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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🌼 Stressed? Unwind with this Hunt's Bumble Bee (Bombus huntii) in mesmerizing Colorado nature. ✨ How do you connect with nature? Share below! 🌿👇 Song: "Antidote X" by Van Sandano. 🎶 #NatureLovers #MusicVibes #ColoradoMagic #Relaxation

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

July’s almost here - 3 #workshop spots left for #AIatWork & Communications. New summer art commissions & AI productivity tutorials dropping soon too! Comment 'LINK' & I’ll DM the details. Let’s make this summer your breakthrough! 🚀 #Productivity #AIProductivity #Inclusion #AI

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

#SundaySalon 💭✨ As the weekend closes, I'm curious to hear from you... What’s one insight or lesson you gained this week that changed how you think, work, or create? Let’s share some ideas and stories in the comments and grow together! #Reflection #Growth #Salon #StrategySalon #CommunityThink

A surreal, minimalist arrangement of black spheres resting on dark geometric platforms of different heights. Beneath them, a circular ripple pattern spreads across the surface, adding texture. The background fades from deep blue on the left to light gray on the right, creating a dreamy gradient effect.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

The AI gold rush is here. What you build this weekend could be worth millions next year. No co-founders needed... No seed rounds... Learn fast, ship faster, & build your future. #AiGoldRush #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #VibeMarketing #AImarketing

Illustration of people excitedly running with AI-related items. A person holds a glowing AI sign, another carries a laptop, and a rocket launches in the background. Gold coins with AI symbols float around, and the text 'AI GOLD RUSH IS HERE' is prominently displayed.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

What truly drives meaningful accessibility consulting for local #government? These are the themes that dominated our strategic session—notice the strong emphasis on #ProcessImprovement, #accessibility, remediation, & actionable solutions. Clarity = where impact begins. #DataViz #Consulting #Graph

This image is a horizontal bar chart titled "Most Discussed Topics in City Accessibility Consulting Call." It presents various themes on the y-axis and the number of mentions on the x-axis, ranked from most to least discussed. The top-ranked topic is "User Experience" with 11 mentions, followed by **"Application Process"** with 10 mentions, and "Community Programs" with 9 mentions. Other topics include City Services, Remediation, Process Improvement, Implementation, Eligibility, Communication, Department Collaboration, Reports, Accessibility, Consulting, Support, Data, Testing, Barriers, Recommendations, and Solutions, with mentions decreasing progressively. The chart highlights key areas of focus during the city accessibility consulting call, offering insights into prioritized concerns and needs.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Starting today, I’m #BuildingInPublic, sharing the tools and insights behind how I use #AIforWork. I've quietly used #AI in ways that amaze people for years, & perfectionism has stopped me from sharing. No more. ⬆ Follow to learn #tech for personal & professional growth.

Abstract AI concept image featuring translucent, overlapping geometric shapes in shades of blue and white with rounded edges. The design reveals circular cutouts with glowing blue highlights and starry textures reminiscent of a cosmic scene. The background shifts from a light gradient on the left to a dark gradient on the right, adding depth and a futuristic feel.

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Duke Herbarium @bluedevilherbarium.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

What a beauty! Meet Entoloma strictius, a striking mushroom with intricate gills preserved in time. Nature's artistry at its finest! Thank you to @matthewcicanese.bsky.social! #FungiFriday #FungiFriends #Mushrooms #Mushroom #Macro #Herbarium #Fungi

A detailed close-up of the mushroom species Entoloma strictius, focusing intensely on its intricate gills. The tightly overlapping layers of the gills display a delicate, wavy texture and warm hues of brownish-orange. The depth and complexity of the patterns create a captivating, abstract composition. The closer perspective emphasizes the fine details and natural architecture of the specimen, highlighting its preserved beauty.

