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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Meet my Biquinho Red (Pearl Pepper) seedlings! These little guys may be small now, but they’ve got big ambitions! They’re growing strong in their individual pots, and I can’t wait to see them flourish into bold, fiery peppers. 🔥 Anyone else have a soft spot for growing their own food? #Gardening

A tiny Biquinho Red (Pearl Pepper) seedling emerging from dark, moist soil. The seedling has two small, bright green cotyledon leaves with a slight fuzz on the stem.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

There’s something pretty magical about seeing a robin out in the wild. That flash of orange-red in the branches, the way they hop around like they own the place—no wonder they’re one of Britain’s favourite birds. #photography

A small European robin with an orange-red breast and face is perched on a thin branch amidst a dense tangle of brambles and undergrowth. The bird stands out against the muted greens and browns of the surrounding foliage, which consists of moss-covered tree trunks, thorny branches, and a mix of green and yellowing leaves. The scene has an overgrown, wild feel, with the robin adding a touch of colour and life to the natural setting.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

A Perfect Day in Mevagissey I took this photo in October 2021, not long after Ollie was born. Helen and I had escaped to Cornwall for a few days—a much-needed breather, introducing Ollie to family, and reminding ourselves that life still existed beyond nappies and sleepless nights. #photography

A vibrant harbour scene in Mevagissey, Cornwall, with numerous fishing boats moored in the shallow waters during low tide. The boats, painted in bright colours with red, blue, and white hulls, rest on the muddy seabed, their reflections faintly visible. The harbour is lined with historic stone and pastel-coloured buildings, nestled against a lush green hillside. A stone wall runs along the waterfront, where people stroll and explore the charming fishing village. The sky is a mix of blue and white, with scattered clouds casting soft shadows over the scene.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

The ocean doesn’t care where you’re coming from or where you’re going. It just is—vast, powerful, and strangely calming. #photography

A serene ocean scene at sunset with a clear horizon. The sky is a gradient of colors from light yellow near the horizon to a soft blue higher up. Fluffy clouds, some tinged with pink from the setting sun, are scattered across the sky. The ocean below is calm with gentle waves, reflecting the colors of the sky.

A bright blue ocean stretches across the image, with gentle ripples on the water’s surface. The sky is mostly clear with a few fluffy white clouds scattered throughout. In the background, a distant shoreline with low-lying buildings and rocky outcrops is visible, likely part of Roscoff, France. A small island or sandbank is seen further out in the water. A lone bird soars in the sky, adding a sense of movement to the tranquil scene.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

I used to run wild near Symonds Yat at the Forest of Dean as a kid—camping at Biblins, crossing the wobbly bridge, and exploring until I dropped. Coming back with my wife and son was something special. Same view, same magic, just with a little more nostalgia. #photos

A scenic view of Symonds Yat in the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley, England, featuring a winding river surrounded by lush green forests and rolling hills. The sky is bright blue with fluffy white clouds, casting soft shadows over the landscape. A small building is visible in a grassy field near the river, adding to the rural charm of the scene.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Captured this peaceful moment at Newton Keys in summer 2020: a swan resting by the lake, cygnets paddling nearby, and the golden glow of sunset. Nature’s beauty at its best. 🦢🌅 #Photography #Nature #Swan

A white swan is resting on a patch of green grass near the edge of a calm lake during sunset. In the background, another swan stands near the water, and a group of cygnets swims nearby, surrounded by ducks gliding across the reflective surface. The golden light of the setting sun casts a warm glow on the scene, highlighting the peaceful atmosphere. The grassy foreground has patches of wildflowers and small white blossoms scattered throughout.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

I’ve put up a little bird feeder on my kitchen window. Not sure how long it’ll take to get some attention, but I’ve set up a camera next to it in the hopes of capturing some of our feathered friends! Does anyone have any tips for attracting birds? #lifebeyondglutenfree #birds #nature #birdfeeder

A backyard scene featuring a bird feeder with suction cups attached to a transparent surface, now empty. In the background, a small shed with a grey door and windows is surrounded by a wooden fence and leafless trees under an overcast sky.

