Equine Art

Horses played a huge role in human history. One could almost say that they enabled it - as they shared their speed and mobility with humankind. Numerous works of art throughout various eras portray and include horses and what makes this group so interesting is the posts where equine art is used to illustrate little vignettes of social history. A peasant family moving house. A Dutch woman in costume. Mustangs repopulating the Americas with equines. Of course, not all of the art shared is of a strictly historical nature. There are also little ornaments, watercolors, charcoal studies, digital art, modern interpretations and permutations. If you love horses, take a moment to walk through this online gallery.

Members: 7.1k members.

Trigger warnings: None.

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Image Credit: Wiki Commons: Wind (Horses by a River) by Klavdiya Mikhaylova

CATTITUDE

 

Cat vs Vet

Cat vs A Packet of Lays

Cat vs Shrimp

Cat vs Spouse

Cat vs Gravity

Cat vs Christmas Tree

Cat vs Satellite Dish

Cat vs Rice Dish

Cat vs The Tiniest Gap Imaginable

Cat vs Whatever You Are Reading Right Now

Cat vs The front door, the back door, the kitchen door, the fridge door, the bathroom door, any friggin' door.

Cat vs A box of any size

Cat vs A random planter (empty or otherwise)

Cat vs The Litter Tray

Cat vs Mondays

Cat vs Bad memes

Cat vs Hooman who wants to get off the couch

Cat vs That thing on the edge

And there's lots more where that came from. It's a new year again and I hope that for you 2024 will be filled with gentle mischief and the cleverest cattitude. Need ideas? Be sure to follow the Facebook group called CATTITUDE for cats at rest and play, the cutest kittens, the bravest rescues and the most honorable of seniors.

Members: 27.1k, at the time of writing

Trigger Warnings: None

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Photo credit: Nalinkk (a.k.a Nalin Kounkroo) at Pixabay.

Board Game Revolution Community

There is something about the timeless appeal of board-games, especially over the holiday season, when many people have more time on their hands (and often, more potential players underfoot). And this is a great and welcoming space for sharing finds and favorites with other boardroom enthusiasts, sharing your experiences or asking for recommendations. This is a great space to share your love for old favorites, such as Incan Gold and Power Grid or your views on upcoming projects, such as Explorers of Navoria and Paw Duty. It's great for new discoveries or rekindling your love for old favorites. This Facebook group is a must for all board game enthusiasts. 

Members: 75k, at the time of writing.

Trigger Warnings: None.

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Gelli Printing for Newbies! Projects, Ideas, Suggestions

Gelli printing is a new-ish mono-printing technique that uses flexible printing plates to create a textured and multi-colored effect. It's lots of fun, and if you're about to get your fingers wet, this facebook group is a great space to look for support, encouragement and handy tips for first timers. There's also plenty of shared work, to take inspiration from. You can ask for advice, or discuss techniques or materials. Go through the media to look for ideas on how to utilize your creations into functional items, such as greeting cards. There are also links and posts about available resources. 

Members: 5.4k, at the time of writing.

Trigger Warnings: None.

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Birds with Threatening Auras

As any Hitchcock fan might tell you, it's at your own peril that you ignore the potential threat of Birds and their ilk. In this Facebook group, you will meet a colorful cast of feathered fiends, ranging from birds who turn their beaks to kleptomaniac pursuits, and waterfowl that don't tolerate intruders in their ponds. There are memes and cartoons. Footage of birds that use photo-bombing to intimidate. Real life angry birds. And speculation about the true intelligence of crows, of course.  

Members: 461,7k, at the time of writing

Trigger Warnings: Not for persons with ornithophobia.

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Rivendell: The Last Homely House of the Noldor

To anyone who's ever read The Hobbit for the first time (as I did in 8th grade), you will remember that special moment of magic when Bilbo Baggins first arrives in Rivendell. The moment is echoed later in The Fellowship of the Ring, when a desperately wounded Frodo finds refuge from the Black Riders in the Last Homely House and is healed by Elrond, its master. Rivendell occupies such a central place in the world of Middle Earth and that's why this has to be one of the most welcoming names any Facebook group for Tolkien fans can have. There are many, many gorgeous images of elven beauty, most of this in fan or fantasy art, rather than images from the Peter Jackson movies. There are also quotes and tales of elven lore and I detected one serious discussion concerning the shape of elven ears. As it should be, elves are at the heart of this beautiful community. 

Members: 8.7k, at the time of writing.

Trigger Warnings: None. 

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BANKSY

 Banksy is the world's most iconic street artist. With his distinctive stenciled images, his often canny use of environmental elements and relentless social commentary on culture, society, politics, and the behavior of authority figures, he has remained relevant over a career spanning more than 20 years. His work aptly documents the zeitgeist of this era and part of his allure is caught up in the continued mystery surrounding his identity. This Facebook group shares not only the numerous works he created, but also explores Banksy-related events and news. There are discussions about the verification process and even here and there, works by related artists. It is a great space for discovering new Banksy works or revisiting old ones. 

Members: 1.7 million, at the time of writing.

Trigger Warnings: Political commentary

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Image credit: Wiki Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Banksy_-_Sweep_at_Hoxton.jpg)