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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 » kolors.jouwweb.be/in-situ

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Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 11h

Brussels, always under construction #AlphabetChallenge #WeekMforMachinery #Photography #urban

A cluster of high construction cranes silhouetted against a clear blue sky.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Valves on a train from 1912 #AlphabetChallenge #WeekMforMachinery #Photography

Close-up of two valves on an old train from 1912. A large one painted red, a smaller one painted yellow.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Take action for the Kawahiva now! They're fighting for their survival in the Brazilian Amazon, forced to live on the run amid invasions, violence & disease from loggers & ranchers. Their genocide will be complete unless their land is protected. act.survivalinternational.org/page/128638/...

act.survivalinternational.org

Stop the genocide of the uncontacted Kawahiva

Take action for the Kawahiva now! They're fighting for their survival in the Brazilian Amazon, forced to live on the run amid invasions, violence and disease from loggers and ranchers. These are the...

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Indigenous leader Raoni receives palliative care in Brazil after cancer diagnosis 😢 www.ctpost.com/news/world/a...

Indigenous leader Raoni receives palliative care in Brazil after cancer diagnosis

Renowned Indigenous Chief Raoni Metuktire is receiving palliative care at home in the Brazilian heartland after being diagnosed with cancer at age 94, his institute says. The Raoni Institute said...

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

My favourite King! #AlphabetChallenge #WeekIForIntegers #books #StephenKing @stephenking.bsky.social

Cover of Stephen King's book "11-22-1963" - Dutch translation.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Pigs in Blankets - serves 4 #AlphabetChallenge #WeekIForIntegers

Detailed view of a recipe for "pigs in blankets", showcasing ingredients and cooking steps on a printed page.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

New work finished 🎨🖌️ "Jackson's Cat" acrylic & 3D acrylic & sand paste on canvas 40 / 50 cm #art #acrylicpainting #abstractart

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Villa les Roses - 1923 #AlphabetChallenge #WeekIForIntegers #Photography #urban #Brussels

Exterior of a brick building displaying the signs "Villa de Roses" and "1923" prominently.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekIForIntegers #Photography #urban #streetphotography

A weathered brown terracotta clog hangs on a red brick wall beside a white house-number plaque reading “38,” creating a quirky rustic scene.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Another icon leaves this world. R.I.P. Yayoi Kusama

theguardian.com

Yayoi Kusama, Japanese artist who became a global superstar, dies aged 97

From the 1950s to the 2020s, Kusama produced vivid paintings, sculptures and vast installations that often drew on her experience of hallucinations

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

What a life; what a lady. The world needs more people like her. R.I.P. #DollyParton

theguardian.com

Dolly Parton, country star, actor and philanthropist, dies aged 80

Songwriter of I Will Always Love You, Jolene and 9 to 5 also invested millions in child literacy, Covid-19 vaccine development and other causes

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

The World in Faces Museum is a free nonprofit online museum and has officially launched today. All portraits by Alexander Khimushin who has spent the last 18 years traveling the world, visiting more than 100 countries, photographing Indigenous Peoples and preserving their stories. Magnificent work!

theworldinfaces.org

The World in Faces Museum | Indigenous Peoples & Cultures

Free online museum. Discover the diversity of traditional cultures of the world through the portraits and stories of Indigenous Peoples.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Little bird high up in the sky... #AlphabetChallenge #WeekYforYonder #Photography

A bird soaring through a clear blue sky, with a vibrant Viburnum bodnantense in the foreground.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Sycamore tree #AlphabetChallenge #WeekXforXyloid #Photography

Close-up of a Sycamore tree trunk with its characteristic peeling and multi-colored bark that creates a unique camouflage-like pattern.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

TDD (Thursday Door Day) #AlphabetChallenge #WeekXforXyloid #Photography #TDD

A large wooden church door featuring decorative iron bars.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Tired of waiting for Godot #AlphabetChallenge #WeekXforXyloid #Photography

A simple weathered wooden bench located on a brick pathway, with railroad tracks in the background.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Train compartment from 1935 @ Train World Museum in Schaarbeek, #Brussels #AlphabetChallenge #WeekXforXyloid #Photography

A train car from 1935 displaying wooden benches and compartment divider.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Knock knock knocking on heaven's door #AlphabetChallenge #WeekXforXyloid #Photography

A dark brown wooden door featuring a decorative angel head and an ornate iron handle.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Summer rain #AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWater #Photography

Close-up of African daisies with vibrant orange petals, adorned with glistening raindrops.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Warande / Parc de Bruxelles / Brussels Park #AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWater #Photography #Brussels

Visitors enjoy the Warande (Brussels) Park with a fountain at its center, amidst lush landscaping and walking paths.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Summer rain #AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWater #Photography

A cluster of purple cymbalaria muralis - a.k.a. ivy-leaved toadflax - flowers adorned with glistening rain water droplets.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Moeraske ("Little Swamp") in Evere, Brussels #AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWater #Photography #Brussels

A tranquil swamp lake surrounded by lush trees under a clear blue sky. Moeraske ("Little Swamp") is located in Evere, northeast Brussels.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Raindrops keep falling on my head 🎵🎶 #AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWater #Photography

Close-up of a yellow hypericum "hidcote" flower featuring fresh rain water droplets on its vibrant petals.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Splish splash... little sparrow taking a bath #AlphabetChallenge #WeekWforWater #Photography

A little sparrow taking a bath in a bowl of water; its feathers glistening in the sunlight.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Uniformity #AlphabetChallenge #WeekUforUniform #Photography #Brussels

Black and white photo of a building illuminated by lights, showcasing its architectural details.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

To each his own uniform 😉 #AlphabetChallenge #WeekUforUniform #Photography #portrait

Saint Nicholas with a curly white beard and a red cloak and miter stands beside a smiling police officer in a blue uniform at an outdoor event, creating a joyful, festive atmosphere.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Netflix announced that Free Leonard Peltier is among 4 festival documentaries heading to the platform. The Jesse Short Bull & David France documentary follows Leonard Peltier and the decades-long movement surrounding his imprisonment. It is scheduled to begin streaming Oct. 12th.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Nap time! #AlphabetChallenge #WeekTforTime #Photography

A black cat peacefully sleeps on a blue-patterned cushion inside a heart-shaped, red wicker basket, conveying warmth and coziness.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Old train station clock #AlphabetChallenge #WeekTforTime #Photography

Antique train station clock with a weathered, Roman numeral face and dual-hour markings. Set on a dark brick wall, it features a decorative lion motif below.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Happy 100th birthday Sir David Attenborough!

Sir David Attenborough's special 100th birthday message

On the eve of this 100th birthday, Sir David Attenborough shares a message for us all

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Practicing their Beyoncé dance moves #AlphabetChallenge #WeekRForReflections #Photography #portrait #streetphotography

Three teenage girls stand in front of a large reflective window, mimicking dance poses seen in their reflections. A girl sits on the side, watching.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Mirror mirror #AlphabetChallenge #WeekRForReflections #Photography #portrait #streetphotography

Two photos of a man reflected in an ornate, vintage-style mirror with intricate detailing. In one photo, the mirror is sharp and his reflection is blurry; in the other photo, the mirror is somewhat blurred and his reflection is sharp.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Glass, steel & reflections of stone #AlphabetChallenge #WeekRForReflections #Photography #urban #Brussels

Reflection of a city building with intricate architecture captured on a grid of blue glass windows, creating a mosaic effect with varied shades and textures.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Lines & reflections #AlphabetChallenge #WeekRForReflections #Photography #urban #Brussels

Modern building facade with vertical white concrete panels and reflective blue glass windows. Nearby historic architecture is mirrored in the glass.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Wisteria #AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPurple #Photography

Close-up of delicate wisteria flowers, light purple with hints of lavender and yellow centers.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Petunia #AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPurple #Photography

Close-up of a single petunia with vibrant purple and white striped petals radiating from a dark center, set against a blurred green background.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Petunia milliflora #AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPurple #Photography

A vibrant purple petunia milliflora flower with yellow center surrounded by green leaves, set against a soft-focus green background.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Lavender #AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPurple #Photography

Close-up of vibrant purple lavender flowers against a dark background.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

African daisies #AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPurple #Photography

Close-up of two vibrant purple African daisies with pointed petals, set against a softly blurred green background.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Tropicoo @ Scharnaval (carnival in Schaerbeek, Brussels) #AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPurple #Photography #portrait #streetphotography #Brussels

Portrait of an elderly man wearing a vibrant purple costume with a large, colorful headdress and face paint gesturing energetically at a lively parade. Bright, festive atmosphere.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

My portrait of Mehdi and his moustache made it to Flickr's "Explore" yesterday. (Flickr Explore is a daily curated selection of 500 of the most "interesting" photos chosen from millions uploaded to the platform within a 24-hour period. It acts as a showcase of high-quality photography.)

Mehdi (in Explore! 04/16/2026)

Orde van de Brusselse Moestasje (Order of the Brussels' Moustaches)

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Gothic architecture from the 1600s. #AlphabetChallenge #WeekOforOld #Photography #architecture #Brussels

Ornate Gothic architecture from the 1600s with detailed stone statues of figures in flowing robes, set between pointed arches and large, latticed windows above. Detail of one of the stunning buildings on the Grand' Place in Brussels.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The flag bearer #AlphabetChallenge #WeekOforOld #Photography #portrait #streetphotography #blackandwhite

Black and white portrait of an elderly man in uniform with glasses and a peaked cap holding a flag, looking solemn. Medal and scarf around his neck.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Two old friends having a picnic #AlphabetChallenge #WeekOforOld #Photography #portrait #streetphotography #blackandwhite

Black and white portrait of two older men sitting closely at a table outdoors. One wears a hat with palm trees and the word "Mallorca," eating thoughtfully. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

New work finished 🎨🖌️ "Chaos" acrylic & 3D acrylic on canvas 30 / 40 cm #art #acrylicpainting #abstractart

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Built in 1697 #AlphabetChallenge #WeekOforOld #Photography #architecture #urban #Brussels

A historic building facade with ornate Baroque architecture, featuring gold accents, large arched windows, and the building year 1697 inscribed. Sky is clear and blue. One of the many magnificent buildings on the Grand' Place in Brussels, Belgium.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

The Birds #AlphabetChallenge #WeekMforMovies #Photography #streetphotography #carnival #Brussels

Colourful street parade with people in vibrant costumes holding two large, artistic bird sculptures. The background shows brick buildings and a crowd watching.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Love Story #AlphabetChallenge #WeekMforMovies #Photography #streetphotography #carnival #Brussels

A man in a festive angel costume with wings, curly wig, and red halo, carrying a large red heart balloon is chatting with another man on a street lined with brick buildings, evoking a joyful atmosphere.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The Crusader #AlphabetChallenge #WeekMforMovies #Photography #urban #Brussels

Black and white urban photography. Silhouette of the equestrian statue of crusader Godfrey of Bouillon, holding a flag, set against the domed Palace of Justice building in the background. Overhead wires cross the sky, creating an intricate pattern.

Els Herten @elsherten.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

The Joker #AlphabetChallenge #WeekMforMovies #Photography #streetphotography #carnival #Brussels

Black and white portrait of a man with a clown face painting, round glasses and a subtle smile. The background is blurred, creating a playful and whimsical atmosphere.