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Els Herten
@elsherten.bsky.social
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Hobby painter & photographer. Based in Brussels, Belgium.
Indigenous rights activist.
I hardly ever repost, but I click like a lot 😉

My paintings » https://kolors.jouwweb.be/in-situ
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My sweet Cartouche.
Named after Louis-Dominique Cartouche, a social bandit in 18th century Paris.

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Portrait of a black cat with piercing green eyes sitting alertly on a vibrant green lawn. His name is Cartouche, named after Louis-Dominique Cartouche, a social bandit in 18th century Paris.
February 2, 2026 at 3:58 PM
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Tonight's full moon

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The full moon shines through dark, tangled tree branches against a deep blue night sky, creating a mysterious atmosphere.
January 31, 2026 at 8:34 PM
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Lunch time!
January 30, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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Stop violence!

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#Photography #streetart #graffiti
Graffiti on a textured wall reads "Stop Violence" with the letters O as a cat face. Green plants partially obscure the text, adding a hopeful but urgent tone.
January 30, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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Order of the Brussels Moustache

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Portrait of a man with a surprised expression, wearing a decorated straw hat. He has a prominent moustache and rosy cheeks, looking upwards against a dark background.
January 28, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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Incoming storm!

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Dark storm clouds gather over silhouetted trees, creating a dramatic and moody atmosphere. A patch of lighter sky peeks through, adding contrast.
January 26, 2026 at 12:20 PM
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Claws

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Close-up of vibrant red lobster claws against a dark background.
January 25, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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Mossy saxifrage

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Close-up of bright pink mossy saxifrage flowers with white and yellow centers and dark green foliage.
January 24, 2026 at 2:58 PM
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Lavender

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Close-up of vibrant purple lavender flowers against a dark background.
January 23, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Dianthus barbatus (a.k.a. Sweet William)

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Close-up of a cluster of white Dianthus barbatus flowers with deep red centers. The petals have a fringed edge, set against a green blurred background.
January 22, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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Poinsettia

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Close-up of a vibrant red poinsettia flower with large, pointed petals and deep dark green leaves.
January 21, 2026 at 12:47 PM
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Please sign & share
#GreenlandIsNotForSale #IStandWithGreenland
Stand with Greenland!
Greenland is facing a bully. Let’s make this the biggest solidarity petition -- and stand up together against Trump's bullying.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Viburnum bodnantense flower buds

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Close-up of vibrant pink flower buds of a viburnum bodnantense shrub, clustered together against a blurred green background. The soft lighting emphasizes their delicate texture.
January 20, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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Baby fern

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Close-up of a fuzzy green fern frond curling against a blurred, dark background. The texture is detailed, highlighting nature's intricate design.
January 19, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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Inspiration

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A row of art books with colourful spines displaying famous artist names and imagery: James Ensor, Henri Matisse, Marcel Duchamp, and more.
January 16, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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A book in the making...

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A vintage typewriter with brown keys and a white paper sheet sits on a red table beside a detailed blue globe, evoking a nostalgic, scholarly vibe.
January 14, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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Please SIGN: Half of Chiapas’ forests are gone, and 70% of its traded timber is illegal. It’s time for Mexico to enforce its own laws. #RainforestRescue #ActForRainforest ✍️
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Mexico: Stop the destruction of Chiapas’ forests!
The forests of Mexico’s Chiapas state are among the most biodiverse on Earth, yet they face grave danger: Nearly half have already been illegally logged for timber. Please support the campaign of our ...
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January 13, 2026 at 2:19 PM
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Favourites

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Close-up of four vertically stacked art books with bold titles on the spines: "Miró," "Hundertwasser," "Pop Art," and "Kandinsky." Predominantly black, red, and pink tones.
January 13, 2026 at 1:51 PM
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Please do not disturb 📖

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Black and white portrait of a woman in a patterned dress who lies on a mat in the grass, focused on reading a book. She is shaded by a tree.
January 12, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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Unintentional abstract art

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A weathered brick wall with faded blue paint peels, revealing red bricks beneath. Green ivy climbs the surface, the whole creates unintentional abstract art.
January 9, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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Woke up to this ❄️

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Snow-covered branches intertwined densely, with hints of pink viburnum bodnantense blossoms peeking through. It looks like an abstract painting.
January 7, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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Started 2026 with canvas & paint 😊🎨

"New Year in the City"
acrylic on canvas
40 / 50 / 1,5 cm

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January 3, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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December 27, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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Ice cream prices

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#Photography #portrait #Brussels
A man in glasses smiling in an ice cream truck window. Menu with various flavors and prices displayed. Bright, inviting atmosphere.
December 26, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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10-0 kg
(Old luggage scale at Train World Museum in Brussels)

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Vintage luggage scale with a vibrant yellow frame and arched white dial, marked with red numbers. The scale is at Train World museum in Brussels.
December 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM