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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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In my street

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#Photography #urban
A yellow wall with a blooming shrub climbing around four windows adorned with red and pink flowers.
December 4, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Iconic shop in Brussels, near the Grand' Place

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#Photography #urban
Shopfront of the iconic Maison J. Dandoy in Brussels displaying stacked white boxes and golden wheat, illuminated by warm lighting, creating an inviting ambiance.
December 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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Flowers at the attic

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#Photography #urban
Red-tiled roof with two dormer windows, each adorned with vibrant flower boxes.
December 2, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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Neighbourhood watch

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#Photography #urban #streetphotography #portrait #blackandwhite
Black and white portrait of a woman with a headscarf leaning out of a window, surrounded by stone columns and flowing curtains.
December 1, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Orchid

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#Photography #flowers #closeup
Close-up of a vibrant orchid with yellow petals and a deep red center, set against a dark background.
November 30, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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Abyssinian gladiolus

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#Photography #flowers #closeup
Close-up of a white Abyssinian Gladiolus flower with maroon accents at the center, set against a blurred garden background.
November 29, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Onions

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#Photography
A colourful assortment of fresh onions on a black background. Includes green onions, white onions, red onions, and brown shallots.
November 28, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Elderberry blossom

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#Photography #flowers
A cluster of small, delicate white elderberry flowers with yellow centers bloom amid lush green leaves.
November 27, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Aster

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#Photography #flowers #closeup
Close-up of a white, fully bloomed aster with layered petals and a yellow & green center, set against a dark, blurred background.
November 26, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Olives

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#Photography
Baskets of assorted olives and pickled vegetables, displayed at a market.
November 25, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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Ash tree seeds

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Close-up of clusters of light green and brown seed pods hanging from an ash tree branch. Sunlight filters through lush leaves, creating a serene, natural atmosphere.
November 24, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Here's one of my AI creations for #Caturday
My AI/digital art creation of a black cat with bright yellow eyes, depicted in the style of Van Gogh's "Starry Night," featuring swirling blue skies, stars, and cypress trees in the background.
November 22, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Urban gritty feel

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekUforUnloved
#Photography #streetphotography #urban #graffiti #Brussels
A weathered beige wall with cracks features varied graffiti, including bold black tags and blue scribbles. The scene conveys an urban, gritty feel.
November 22, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Ignored.
Too many scenes like this in Brussels.

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#Photography #streetphotography #urban #portrait #Brussels
Black and white portrait of a homeless woman sitting on a cobblestone street, holding a paper asking for money, while people walk by ignoring her, reflecting a somber urban scene.
November 19, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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The cute criminal
November 17, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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Someone decapitated my little garden gnome 🥺

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A broken ceramic gnome figurine on rough, dark stone. The head in a yellow cap lies separated from a green-torsoed body, suggesting a sense of neglect.
November 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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One of my AI creations for Caturday

#Caturday #AI #aiArt
My AI creation of a fluffy orange cat wearing a steampunk hat adorned with gears and goggles sitting on a wooden surface. Its collar has mechanical details, creating a whimsical vibe.
November 8, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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Shadow play of a little sparrow and a lilac tree

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekSforShadows
#Photography
A small sparrow perches on a textured, weathered roof, casting a soft shadow. Leaf shadows create intricate patterns, evoking a tranquil, natural scene.
November 8, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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Shadow selfie

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Shadow of the photographer on concrete steps with metal railings on one side, leading to a sandy area.
November 7, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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Little sparrows hiding in the shadow

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Two small sparrows in the shadow of a tree, perch on bare branches with a blurred background of white prunus blossoms and blue sky.
November 5, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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Still blooming in the shadow

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Vibrant purple daisies in soft focus, half hidden in shadow, create a tranquil mood. Blurred green sunlit background adds depth and contrast.
November 3, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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All is quiet after the harvest

#Alphabetchallenge #WeekQForQuiet
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A serene landscape of a plowed field with sparse grass under a vast blue sky scattered with fluffy white clouds, conveying calmness and open space.
October 26, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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't Moeraske ("the little swamp"), a tiny natural reserve. Peace and quiet in one of the suburbs of Brussels.

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#Photography #Brussels
A serene swamp surrounded by lush trees under a clear sky, called 't Moeraske ("the little swamp"). It is a protected natural reserve in one of the suburbs of Brussels.
October 25, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Quiet before the storm

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A dark sky looms over trees and bushes in the foreground, creating a moody, atmospheric scene.
October 24, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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When the protest is over, the megaphones finally stay quiet.

#Alphabetchallenge #WeekQForQuiet
#Photography #urban #streetphotography
A row of white megaphones placed on a concrete sidewalk after a protest.
October 23, 2025 at 12:25 PM