A close-up view of the mushroom species Entoloma strictius, showcasing its intricate, wavy gills in stunning detail. The golden-brown coloration and textured stem give the mushroom a preserved, almost timeless appearance. The dark background accentuates the delicate patterns and structure of the gills, making the specimen visually striking and captivating.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Golden anthers erupt from a pussy willow catkin, each stamen suspended on delicate white filaments against absolute darkness. A temporary explosion of floral fertility visible only in extreme proximity, where the boundary between scientific specimen and natural abstraction dissolves. #Flower #Macro

A vivid close-up of a pussy willow catkin, with its soft, fluffy yellow blooms radiating outward. The intricate details of the catkin give it a striking resemblance to a bursting firework, creating a captivating natural display. The surrounding background is blurred, drawing attention to the unique texture and vibrant appearance of the catkin.

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Duke Herbarium @bluedevilherbarium.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

In 2012, Duke researchers named an entire genus of ferns “Gaga” after pop star Lady Gaga! Gaga wore a costume to the 2010 Grammys that had an amazing resemblance to the fern’s sexual life stage. It's also written in the DNA! A unique molecular signature was in all of the ferns, spelling “GAGA”.

In 2012, Duke researchers named an entire genus of ferns “Gaga” after pop star Lady Gaga (Li et al. 2012).

"We wanted to name this genus for Lady Gaga because of her fervent defense of equality and individual expression in today’s society.”

…Scientists often look to popular culture for inspiration and have sometimes immortalized certain people with scientific names (e.g., “Washingtonia”, for a genus of palms named in honor of George Washington; “Zappa,” a genus of goby fish named for Frank Zappa).

All land plants have a life cycle that alternates between two distinct phases: a tiny gametophytic (haploid) phase and a much larger sporophytic (diploid) phase that are produced by meiosis (reduction division) and syngamy (fertilization), respectively. Gametophytes are a fully independent life phase from the sporophytes, and they form the male (antheridia) and female (archegonia) gametangia that yield sperm and egg, respectively. Shown in the diagram is one of the more common breeding systems in ferns––outcrossing. Here, the sperm and egg that fuse to initiate a new young sporophyte, come from gametophytes formed by spores from different parental sporophytes.

Gaga comprises nineteen distinct species and extends all the way from Arizona and Texas, through Mexico and Central America to Andean South America (as far south as Argentina). The highly divided sporophyte leaves of Gaga kaulfussii are shown here displaying their dense glandular hairs on the upper surface and the marginal flaps (indusia) that protect the sporangia on the lower leaf surface.

During the timeframe of this research study, Lady Gaga wore a costume to the 2010 Grammy’s that had an amazing resemblance to the fern’s sexual life stage (see first slide). Further validation for the scientific name came from a unique molecular signature at a particular site in the DNA sequence of all Gaga ferns: Guanine, Adenine, Guanine, Adenine, spelling “GAGA”, that was not present in related ferns.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

I'm getting hundreds of views on my NEW YouTube video: Perplexity Power Start! Discover my top 5 ways to unlock market research with Perplexity & be sure to get my FREE Kickstart Guide! 👇 ➡️ Watch here & get the guide: youtu.be/hhmSWlk3OY0 #PerplexityPro #AI #MarketResearch #Business #Productivity

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

I photographed this rough cut blue topaz last night with my Canon R5! I created a focus-stack of 20 images with my Canon R5 for sharp details, lit by iPhone's LED. #GemstonePhotography #BlueTopaz #FocusStacking #CanonR5 #Canon #Topaz #Gem

A focus-stacked image of blue topaz, glowing from a backlit LED light.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Happy #WesternMonarchDay! 🦋🌼 Celebrate the journey of the Western #Monarch #Butterfly, which migrates thousands of miles each year to overwinter in California. This species faces many challenges, including habitat loss & climate change, which have led to a drastic decline in their numbers.

The underside of a monarch butterfly crawling on a branch with leaves.

