Safe Space for Artists

Art is easy. Until it's not. The paint flows freely until courage falters. Step into the circle of fellow artists to show what's cooking on your easel, or even just perculating in the uncharted fields of your imagination. Boldly share your experimental pieces. Share your journey and what art means to you. Share your fears and insecurities. Share your success stories. Share hacks about the medium you use. Ask questions: organizing hacks, advice, opinions, whatever. Crowd-source suggestions for titles. There are calls for motivational tips or works in progress. Some visuals are raw and visceral. There are many, many posts per day, as this is a lively community. Come here if you're feeling vulnerable. Draw inspiration from the well of the hivemind. Then go back to your work to create some more.

Members: 183k, at the time of writing

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Birds of New Zealand (official)

When I first read about Nassim Nicholas Taleb's black swan theory, I was utterly delighted with the mystery and promise of unexpected discoveries that it signifies. But black swans are real and can be seen in all their glory in this Facebook group dedicated to the birdlife of the southern hemisphere island nation of New Zealand. But there are other, equally fascinating avians to behold. A lone oyster catcher on a beach. A large flock of spoonbills, head places. A white-capped albatross with its wings spread. A magical night-time shot of a white heron. Avian recluses such as the Banded Rail and Spotless Crake. A tiny, elfin rifleman - a delicate dynamo (and New Zealand's smallest bird) that can be a real challenge to capture on film. One can only imagine what the posts might have looked like if the giant moa was still around.

Members: 86.8k, at the time of writing.

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Art, Architecture, Places & Cultural Heritage around the World

 

The Taj Mahal is so much more than a collection of marble slabs. Vatican City, despite being the world's smallest nation state, looms large in the collective unconscious for its incredible cultural heritage, which comprises St Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel as well as museums and galleries containing priceless art treasures and artefacts. A 600-year-old Jainish temple features breath-takingly detailed carvings. There are ancient ruins, Baroque interiors, even graves and memorials. Cathedrals, palaces, pyramids and mosques. One charming post shares a typical birdhouse added to the side of a building and fashioned to resemble a miniature palace. But cultural heritage can also be found in costume and music, in works of art and in the geography of the land.

Members: 197.5k, at the time of writing.

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Larry the Cat (@Number10cat)

 While world politics has devolved into the type of nail-biting lunacy that can rob anyone of their peace of mind and an adequate night's sleep, it's wonderful to know that there is still someone at Number 10 Downing Street in London who still values the good things in life: food, sleep, and a touch of mischief. I'm talking, of course, about Larry the Downing Street Cat, who has seen prime ministers and world leaders come and go, while still remaining in tune with his innate cattitude. His main role is rodent patrol, but Larry also has important PR duties and beware the fox that trespasses on his sidewalk, or even the shrubbed verge around it. He's met Obama and Zelensky, has over 871k followers on X and just celebrated his 19th birthday. For a daily dose of Larry-updates in your news feed, with charming clips and meme-worthy snapshots, as well as the odd greeting from furry (and human) fans, visit often.

Members: 15.5k, at the time of writing.

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Bird Art & Artists

There has to be a very special skill involved to successfully capture a creature that often moves faster than the eye can see. That's why I have a healthy dose of respect for each and every one of the bird artists featured in this group - whether professional or amateur. The media used vary from pencil, pen to watercolor and acrylics and the subject matters covers anything from the humble sparrow, the graceful kingfisher, the wise crow, the industrious woodpecker and the majestic osprey. If you have a fascination for avian wildlife, you would most likely enjoy adding this charming Facebook group to your newsfeed. On my visit, I also saw the Northern Cardinal, European Woodpecker, a humble robin in pencil, a macaw in watercolor, a Sri Lanka bush warbler, beautifully rendered in his natural habitat and a stunning Harris Hawk in colored pencils.

Members: 108.7k, at the time of writing.

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The Model T Ford Club International

When Henry Ford assembled the first Model T Ford, he created so much more than just a car. Within a decade, his vision transformed travel, leisure and work. And while many of these often mechanically-needy vehicles also became the punchline of their era, a surprising number of them have endured the century or so, that separates their manufacture from 2026. This Facebook group celebrates the iconic automobile through vintage photographs, footage from classic car shows, invitations to Ford themed events and also, through shared memories. One of the many video clip shares Mr. Ford's connection to another iconic vehicle brand, a post about a mechanical workshop that includes a module on the T's engine and a calendar post that shows off the Ford company's now-defunct aircraft division. Bet you didn't know Ford made airplanes too! Many of the black and white photographs document the Model T's incredible versatility and the improvising ingenuity of its people.

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The gorgeous photo accompanying this blog post is used courtesy of Joe Ross of Lansing, Michigan via Wiki Commons. It can be found here:

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puzzle Lovers

Who doesn't love and hate the challenge of a jigsaw puzzle. There are the ones you do only once. They are so heartbreakingly beautiful, that you buy glue and a picture frame. Some are suspended halfway between composure and drama. Cats. Horsecarts and steam locomotives. Seasonal transitions that speak of continuity. Some inject colorful naivity into chilly winter days. There are mind-warping visual brain teasers. Dogs, cats, horses, stags and unicorns. A page out of a symphony. Astrological charts and world maps. So many Christmases (so little time). Charity shop edens that take shape piece by piece. Humorous holiday dioramas and mouthwatering treats. There's even an advent puzzle comprising of 25 different boxes of puzzle pieces. This was probably the best time to visit - as everyone was unpacking and showing off their festive season gifts and treasures.

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