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Robyn
@handcranked.bsky.social
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Copywriter, silly lyric maker-upper, very amateur photographer, sometimes macrame maker, slow fashion lover, unincorporated person

Creator of #Stunday
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Your art challenge cheat sheet for Nov 24–30 is here!

Host list + posts from them in the comments

#EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #PhotographersOfBluesky #photography
#dailyart #art #traditionalart #painting #drawing #onlybeautifulthings #artchallenge #artprompt
Art challenges: November 24–30 Monday, November 24 #BlueSkyMonday (anything blue) #MacroMonday (any macro) #MountainMonday (mountains) #MinimalMonday (minimalism) #ColorADay (#PinkMon) #NightmareNov (#eyes) Tuesday, November 25 #RockinTuesday (rocks) #TidesOutTuesday #TagTuesday (graffiti/street art) #AnimalArtTuesday #ColorADay (#BlueTue or #CyanTue) #NightmareNov (#suffering) Wednesday, November 26 #WaterfallWednesday #WindowsOnWednesday #WackyWednesdayArt (odd/unusual) #ColorADay (#RedWed) #NightmareNov (#scary) Thursday, November 27 #HumansOfBlueSky (people) #UrbanGaze (anything urban) #PalacesAndGardens (#people) #ColorADay (#YellowThu) #NightmareNov (#flame) Friday, November 28 #scape (any kind of scape) #FishyFriday #ForestFriday #FoodOnFriday #FlyDay (critters that fly) #ColorADay (#BWFri) #NightmareNov (#phobia) Saturday, November 29 #BNWmacro #ColorADay (#GreenSat) #BlueSkyArtShow (#warmth) #NightmareNov (#hope) Sunday, November 30 #Stunday (stunning) #ImageAndVerse (photos with poems written by you or anyone) #BNWmacro #ColorADay (#OrangeSun) #SelfPortraitSunday (#LookingBack)* #NightmareNov (#WorstNightmare) ALL WEEK #ArtYear (any art) #ArtOfSelfPortraiture #BirdOfTheDay (see Alan H or Rob Crank for daily prompt) #ClassicMono (monochrome) #FestiveDailyRobin (robin pics through December 31) #smArtist (purposeful art) #AlphabetChallenge (#WeekVForVowels)** #SensoryArt (#lines) *Reflect on personal or artistic growth **Subject starts with a vowel
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mamady.bsky.social
The Path to Enlightenment

#scape #eastcoastkin #photography #coloraday #BWFri #calssicmono #monochrome #blackandwhite #b&w #nature #art #mountains #travel #hiking #stormhour #friday #photohour #bluesky #mountainmonday #stunday #landscape #nepal #photographersofbluesky #landscapephotography
A black and white photo of a narrow, winding mountain trail disappearing into the distance as Manaslu (Mountain of the Spirit) rises ahead like a frozen citadel, its immense, ice-clad face standing in austere silence above the valley.
November 28, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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pathwaymoments.bsky.social
Before the winds opened the curtains 🍂….
The last days of Autumn hues on the distant vista as the surrounding grasses have turned to gold.
November 28, 2025 at 3:08 PM
handcranked.bsky.social
Abandoned

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekVForVowels #SensoryArt #lines #scape #ClassicMono #ColorADay #BWFri #EastCoastKin
A black and white photo of an abandoned gold rush era house on a hill with a conifer tree in the foreground on the left. The house is two stories with a log cabin style on the bottom and wood shingles on the second floor. The windows are boarded up. The roof is falling apart and has two adjoined gables in the center. The sky appears almost black with a few wisps of clouds.
November 28, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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beachrelaxin.bsky.social
Even as the sun rises, the star of the show is ready for the spotlight.

Great Blue Heron

#BirdOfTheDay #MorningLight #birds #birding #nature #photography
A large gray-blue bird with a long, s-curved neck, a dark gray cap on its head, a yellow eye, and a long, dagger-like beak stands in a gently rippling stream in profile facing right. Taken very early in the morning, the rising sun has brilliantly highlighted the bird while leaving the rest of the photo dark and indistinguishable. Its reflection shines just as brightly on the surface of the water while the water also reflects rippling waves along the lower half of the bird.
November 28, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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pkilleenphoto.bsky.social
'The Swimmers Disappear'

On an evening I nearly stayed indoors, I’m so glad I didn’t! An outdoor swimming area in Bangor, Northern Ireland.
November 28, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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sheldricktrust.bsky.social
The formula we use to feed orphaned rhinos is tailored specifically to their nutritional needs – and different from what we give orphan elephants. We've successfully hand-raised 20 rhinos to date – this critically endangered youngster is Chamboi (filmed in 2024). Meet him: swt.bio/chamboi
November 27, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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navajotoursusa.com
See the stunning, surreal landscapes of northwest New Mexico 🌄.

