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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

Ah yes, the ceaseless gifts of mortality.🙃

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Jess Fink🍉🌈 @jessfink.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Trans people have always existed and always will, in every culture, since the beginning of the human race. We will always be here, they cannot stop us. (From Ancient Mesopotamian Transgender and Non-Binary Identities - by Morg Daniels ) www.academuseducation.co.uk/post/ancient...

A screenshot from an article featuring a photo of a stone carved artwork, showing ancient writing and depicting the Goddess Inanna. The Goddess has wings, she holds a scepter in one hand and has one leg bent and resting on a lion's back. The text reads "of people living outside the gender binary in ancient Mesopotamia. The words of Enheduanna, Inanna’s High Priestess in the city of Ur in the 23rd Century BCE, attest to this. In her Passionate Inanna she writes: ‘To destroy, to create, to tear out, to establish are yours, Inanna. / To turn a man into a woman and a woman into a man are yours, Inanna.’ (115-131). The exact meanings of the original Sumerian cannot be known for sure; the passage could instead relate simply to gender stereotypes, but this is not the only instance of ancient references to people living outside the gender binary. "

A screenshot from an article, the text reads "In Sumerian times, priests for Inanna known as the gala were said to have been created by the god Enki to sing laments for her, one of their central roles in her temple. From the beginning of the Old Babylonian Period, their role was heavily expanded, and mourning rites originally sung by women replaced over time by members of the gala. Men who joined the priesthood in devotion for Inanna became women for all intents and purposes, adopting female names and singing in the Sumerian eme-sal dialect, reserved for feminine speakers to render the speech of female gods. The gala were heavily involved in her temples, performing elegies and lamentations, presiding over religious rites and healed and looked after the sick and poor. They were respected members of the community, closely related"

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scare-cadus (is this anything) 🎃 @birdapp.rip · 15/02/2026

the Black Panthers were right

IF YOU'RE UNEMPLOYED IT'S NOT BECAUSE THERE ISNT ANY WORK
JUST LOOK AROUND: A HOUSING SHORTAGE, CRIME, POLLUTION; WE NEED BETTER SCHOOLS AND PARKS.
WHATEVER OUR NEEDS, THEY ALL REQUIRE WORK.
AND AS LONG AS WE HAVE UNSATISFIED NEEDS, THERE'S WORK TO BE DONE.
SO ASK YOURSELE, WHAT KIND OF WORLD HAS WORK BUT NO JOBS. IT'S A WORLD WHERE WORK IS NOT RELATED TO SATISFYING OUR NEEDS, WORLD WHERE WORK IS ONLY RELATED TO SATISFYING THE PROFIT NEEDS OF BUSINESS.
THIS COUNTRY WAS NOT BUILT BY THE HUGE CORPORATIONS OR GOVERNMENT BUREAUCRACIES.
IT WAS BUILT BY PEOPLE WHO WORK. AND, IT IS WORKING PEOPLE WHO SHOULD CONTROL THE WORK TO BE DONE. YET, AS LONG AS EMPLOYMENT IS TIED TO SOMEBODY ELSE'S PROFITS, THE WORK WONT GET DONE.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

In case you all didn't have plans-- I'm hosting a drop in card collage event this Saturday at my studio from 12-7pm. Come make a goth themed card or piece of art. Sliding scale $10-15 to help cover supplies and tools. Lots of themed items to mix and match.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Meanwhile I will be debuting my fun little light up art project on Friday. Here is a little snippet. Otherwise come say hi at my studio and check it out starting at 6pm, February 6

A plastic human skeleton seated and illuminated with a black light with a UV reactive glowing bug suspended in the air nearby

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Tell me you bought out news outlet without saying you bought out new outlets.....

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Damn the propaganda machine is hard at work this weekend. The documentary that no wanted or asked for went from being reported as a total flop and playing to empty theaters to "Best documentary debut in over 10 years in its opening weekend" implied grossing $8million...

