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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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Blue

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#Photography #urban #Brussels
Facade of a historic stone building with rows of large, symmetrical windows. The muted predominantly blue colors and architecture exude an aged, elegant atmosphere.
December 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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Ceci n'est pas une fenêtre.
Welcome to Magritte's city 😉

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#Photography #urban #Brussels
Storefront window display of "NITZ" featuring jackets and shoes. Reflected cityscape in the window and the text "This is not a window" create a whimsical tone.
December 6, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Grand' Place, Brussels

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#Photography #urban #Brussels
Close-up of ornate Gothic architecture featuring stone statues of three figures in flowing robes. They are set between two tall, decorative windows. One of the many magnificent buildings at the Grand' Place in Brussels, Belgium.
December 5, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWindows
#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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Autumn at Loch Awe, Scotland

Where quiet waters hold the sky,
And autumn leans in glowing light,
The hills breathe gold as moments pass,
A painted world of calm and light.

#StunDay
#ImageAndVerse
#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekVforVowels

#ColorADay #OrangeSun
#PhotographersOfBlueSky
#EastCoastKin
A calm lake reflecting autumn coloured trees in vivid shades of red, orange, and yellow. Rolling hills stretch into the background under a dramatic sky with dark clouds and patches of blue. Rocks are scattered in the clear water near the shore, adding texture to the serene landscape.
November 30, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels
#Photography
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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#Brazil creates new #Indigenous territories after #COP30 protests 👍
bbc.com/news/article...
Brazil creates new Indigenous territories during protest-hit COP30
President Lula's government recognises 10 new Indigenous lands in an effort to protect their culture and environment.
bbc.com
November 20, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Ignored.
Too many scenes like this in Brussels.

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekUforUnloved
#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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Someone decapitated my little garden gnome 🥺

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekUforUnloved
#Photography
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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekSforShadows
#Photography
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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekSforShadows
#Photography
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

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekSforShadows
#Photography
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