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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Finished my Columbia Gorge Naturalist Field Course yesterday. I’m so grateful for the experience & knowledge imparted! My capstone was on edible 🍂 mushrooms in the area. I blacked out & have no idea what I said. My fellow naturalists said I should teach a class, so it must not have been too bad 😂

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Happy fall equinox! Autumn is an exciting time of year for change, of beautiful colors, the sound of rainfall hitting the leaves, & the smell of fresh air on a cool morning. Enjoy it! It’s kind of an exciting time to take inspiration from the land, tbh.

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

It’s about that time! If you can afford the gas then it’s definitely worth checking it out soon. I saw some promising burn areas up in WA but I think it’s a little too far from me.

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Some folks call me Michelley Morelli The morel mushroom season is starting to heat up! Life has felt so crazy & up in the air lately. I’ll be taking advantage of the season as best I can. PS. Don’t forget to pick up some trash while you’re out foraging, it’s good luck! 😉

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

I gave up on peeling them, hopefully that doesn’t ruin the batch!

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Hi hello. I still exist. 👋 I’m making some Japanese knotweed pickles inspired by @blackforager.bsky.social and @foragerchef.bsky.social My friend and I ran into a lot of invasives/medicinals at one of our morel mushroom foraging spots.

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Vernal equinox mode, engage! My heart & soul re-entered my body yesterday. Best menty h day of 2026 🥹 Thankful for the spring awakening every year. A fresh start, a lot of growth & changes. Taking some time to imagine the positive future I want for humanity, so that I can fight to make it real.

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Just a few more days to catch “Imagine” at Nanny Goat Gallery. I have a piece in the show! Some really incredible artists participated in this one. I wish I had been able to go see it in person. :)

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Prepping 6x6 panels for Keep It Wild! Art show in White Salmon, WA A portion of proceeds goes to @columbialandtrust 🖤 Affordable original art for an excellent cause! What should I paint?! I trend toward species found in the Columbia River Gorge. Last years paintings for reference 🎨🖼️⤵️ #art

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Got more yarrow, aster, & echinacea seeds planted today. I’m trying multiple methods because my fall sown wildflowers may have been TOO protected from elements this winter. I’m scared it’ll be full of weeds & grass if I don’t fill it up! Here’s a lupine emerging from its winter slumber to say hi. 👋

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

It’s almost time for morels! I’M SO EXCITED! Here’s a mushroom greeting card I made a long time ago now 🤓 #mushrooms #morels #foraging

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Very nice. I planted some Italian parsley yesterday as well. Gardening is such a soothing activity during stressful times like these. Garden bed prep is a whole other chore! Not ready to tackle that just yet. I hope your garden thrives this year!

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

True, and some people like not having to walk their dog in the dark, or hate driving at night (me over here with awful astigmatism.) 😅

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Smooth Dunk @smoothdunk2.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

buying into AI

3 panel comic

Panel 1: Blue Guy and Pink Guy.
Pink Guy: Ai will change EVERYTHING. Just give me a Shitload of money
Blue Guy: okey

Panel 2: Blue Guy hands over a massive stack of cash and says “How will it change everything?”

Panel 3: Pink Guy is running away as fast as he can with the money. He says “It’s a secret”

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

I’m excited to have another hour of light in the evening though. It’s always a goal to get to this time of year, and then my PNW seasonal depression starts to go away. Lol

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Hell yeah, same vibe over here. I flip off the f15s every damn day and yell to stop wasting our tax dollars. The best part: I’m in a neighborhood so I’m sure lots of people hear me. 😤😩🤷🏼‍♀️

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

I just looked at my #garden plans & dang, I’ve got a lot of 🧅 Garlic/garlic chives already out. A mystery allium (2nd pic.) Started chives, shallot, & onion inside! I’m also adding more greens & cabbage this year, in addition to my usual veg. What are you going to grow? #mygarden #growfood

Please ignore my abused houseplant in the background.

Mystery allium. Maybe a leek or a smaller garlic type? I’m tempted to pull one up but I want to give it a little more time. 😅

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Dia VanGunten / Writer @pinkzombierose.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

You’re welcome. Happy day! 😆

Scientists discovered a caterpillar that murders insects and stitches their dismembered body parts onto its back as armor

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

While I’m not surprised by that at all. Trump is probably frothing at the mouth to use nukes and then claim he had “no other choice”

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

I didn’t see this post until now. As I quickly scrolled by I paused and thought “fuck, that’s terrible” and then I realized it was your post and I probably walked in to the room right after this. 😂🤦🏼‍♀️

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Separating onion seeds. The larger ones came apart much easier. Not so sure these small ones are worth the effort. #seedsaving #gardenplanning #growfood

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c0nc0rdance @c0nc0rdance.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

The Voyageurs Wolf Project of Northern Minnesota tags & documents grey wolf ecology & behavior: www.voyageurswolfproject.org The video you see here is confirmatory proof: Wolves. Love. Blueberries. As much as 83% of a wolf's calories in summer months comes from eating berries.

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

If you enjoy my nature and wildlife art pls consider getting a print, sticker or card in one of my shops! This is the slow season and boy is it slower than ever. 🍄🌲🌸🍂✨ My Shop: swordfernstudios.company.site Etsy: swordfernstudios.etsy.com #shopsmall #supportartists #art #naturedecor

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 01/03/2026

Ready to start seeing these meadow friends again over the next several months. HBU? That painters tape in the earlier stage is to block in a critter. Looking forward to sharing more of the beautiful complexities of our natural world with y'all. #animalart #naturepainting #wildlifeart #frogs

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Same! I definitely have those on my lists. Glad to see it’s lining up with others suggestions. 🦢

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Oooh, I had to look up pickerelweed. Very pretty, thanks!

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Quick question! When you think of a wetland habitat, what animals and plants come to mind first? I’m planning my next piece and have ideas, but i’m curious what other folks think lives in a wetland. Here’s some of my wetland-ish art! 😊 #wildlifeart #conservation #conservationart #animalart

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J. BOO!👻ma @broccoliwizard.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

ICYMI: Trans people's IDs in Kansas were revoked overnight. They are: - Unable to drive - Unable to fly - Unable to leave the state on their own - Unable to apply for work - Unable to vote (Kansas has voter ID) - Unable to apply for driver's licenses in *any other state* /1

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Hi! Here’s my painting of an alpine meadow titled “Symbiosis” Crafted after observing a favorite meadow in the MHNF in OR. for a couple of seasons. Most of my pieces are a well researched labor of love. Because of AuDHD, I have to be REALLY compelled to follow through! #artsky #animalart #frogart

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

I haven’t used them much before, but it was really fun! I’ll def be revisiting.

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Here 4 the MOSS 🌱🌱🌱 + lichens, mushrooms, and long toed salamanders 🍀🦎🍄‍🟫🌱 Sweet hexagon piece from a group show in December. 🖤 #animalart #painting #natureart #artsky #wildlifeart

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Thank you! Definitely getting better, hoping to be kicking ass and taking names again very soon. 😜

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Michelle F Mitchell | Sword Fern Studios @swordfernstudios.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

When in doubt, fruit study. Unearthed some ooold (older than me) oil pastels. Trying to not lose my mind while stuck at home. Plus, practicing low stakes creativity is something I’ve been lacking. The constraints of not being able to focus on details is good in this case. 😄👍 #art #artpractice

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