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

January really is just "hold my beer" energy. Need something to look forward to and perhaps help ground you? Check the classes for this month! Learn about zines, printing tote bags, or Polaroid Emulsion

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

After seeing several skit variations of drivers wanting to embrace the final destination scene rather than dreading it is a pivot I wasn't quite expecting for 2025.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

There was a comment in response to a comic about being excited seeing a mushroom cloud after getting rejected for work the 27th time and it's still haunting me... "It's easier to imagine the end of the world than it is to imagine the end of Capitalism"

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Have you checked out my new studio space yet? No? Make plans to come downtown Portland this weekend. Im hosting the last artist pop up of 2025 on Saturday December 6 from 1-5pm featuring Alexis of Twisted Mistress. Come get your gothy gifts fresh from the press. #portlandoregon #giftshopping

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Second that! I bought a Costco box of greens and it was spoiled within a day. Bought a different brand last night and had throw out a good third of the leaves. Starting my indoor growing for baby greens here soon. Tired of rotten salad mixes

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Lissa Johnston @lissaj.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Great time visiting Portland last week. Our hotel (the Moxy) hosted a pop-up craft fair one evening. Had to have this tee bc Halloween, natch. And the cards I bought are so cool, I will probably never send them and just keep them for myself. Art by @dancingheron.bsky.social

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

Looking for a little adventure? Come check out this month's pop up market at my studio. I'm hosting Died in the Wool and RuiRabbit. RuiRabbit will be holding block carving demos all afternoon. I will be available to help sign you up for the next block Printing on Textiles class. Nov 15 and Dec 20

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Today's word of the day Ornamental Monstrosity Happy Halloween

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Bohdan Pavuk @bpavuk.neocities.org · 26/12/2024

if you see this post, your actions are: - if you have a spare buck, give it to Wikipedia, then repost this - if you don't have a spare buck, just repost your action is mandatory for the world's best source of information to survive

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

One of the things I love about my studio location is the two story windows that perfectly frame the autumn colors. I can sit on my couch and feel okay in those moments.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Hosting a linoblock carving class this Saturday, Oct 25 from 2-4pm at my studio and will be taught by Carla Bartow. Seats still available if you are looking to learn a new skill, or hone an existing one. Sliding scale $45-65, includes supplies. Email graveraimentstudio@gmail.com if interested

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Also nothing like starting the day where you are given some information that would have me prepping for a convention that is a week away, only to be told it was a system error an hour later.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Eventhough its only been a couple weeks since I started opening up on Wednesday at the studio, hanging back at home feels weird like I am playing hookie. But its because there is a very important UPS package I am waiting on. Being self-employed can be a really weird space sometimes

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Did little renovating on my Patreon page. If you haven't been in a while, its worth a peek. www.patreon.com/posts/whats-...

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What's New at Grave Raiment Studio Oct 2025 | Grave Raiment Studio

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Fairly quiet day at the studio. Did some printing. Skeleton longs to be friends with the wire spiders.

Plastic decoration skeleton POV of downtown portland

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

The only comfort I have been able to take is what this Oregon national guard general stated the other day

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Grave Raiment Studio 609 SW 3rd Ave, Portland OR Heart of downtown, next to the max line and next door to Sinister Coffee (IG Sinisterpdx)

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Dropping some new product/designs this week at the studio. New shirt, patch, and bandana! Also a special design for pants, towels, and back panels. And on Friday, I'm hosting a local Printmaker (IG cripplecraft), so bring something to be printed on. I will have fabric and paper scraps available.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Unfortunately even when I say firm on a listing, I still get haggling inquiries. Just the nature of beast 🤷🏼

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Hosting a monthly market pop up at my studio tomorrow. It's a perfect excuse to come downtown, enjoy some art, pop next door for some excellent coffee at Sinister and perhaps a walk? 12-5pm 609 SW 3rd, Portland Oregon

