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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

GoFundMe is allowing people to raise money for the legal defense of Renee Good's killer. Fundraisers for people accused of committing violent crimes are banned according to company policy. So why is this happening? GoFundMe needs to take them down. app.sosha.ai/s/y77sq26Z

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

“Gein” Happy new year to most…here’s hoping karma comes with a blunt chainsaw full of gas #blackandwhite, #bnw #dolls #chainsaws, #democracy, #barbiedoll, #photography

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

"Leaving the Party" This is part of my "Animal Farm" (AKA "Bunt") portfolio. I suppose it was wishful thinking on my part. #elephant #photography #blackandwhite

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Well, I just found out "My Reflection" won a 2026 "Single Image" award from Black and White magazine! So proud of my little friend. Today we celebrate with extra peanuts! P.S. I originally posted this photo a few months ago but somehow managed to delete it when attempting to repost it. Argh.

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

“Ahhhhhhhhhhh” Sitting on the ground waiting for this guy to do something and then he looked up at the sky. #deer #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #bnw

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

This little cutie was very curious about my camera. Her mom graciously trusted the exploration...for a minute or two. #photography #deer #fawn #bnw #wildlife #wildlifephotography

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

“Evil” part of my Reality series as seen in Black and White Magazine. #bnw #photography #pictorialism #elon #trump

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

“King”. This guy always hangs out in the morning. Fun fact - male deer drop their antlers annually. In spring, they grow back all fuzzy. Eventually the fuzz gives way. #deer #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #bnw

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

“Baby dolls”. So honored that mom brought her two babies over this morning. I’m guessing she wanted to show them off…or maybe she just wanted some corn. Either way… #fawn #deer #bnw #wildlife #babyanimals #photography

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

"Her Body, Napoleon's Choice" The first time I heard about the "Her Body, my choice" movement, I wanted to spray bullets. Then, it occurred to me - Shouldn't the motto read "His Body, My choice?" Ladies, we have the power of choice - choose wisely. #Animalfarm #Mybodymychoice #Abortionrights #bnw

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

"He Went That Way" Apparently, this baby goat didn't get the "no tattletales" memo. #goats #angoragoats #babyanimals #photography #blackandwhite #bnw

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

“Homeless”. Another from my “Reality” series. For more info, see the current June issue of Black & White magazine.

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

"Doing my Face with a Magic Marker" We have four or five raccoons that visit us. We lovingly refer to them as Boo Boo bears as they are strangely related to bears. Who knew? #raccoon #photography #wildlifephotography #bnw #blackandwhite #wildlife

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

"Unjust." Although I love photographing animals, I also love using my camera to create photographic commentary on social issues. This photo is part of my "Reality" series which won a "Spotlight" portfolio award from Black and White Magazine! A huge dream come true! #photography #BNW #BLM #justice

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

“Lying in Wait”. This is “Junior” the turkey. He had a thing for my husband. #turkey #bird #birdphotography #blackandwhite #bnw

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

“What did you Just Say?” I’ve gotten dirty looks before, but this guy (or gal) takes the prize. #corvid #crow #bird #photography

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 02/03/2025

"Doppelganger" I have one. I think she is in an Iowa state prison...not surprised.

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

“Uncle Satan”. He doesn’t want you. He just wants your money and to do his dirty deeds. #resist #proudblue #resistance #photography #pictorial #antitrump #ukraine

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 01/03/2025

To those of you who are following me for the animal portraits, thank you ever so much. That said, please be patient with me as I work on some “anger” issues….

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

“Stalker” I thought this was kinda funny…unless you are being stalked. Vote “yes” for red flag gun control. #bird #feather #birdphotography #bnw #pictorial

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

"The Narcissist" Given his most recent post, I felt the need to update my "Felon" portrait. I don't think the crows will mind. #fucktrump #Felon47

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 18/02/2025

“The Unicorn”. This young turkey had dreams of becoming more than just a bird. #birds #feather #turkey #birdphotography #photography #bnw #pictorial

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Laurie J. Blanksma @thedarkmind.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

“Sadie’s Eye”. This is my dear friend’s cat who kindly struck a pose for me. #cat #catlovers #macro #catphotography #photography #animalphotography

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