A monarch caterpillar crawls across the surface of a leaf, with a black background.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Winter's embrace meets nature's fire 🔥❄️ American bittersweet berries peek through fresh snow, reminding us beauty persists in every season. What's your favorite winter discovery? #NaturePhotography #WinterWonders #MacroNature #WildlifePhotography #NaturalBeauty #Macro #Botany

Close-up nature photograph showing vibrant orange American bittersweet berries partially dusted with fresh snow. The berries are arranged naturally along a brown woody branch, creating a dramatic color contrast. The background is softly blurred, emphasizing the detailed texture of both the glossy berries and delicate snow covering. The composition captures the intersection of winter's stark beauty with autumn's lingering color.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Nature's geometry never fails to mesmerize. I photographed a #purple #Amethyst specimen in a way that highlights its hexagonal #crystal structure. Who else is fascinated by mineral formations?! 💜✨ Are you a rockhound like me too? Let me know below! #Rockhound #Macro #Rocks #ShinySaturday #crystal

Macro photograph of a deep purple amethyst crystal cluster against black background, showing geometric facets and translucent qualities with varying shades of violet throughout its crystalline structure

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Discovering the hidden world of #MountainBluets through my #macro lens at #MountMitchell, NC. These delicate #flowers reveal nature's intricate design in ways we rarely notice. The beauty of the #Appalachians continues to amaze me. #Bluets #Wildflowers #WildflowerPhotography #Macro #Nature #Native

Close-up nature photograph showing multiple bluet wildflowers (Houstonia serpyllifolia) in sharp focus. The flowers feature four pale blue petals surrounding bright yellow centers. The background is intentionally blurred, creating a dreamy bokeh effect that highlights the delicate beauty of these Appalachian mountain wildflowers.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Two mushrooms grow from the top of a decaying log at #MountMitchell, NC. The ethereal glow from the #LongExposure reveals their beautiful gills, emerald green #moss covering the log, & an azure sky peeks in from the background forest canopy. #FungiFriends #Mushroom #Fungi #Macro #NaturePhotography

A macro photograph captures two wild mushrooms emerging from a decaying log covered in vibrant emerald moss. The mushrooms are centrally framed with visible gills and smooth caps. Long exposure technique creates a magical glow around the subjects, while the forest background is softly blurred. The composition illustrates nature's cycle of decay and renewal, with the azure sky peeking through the canopy adding depth to the scene.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

It's #TextureTuesday! Nature's textures tell fascinating stories through their intricate details. From weathered wood to lush leaves - each surface has its own tale to share. What textures are you drawn to in the natural world? Share your favorite natural texture below! ⬇ #NaturePhotography #Macro

Macro photograph of clustered pink snail eggs arranged in a tight formation. The spherical eggs have a soft, translucent appearance with a delicate pink hue, showcasing their fragile nature and uniform arrangement.

Close-up photograph of vibrant green leaves against a dark background. The leaves display prominent veins and natural curvature, creating a dynamic composition that emphasizes their glossy texture and rich emerald color.

Macro photograph of a weathered tree stump's bark, showing intricate natural patterns and swirling textures in warm earth tones. The detailed close-up reveals the complex layers and aged character of the wood surface.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Just a quick heads up… if you followed me today, I’m trying to follow-back but I think there’s a bug with BlueSky. Look forward to follow-backs when it works. Will try on desktop when I get home. Many thanks, —Matt PS — have you seen my demo from earlier today yet?! ⬇️ bsky.app/profile/matt...

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Just a quick heads up… if you followed me today, I’m trying to follow-back but I think there’s a bug with BlueSky. Looking forward to follow-back when it works. I’ll try on desktop when I get home. Many thanks, —Matt PS — have you seen my demo from earlier today yet?! ⬇️ bsky.app/profile/matt...

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

People ask me how I get things done with #AI… This is one of the many ways. I made this #Photography workflow using custom #AIagents last night. Transmuting my images and thoughts will be a lot easier now. I’m making access to this workflow available soon. Interested? Let me know below! 🧵 1 of 2

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

#MossMonday anyone? One of my all-time favorite images I’ve made, is this one. “Komorebi Study 01”. It’s an image of moss I created when I was studying for my MFA in grad school 10 years ago, while hiking at Eno River State Park, in Durham, NC. #Moss #Bryophytes #Komorebi #FineArt #MFA #EnoRiver

A close-up photograph of vibrant green moss illuminated by dappled sunlight filtering through a forest canopy. The scene shows slender moss sporophytes reaching upward, surrounded by a lush, textured moss carpet. Soft beams of light and circular bokeh in the background create a dreamy and tranquil atmosphere.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