#newmexicotrue
#visitfarmington
#BlueSkyMonday
November 10, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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See the stunning, surreal landscapes of northwest New Mexico 🌄.

#newmexicotrue
#visitfarmington
November 24, 2025 at 5:19 PM
handcranked.bsky.social
Thinking of the people whose land we live on

Check the comments for ways to give back to Native Americans

#HumansOfBlueSky
#EastCoastKin
#PhotographersUnited
#photography
A Native American boy dancing in traditional dress on the grass as an older man plays a drum and sings. They're in front of an old building in Santa Fe and next to a tree.
November 27, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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photoblair.bsky.social
Damp November Platform.

#Toronto #Trains #Rain #NightPhotography #Photography
A Milton bound GO Train approaches Kipling Station on a damp November 2025 afternoon
November 25, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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pkilleenphoto.bsky.social
'The Quiet Cottage'

A classic image made in #Connemara, back in 2020. One of those shoots that just stays with you. I’ve since photographed this location a few times since, but never as successfully as I did on my first visit.

#Ireland #landscapephotography #naturephotography
November 27, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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pathwaymoments.bsky.social
Some mornings are easier than others …
As the morning mist retreats it leaves the waterway bright and reflective as blue sky arrives.
November 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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dwightreads.bsky.social
A #MourningDove is #OnTheEdge of a porch railing overlooking the #beach for #BirdOfTheDay
#birds #photography #scape #Florida #nature #photohour
#PhotographersUnited #outdoors #thelittlethings #EastCoastKin
A grey Mourning Dove is standing on the edge a green porch railing. Beyond is the white sugar sand of the beach and the turquoise water of the Gulf of Mexico.
November 26, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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A great blue heron preens itself at Izaak Walton Nature Area in Longmont, Colorado.

#bird #birds #birdphotography #photography #photograph #photographs #photo #photos #nature #wetland #wetlands #greatblueheron #heron #greatblueherons #herons
November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
handcranked.bsky.social
Rita the rock planter by Thomas Danbo

A giant troll statue in Victor, Colorado

#WackyWednesdayArt #ClassicMono
#EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #photography
A dramatic black and white photo of a giant troll made of recycled wood. She's on her hands and knees digging rocks in front of a fence with mined mountains in the background. The sky looks black with white wisps of clouds.
November 26, 2025 at 3:11 PM
handcranked.bsky.social
Oh deer

#AnimalArtTuesday
#ClassicMono
#wildlife
#EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #PhotographersOfBluesky #photography
#ArtYear
A black and white photo of a mule deer standing in the snow with tall grasses poking through. The deer"s butt is to the camera and its head is turned to the side.
November 25, 2025 at 3:25 PM
handcranked.bsky.social
The Airbnb view ain't bad

#MountainMonday #BlueSkyMonday

#EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #PhotographersOfBluesky #photography
#ArtYear
#MobilePhotography
Mountains in the distance with conifer trees in the foreground and a cheese blue sky.
November 24, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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justsomeschmuck.bsky.social
I guess it was also a yellow(ish) weekend. Last batch of photos from my weekend trip to the Como Conservatory. #Flowers #Koi #Goldfish #Macro #MacroPhotography #BloomScrolling #StunDay #EastCoastKin #NoCoastKin
two tropical flowers in the sun A small, maybe 1 inch, flower extends delicately from the stem, on background of light and stems a large koi dominates the smaller koi around it lots of white and yellow orchids extend from the top of the picture to the bottom in upside down pyramid like structure.
November 24, 2025 at 2:44 AM
handcranked.bsky.social
Your art challenge cheat sheet for Nov 24–30 is here!