A backyard scene featuring a bird feeder with suction cups attached to a transparent surface, filled with various seeds. In the background, a small shed with a grey door and windows is surrounded by a wooden fence and leafless trees under an overcast sky.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Our first snow of the winter! It was less “winter wonderland” and more “someone shook a salt shaker,” but here’s hoping for some real snow by the end of the year. ❄️☃️🌨️ #snow #weather

A light dusting of snow covers a grassy area and bushes, with autumnal trees in the background. The sky is overcast, and the scene feels like a mix of late fall and early winter.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Thrilled to see Mark Hamill on BlueSky! Your posts on “the social network which shall not be named” were pure gold 😂. Really hope you stick around—welcome to the fun side! @markhamillofficial.bsky.social

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

One last photo. Had to touch this one up as I zoomed as much as I could and it was a little grainy. #moon #fullmoon #beavermoon #supermoon

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

This images make me so happy. I can’t believe that X/Twitter is allowing this. I’m surprised they aren’t stifling any mention of BlueSky and love that fact that BlueSky is top of the iOS app charts. #BlueSky

Image showing Bluesky at the top of the charts in the iOS App Store.

Image showing Bluesky second from top of the charts on X/twitter

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Just had to get this photo of the full moon tonight. It’s absolutely stunning. Will see if I can get a better one about 21:30 tonight. #moon #fullmoon #beavermoon #supermoon

A cloudy night sky with the full moon partially obscured by dark, swirling clouds. A faint blue glow surrounds the moon, illuminating parts of the clouds and creating a dramatic, eerie atmosphere.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 11/11/2024

My three year old son’s Roquito pepper plant is thriving this time of year. I'm crossing my fingers it stays warm enough inside to harvest some peppers soon. Who knew we’d be raising a future pepper mogul in our household? 😂🌱🌶️ #plants #gardening #peppers

I plant sitting in the garden window with vibrant green leaves in a brown flower pot.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 28/10/2024

The beauty of autumn with clear blue skies and a hint of crisp in the air. The trees are shedding their last bits of color, with leaves clinging on for just a little longer. 🍂🍃 There’s something peaceful about watching the changing seasons under such a vast, cloud-brushed sky. #Photography #Nature

Photo of a clear blue sky with wispy, cloud streaks stretching across. Bare tree branches reach up into the sky, with a few remaining autumn leaves in shades of red and orange clinging to the branches. The image captures a calm, late autumn scene with contrasting colors of bright blue sky and warm fall foliage.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 22/10/2024

Morning walk find: lakeside scene, blue skies, fluffy clouds, and a calm, reflective lake. One of the best photos I have ever taken. I’ve touched it up just a little. 📷 #Photography #Nature

A lakeside photo with clear blue skies and scattered clouds. The lake's surface reflects the sky and surrounding trees, creating a mirror-like effect. The shoreline is lined with lush green vegetation, including grasses and bushes. Some areas of the water near the shore have patches of green algae and aquatic plants. The trees in the background display a mix of green and yellow colors, suggesting a transition between seasons.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 18/10/2024

Get up close and personal with the red campion—like, dangerously close. Seriously, you might start a staring contest. Spoiler alert: the flower always wins. 📷🌸 #Photography #Nature #Flower

The image showcases a close-up of a purple flower with several elongated petals radiating outward. The petals are a light purple hue, adorned with some tiny brown spots and appear slightly translucent.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 18/10/2024

Stumbled upon a little mushroom treasure during my morning walk!🍄‍🟫📷 #Photography #Nature #Mushroom #fungi

The photo shows a close-up of a mushroom with a brown cap, slightly lighter at the edges and appearing moist. It's set in a natural environment with green leaves and grass, dotted with dew drops. There's also a smaller mushroom peeking in the lower part of the image.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 16/10/2024

Some AI images of the Comet A3, also known as Tsuchinshan-ATLAS. Didn’t get to see it myself and have been inspired by the images online. #digitalart #AIGeneratedImage #AI #AIGenerated #AIArt

