santa Cruz Ca. This was taken at Natural Bridges State Beach. @CAStateParks

[Ted Tahquechi @nedskee]

I've never made the same mistake twice. I make it five or six times, just to be sure.

[Ted Tahquechi @nedskee]

American is cutting some summer routes, that can mean more than a schedule change. Here is what to do when the airline changes the trip for you. #BlindTravel #LowVisionTravel #AccessibleTravel #AirTravel #TravelTips #AmericanAirlines
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Premium currency systems like platinum are built to keep players spending. Let's break down how battle passes, odd pricing, and leftover balances trap players in a cycle of buying more. #gamedev #videogames #Battlepass
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3D printing can be awesome, but the workflow is still far too visual. I break down the real learning curve, the accessibility barriers, and what you should know before buying a printer. #BlindTravel #AccessibleTech #3DPrinting #BlindMakers
https://t.co/kSO8I1LNsT

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Spirit Airlines has canceled all flights as it begins winding down operations. Here is a practical Blind Travels guide on what blind and low vision travelers should do next. #BlindTravel #AccessibleTravel #AirTravel #TravelTips
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I was selected for the 2026 Rocky Mountain National Park Artist-in-Residence program. I wrote a new blog post about the residency, and how my tactile photography process helps create work that can be experienced beyond sight.
#photography #RMNP
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Travel companies rarely fall apart in one dramatic moment. The cracks show up first in route cuts, itinerary changes, and murky updates. Here is what to do when your travel provider starts wobbling. #BlindTravel #AccessibleTravel #TravelTips #AirTravel
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Summer travel is getting more expensive, and your flight choices may be getting worse at the same time. I broke down what is happening and how travelers can still make smarter booking decisions. #BlindTravel #AccessibleTravel #TravelTips #travelTuesday
https://t.co/Q4omwskjT8

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Southwest is changing its portable charger policy starting April 20. If your phone is part of how you board, navigate, communicate, or travel accessibly, the new one-charger rule is worth knowing before you fly. #BlindTravel #AccessibleTravel #AirTravel
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Checked bag fees are climbing again. I broke down what is real, what is oversimplified, and what travelers should check before booking. #BlindTravel #AccessibleTravel #AirTravel #TravelTips
https://t.co/NUE5b7tOoX

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The real AI story may not be art or jobs, it may be cybersecurity. Why frontier models getting better at finding software vulnerabilities could change the threat landscape fast, especially for aging infrastructure. #AI #cybersecurity #infosec #technology
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Carrie and I are super excited to be appearing at MGC in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 4/24 -4/26! If you’re coming to the show, stop by and say hello!

#MidwestGamingClassic #MGC2026 #RetroGaming #ClassicGaming #Atari #Tempest2000 #GamingConvention
https://t.co/7pbjX3LIGu

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Ai is is doing some amazing things, but one of those things unfortunately is making life easier for scammers. https://t.co/TD2yTm7LOt... #Cybersecurity #ScamAwareness #PhishingScams #AIFraud

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AI is not going to magically make great games by itself, but it might save game dev from its own bloat. #gamedev #AI #indiedev #gamingindustry
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If you’re a blind or low vision traveler wondering what accessibility is really like on one of Royal Caribbean’s biggest ships, check out the review. https://t.co/qCgCElpZFq #BlindTravel #AccessibleTravel #CruiseTips #RoyalCaribbean #OasisoftheSeas

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One important thing I learned from all my years making games is that when art and technology collide, beauty happens.
#retrogames #gamedev #videogames

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Carnival canceled 11 upcoming cruises, and that kind of disruption affects much more than the sailing itself. I break down what to do next, from rebooking and refunds to reconfirming accessibility support.
https://t.co/H7PFusI7XX
#cruise #accessibletravel #blindtravel

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Southwest is leaving Chicago O’Hare and Washington Dulles, and that is only part of the story. With fees and assigned seats, blind and low vision travelers have more to think through before booking.
https://t.co/8Bfg62eUjE
#blindtravels #accessiletravel #airlines @SouthwestAir

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@ericnofsinger On a recent trip, I had a long conversation with a gamer that spawned this article.

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We used to think buying the disc meant we owned something real. Now we pay forever, lose access overnight, and still call it convenience.
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#retrogames #gamedev #photography #MusicHistory