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Other than that, it really felt like we were celebrating the host, not the community he claims to have built.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Went to a little business/customer meet and mingle. Everyone was registered, but when the host greeted me, didn't know who I was nor what I did. Felt really out of place. Ran into a mutual and their friend and chatted most of the time.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Have you been to my studio yet? The next monthly pop up is happening Saturday, October 4. Loving the artist line up and there will be some fun activities to enjoy.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

I'm grateful for the opportunity to have so much space for printing, retail and to host other artists and classes. Just hoping I hold out long enough to start thriving instead of getting by the skin of my teeth

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

The studio I opened recently was only possible because of a program through City of Portland that included steeply discounted rent with utilities included. Even with that, it's really hard right now doing that and paying my portion of rent at a house I share with two other roommates.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Hi all! Just offering a very gentle reminder that my GoFundMe is still open and right now I am trying to come up for the remaining $300 I need to pay September's rent for the studio BY THIS FRIDAY. Any support matters, even if it is sharing this gofund.me/5a7461e9 Also venmo jdheron (jdcox)

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Donate to Support Grave Raiment Studio, organized by JD Cox

Hi My name is JD (they/them) and I have been running my brand, Dancing Heron, since 2006. … JD Cox needs your support for Support Grave Raiment Studio

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☆ ollie ☆ @hournoon.com · 16/09/2025

it feels difficult to ask for help, and admit that I have to slow down. but exercising reaching out and trusting in community care is so important in times like we’re experiencing. sending love, ♡ ollie ♡

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Yeah its always the trade off and each time have to evaluate whether it math's out and kinda resent it. Why can't we have nap culture baked right into our everyday life? What if life essentials were actually affordable so we don't have to hustle so hard?? Thanks late stage capitalism.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Feeling really demoralized today. First Thursday was a bust and feeling uncertain about the future. Trying focus on printing some restock in the studio today. Having to dig deep to find my grit. What the one or two things you do to keep your spirits up?

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

In better news-- while I don't have a table RCCC, I will be at my own BRICK AND MORTAR this weekend! I am hosting a monthly pop up of local artists on Saturday 12-5pm. Hop the max to the downtown to 3rd and Morrison.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

The music equipment is my partner's from which I get a cut from each sale. There is also a laptop, some guitar pedals, microphones and stands... If you want to donate venmo and cashapp jdheron(jdcox)

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Copic set with refills $300 for all, or $12 per marker w/ refill VHT amp $300 obo Peavy amp $50 obo Arturia Keylab 61 MK 1 $150 obo

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Still don't have access to business credit or loans. The one loan baron that my credit union looks at is still under 600 while everything else is well above. I need to raise more money to cover my Geek Girl Con booth fee (first payment is due Sept 9) Here's what's for sale (amps, markers, synth)

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

I will also consider breaking up the collection to sell each marker and corresponding refill for $12 ea

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Colors included: BG78 Y06 BG57 YR09 BV000 G00 G28 YG41 Y11 E44 B02 BG10 E97 YG03 YR02 E11 E37 B39 YR12 110 G000 G07 V01 E02 V99 W0 YR16 B05 R89 YG00 R32 RV19 B01

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Good news-- I was accepted into Geek Girl Con & Market of the Beast. Not so good news-- I need to scare up the funds to cover the booth fees. One of the things I'm selling is my copic collection. 32markers, 33 25ml refills, some other related goodies for $350

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Makkon @makkon.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

telling the barista I want my espresso sloppy-style

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

It's the parent company that owns them. They don't see the value in investing in local stuff.

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

There was a suggestion about an afterparty, but I don't think I have a budget or the *presence*

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Dancing Heron @dancingheron.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Feeling bummed. I wanted to do a stamp rally with artists at RCCC with my print studio until someone pointed out that RCCC prohibits stamp rallies. So open to other ideas of how to reach my audience at RCCC that would be interested in coming by while not at the con?

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