With a sense of wonder and discovery, a rare comet streaks across the night sky, unseen for over 80,000 years. Its luminous tail stretches out across the vast expanse, a dazzling display of cosmic beauty. The image, a digitally enhanced photograph, captures the comet in unprecedented detail, highlighting its vibrant hues and ethereal glow. Every pixel bursts with life amid the darkness, drawing viewers in to witness this once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 16/10/2024

Feeding the ducks. Once you feed them, they become your loyal (and very hungry) entourage, following you everywhere! 😂 #Ducks #Birds

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 15/10/2024

Does anyone else think that the new England manager Thomas Tuchel looks a bit like Greg Davis. 😂 @gdavis #ThomasTuchel #GregDavis

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 14/10/2024

This photo is for anyone who knows Cornwall and the ‘Nearly Home Trees’ 🌳. Always love seeing these when we go down and visit family. 🏖️ #Cornwall #NearlyHomeTrees

Photo of a sunny day showing in the distance a copse of trees called the ‘Nearly Home Trees’.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 14/10/2024

Just seen a little bit of the Jeremy Vine show and the guest they had on was just evil. Just found out he is Christian Calgie and works for the daily Express. That explains everything. What a vile human being. 🤬😤 #JeremyVine #ChristianCalgie

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 10/10/2024

Getting to the end of the Threads TV movie from the 1980s. One of the grimmest and depressing films I’ve ever seen. #ThreadsFilm #Threads

DVD cover image of the film threads showing many injured people with a nuclear explosion behind them.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 10/10/2024

Remember, it's okay to not be okay. Lean on each other, listen, share, care, and seek help. Together, we're stronger. #WorldMentalHealthDay

A beautifully complex portrayal of mental health, capturing both the darkness and light within the mind. Intricate details reveal the delicate balance between struggles and triumphs, with swirling patterns representing inner turmoil. This vivid illustration, reminiscent of a painting, showcases the resilience and vulnerability of the human psyche. Vivid colors and dynamic textures evoke a sense of depth and emotion, immersing viewers in the profound complexity of mental well-being. This stunning depiction invites contemplation and empathy, highlighting the beauty in the midst of inner chaos.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 10/10/2024

Got some fresh AI images today! Absolutely obsessed with the little gnome, he’s just too adorable for words! 🧙‍♂️ #digitalart #AIGeneratedImage #AI #AIGenerated #AIArt

A rugged Martian traveler, adorned in patched leather and brass gear, stands tall in a dusty desert landscape. This detailed painting captures every scuffed boot, every crease in the worn leather jacket, and every gleam of the brass goggles perched atop a scrappy helmet. The colors pop with a bold mix of rust reds and deep browns against the orange Martian sky, creating a sense of rugged adventure and steampunk flair. The image is incredibly vivid, with intricate details that transport viewers to a world of galactic exploration and adventure.

A chromatic provocative basilisk, its shimmering scales reflecting an array of brilliant hues, commands attention in a digital painting. The detailed image showcases the creature in a striking pose, set against a backdrop of mystical ruins. Each scale glistens with an otherworldly sheen, while its piercing eyes seem to follow the viewer. The digital artwork captures the essence of danger and allure, conveying a sense of magic and mystery. The high resolution and vibrant colors make this image truly captivating, drawing viewers into the fantastical realm of the basilisk's gaze.

In the depths of a virtual forest, an enigmatic gnome with shimmering rainbow scales and eyes that seem to hold secrets beyond comprehension stands amidst the glowing trees. This stunning digital painting captures the gnome's mystical aura and intricate details with breathtaking clarity. Every pixel is alive with energy, from the subtle iridescence of its skin to the intricate patterns in its flowing cloak, creating a sense of otherworldly wonder. This image invites viewers to lose themselves in a world where magic and technology intertwine, leaving them captivated by the gnome's mythic presence.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 09/10/2024

Use google to search for ‘friends Ross’, then click on the white couch. Funniest thing I’ve seen all day. 😂 Your Welcome! 👏

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 06/10/2024

Did a couple more images today. The first one started off as a tree. The second was just something random. I do find these AI image generators fascinating. 🎨 #digitalart #AIGeneratedImage #AI #AIGenerated #AIArt

An ethereal binary tree entity, its branches intertwining with celestial energy, glows with luminescent hues of violet and gold. This otherworldly being is depicted in a digital painting, exuding a sense of mystery and wonder. The intricate details of each branch and leaf are rendered with exquisite precision, creating a mesmerizing visual feast for the eyes. The stark contrast between the digital rendering and the organic beauty of nature creates a captivating juxtaposition that draws viewers into a world of fantasy and enchantment. The image's high definition and vibrant colors make it a true masterpiece of digital artistry.