Host list + posts from them in the comments

#EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #PhotographersOfBluesky #photography
#dailyart #art #traditionalart #painting #drawing #onlybeautifulthings #artchallenge #artprompt
Art challenges: November 24–30 Monday, November 24 #BlueSkyMonday (anything blue) #MacroMonday (any macro) #MountainMonday (mountains) #MinimalMonday (minimalism) #ColorADay (#PinkMon) #NightmareNov (#eyes) Tuesday, November 25 #RockinTuesday (rocks) #TidesOutTuesday #TagTuesday (graffiti/street art) #AnimalArtTuesday #ColorADay (#BlueTue or #CyanTue) #NightmareNov (#suffering) Wednesday, November 26 #WaterfallWednesday #WindowsOnWednesday #WackyWednesdayArt (odd/unusual) #ColorADay (#RedWed) #NightmareNov (#scary) Thursday, November 27 #HumansOfBlueSky (people) #UrbanGaze (anything urban) #PalacesAndGardens (#people) #ColorADay (#YellowThu) #NightmareNov (#flame) Friday, November 28 #scape (any kind of scape) #FishyFriday #ForestFriday #FoodOnFriday #FlyDay (critters that fly) #ColorADay (#BWFri) #NightmareNov (#phobia) Saturday, November 29 #BNWmacro #ColorADay (#GreenSat) #BlueSkyArtShow (#warmth) #NightmareNov (#hope) Sunday, November 30 #Stunday (stunning) #ImageAndVerse (photos with poems written by you or anyone) #BNWmacro #ColorADay (#OrangeSun) #SelfPortraitSunday (#LookingBack)* #NightmareNov (#WorstNightmare) ALL WEEK #ArtYear (any art) #ArtOfSelfPortraiture #BirdOfTheDay (see Alan H or Rob Crank for daily prompt) #ClassicMono (monochrome) #FestiveDailyRobin (robin pics through December 31) #smArtist (purposeful art) #AlphabetChallenge (#WeekVForVowels)** #SensoryArt (#lines) *Reflect on personal or artistic growth **Subject starts with a vowel
November 24, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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davesadventures.bsky.social
For #Stunday! A view from the north side of Lake Ontario where a memo urging the military to follow the law and the constitution is not considered sedition punishable by death! (sorry, I couldn't help myself eh!) Have a great day and elbows up! #Photography #EastCoastKin
a pool of water in the rocks overlooking Lake Ontario
November 23, 2025 at 4:33 PM
handcranked.bsky.social
Happy #Stunday! I was stunned by all the different rock formations at Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah Wilderness during our tour with @navajotoursusa.com

#EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #PhotographersOfBluesky #photography
#ArtYear
Mushroom-like rock formations against a pale blue sky with clouds. It looks otherworldly.
November 23, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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sheldricktrust.bsky.social
Welcome to the world, Mica – our newest Voi grandson! Mweya led her ex-orphan herd back to the stockades after an eight-month absence, with great pomp and ceremony. The reason for all the fanfare? Mbirikani had given birth to a beautiful little boy!

Read Mica's full debut story: t.co/GWT05guvHR
November 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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roabrams.bsky.social
Another one from my early morning jog a few days ago for #Stunday #EastCoastKin #photography #sunrise
Maidstone Park, Springs, NY
Early morning, sunrise sky has some orange at the horizon. Dark clouds reflected in calm bay water
November 23, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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sabineshutterbug.bsky.social
Misty morning miracle.
Good morning everyone, have a wonderful Sunday.
#Stunday #sunrise #photography
#PhotographersOfBluesky
#EastCoastKin
Capture of a misty morning sunrise, enveloped in a gentle golden haze that bathes the entire scene in warm light. The sun, just above the horizon, glows softly through layers of fog, creating a dreamy and tranquil atmosphere. Silhouetted trees stand quietly in the foreground, their shapes softened by the mist, while the outlines of rooftops and distant foliage fade into the background, enhancing the sense of depth and serenity. The image conveys a peaceful, almost ethereal quality, typical of quiet early mornings in the countryside.
November 23, 2025 at 5:09 AM
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'Dark, Marbled Waters' (2025) -- Androscoggin River, Topsham, ME

As the Season Slips Towards Winter, the Cold Hangs Beautifully in the Air, Supportive, Refreshing, With Promises of Renewal...

#Stunday ✨ #ImageAndVerse ✨ #ClassicMono ✨

#Photography #Landscape
#EastCoastKin #JayceeCrawford
Slowly churning waters head away from the deep rapids out to sea under a dramatic, cloudy sky threatening the onslaught of winter
November 22, 2025 at 5:29 PM