I’m putting together a #StarterPack of the National Geographic Explorers here on BlueSky! 🌎🌍🌏 Want to be included the pack? Let me know below! ⬇️ #NatGeoExplorer #NatGeo #NationalGeographic #Explorers go.bsky.app/KB3VX7z

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Adult bald eagles engage in an aerial battle over discarded salmon remains along the shoreline of #HaidaGwaii, British Columbia, while juvenile eagles wait nearby for leftover scraps. #WildlifePhotography #BaldEagles #NatureIsMetal #HaidaGwaii #PacificNorthwest #BirdPhotography #Eagles #Raptors

Two bald eagles engage in an intense mid-air fight over a rocky shoreline, grappling with their talons while flapping their powerful wings for dominance.

A bald eagle stands triumphantly on a rocky shoreline, guarding a piece of salmon in its talons with its wings spread wide.

Two bald eagles squabble over a large piece of salmon on a rocky shoreline, one lifting its wings in a defensive posture while the other crouches close to the ground.

A juvenile bald eagle holds salmon scraps in its beak while standing on a rocky shoreline, its speckled plumage blending into the surroundings.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

It’s #MushroomMonday! Here’s a long-exposure mushroom image I created while exploring the Appalachian Mountains this July. #FungiFriends #Macro #Nature #Mushroom #LongExposure #Appalachians #Fungi

A white mushroom with a red cap and white gills glows orange from a long-exposure photograph. Pushing up through the moist soil in the mountain forest.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

It’s #MacroMonday! What’s your favorite wildlife macro subject? What should I share more of? Here are just a few of my favorite images I’ve made over the past 17 years… #Macro #Nature #Wildlife #Canon #NationalGeographic

A grid of various macro wildlife images, featuring a lizard’s red eye, ladybug, lichens, a spider on a dewdrop web, and more.

A grid of various macro wildlife images, featuring a camouflage spider in center, the blue gills of a mushroom, a yellow pollen grain, and more.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

How's your Saturday night going? An old tobacco barn in Western North Carolina by my grandparent's house where I grew up visiting. 10yrs after my grandpa passed from cancer, I drove my grandma back there from FL to visit again. #Astro #Stars #NightSky #Barn #AstroPhotography #Photography #MilkyWay

A long-exposure photograph shows the milky way shining over an old, red, tobacco barn in the foreground - lit by a flashlight.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Just had a nice #WeekendWalk! Cold, but beautiful. Horses, fluffy cat-tails blowing in the wind, fall leaves, and blue skies. #Colorado #Nature #Autumn #Farm

Bare cottonwood trees against a deep blue sky

Fallen autumn leaves rest in green grass along a path. Yellow willow, red, and brown leaves.

A horse barn and backyard farm with white fences for them to run around in.

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

A large, green, lichen huntsman spider blends in with perfect camouflage in the Sinharaja Rainforest (Sri Lanka), on a lichen-covered tree trunk! #Spider #LichenHuntsman #Huntsman #SriLanka #Sinharaja #Rainforest #Macro #Camouflage #Camo #Invisible #Green #Arachnid

A close-up of a spider with a mottled green body blending into a green tree trunk covered in lichen. The spider takes up most of the frame with its body in the middle and legs extending to the edges.

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Erin Biba @erinbiba.bsky.social · 09/11/2024

Folks please don’t forget to ALT your images! The more new folks show up here the lower the adoption of ALT is and that’s a bummer cause it means not all Bluesky users can enjoy your images! Here’s how to turn on prompts to remind you to ALT:

Accessibility Settings
Alt text
Require alt text before posting (toggled ON)

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Matthew Cicanese @matthewcicanese.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Hey everyone! I'm Matt, a DeafBlind fine art #WildlifePhotographer and National Geographic Explorer. I'm excited to share my work and thoughts here. Where would you like me to take you? I've been from Iceland to Ecuador, from Sri Lanka to Canada... #Photographer #Wildlife #Landscape #Macro #NatGeo

A grid of wildlife and landscape images featuring vibrant colors, waterfalls, flowers, animals, fungi, and vistas.

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