A hauntingly iridescent digital artifact looms ominously in a low key pinhole photograph. The main subject of the image is a glitched out pixelated figure with glowing red eyes. The image, a digitally manipulated photograph, captures the mystery and eeriness of the glitched figure. Its distorted features create a sense of unease, enhanced by the vivid red glow emanating from its eyes. The high quality of the image ensures every pixel and detail is crisp and clear, adding to the immersive and chilling experience for the viewer.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 05/10/2024

Giving BG3 another run this time with mods. I bloody love this game. #BG3 #BaldursGate3

Image showing the character screen in BG3

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 03/10/2024

The challenge is to choose 20 games that greatly influenced you. One game per day, for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews, no particular order. #GameChallenge #Games #GameDev Day 20 : Transport Tycoon 1994

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 02/10/2024

Two of the main characters in the ocean below a starry sky. Spirits floating around them in the air.

Cover art for final fantasy x showing main character in the sea. A futuristic city is in the background. A blue and cloudy sky is above them in the sky.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 01/10/2024

Thought I would get in on the celebration of Brazilian Art Day. Here are a few AI images I got when I put in Brazil. #BRArt #BRArtDay

A vividly vibrant Brazil rainforest comes alive with every detail: luscious green foliage, exotic birds in flight, and a clear, rushing stream cutting through the landscape. This breathtaking scene could easily be mistaken for a realistic painting or high-definition photograph capturing the essence of untouched natural beauty. The rich hues and intricate details of the flora and fauna leap off the page, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the splendor of the rainforest'

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 01/10/2024

Cover image of the game. Showing both Jedi and Sith.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 01/10/2024

As it’s the 1st October, we can celebrate one of the world’s most beloved beverages. Whether you like it hot, iced, or cold-brewed, coffee has a special place in our daily routines. Happy International Coffee Day. ☕️ #InternationalCoffeeDay #CoffeeDay #Coffee

A cup of coffee is a glass mug. Showing the layers of coffee, milk and syrup.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 30/09/2024

Cover art showing a majority of the playable characters from BG3. All of them a in a state of battle.

Screenshot showing Halsin and Astarion locked in a passionate kiss

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 29/09/2024

Thought this one was quite relevant for the weather we have had in the UK recently. 🌦️⛈️ #weather #Autumn #Thunder

A serene autumn scene unfolds beneath a tumultuous sky, where rain pours down in thick, grey droplets, gently casting a misty veil over the rust-hued foliage. In the distance, a faint flash of lightning illuminates the dark clouds, its electric blue glow momentarily piercing the otherwise muted color palette. The sky above is a deep, foreboding grey, with wispy clouds streaked across it like wisps of smoke. The rain-soaked trees, ablaze with autumn colors, stand tall and proud, their leaves shimmering with moisture. A winding dirt path, adorned with fallen leaves, stretches into the distance, inviting the viewer to step into this cozy, secluded world. The overall mood is one of peacefulness, with the stormy atmosphere adding a touch of drama and dynamism to the scene, captured in a warm, cinematic lighting that evokes a sense of nostalgia and wonder.

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 29/09/2024

Unreal Tournament 2024 cover art showing human and alien avatars.

Large battle between two players and a tank in the background

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Ben Haggerty 📚☕️🎮📸🏳️‍🌈🎬 @benhaggerty.bsky.social · 28/09/2024

I do love this time of year when the leaves start to change colour, it looks so amazing. I just don’t like the fact the temperature drops so much. I much prefer the nice hot sun 😂. Time for lots of photos. Below image is AI. ☀️🥶 #Weather #Autumn #AIArt