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WILD ANA CROW

Iberian Animism & Leathercraft

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If you believe there has been an evolution from "l If you believe there has been an evolution from "less evolved prehistoric human beings" to us, consider re-evaluating that belief. We have been conditioned to believe we are the pinnacle of evolution, however, that myth hurts our relationship with our own roots as well as with the other-than-human community.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Our Ancestors were extraordinary. This much I know.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #stoneage #caveart #folkmagic #livingwild #ancestors #paleoart #prehistory #animismo #backtotheroots #lascaux #wildanacrow #witchessociety #iceageart #paleolithic #pagansofinstagram #arterupestre #prehistoricart #antepassados #petroglyph #ritual #ancientwisdom #animist #auroch #mesolithic #shamanism #wildhorses #ancestors #animistsofinstagram #paganritual #aurochs
Today is "Dia da Espiga" in Portugal! That means g Today is "Dia da Espiga" in Portugal! That means going out into the fields around midday - the magical hour - to collect poppy, daisies, grapevine, cereal ears, rosemary and olive tree branches, all in odd numbers. . Each plant has a specific symbolism. Poppy brings us love, daisies money, cereal ears brings us bread on the table and so on. There’s a relationship between Humans, these Plants and the Sun that is special and sacred, and the best part? It still exists today. . I love this custom because it celebrates the beauty of Spring and helps us send out our wishes and hopes for the future through our connection to the Other-than-Humans. This is one of the traditions that I'd include in what I call "Iberian Animism" because it is reminiscent of an ancient way of relating with the other-than-humans that places them in the center. . It is also a folk tradition that can serve as a foundation to help us relearn and remember how to respectfully engage with all the other amazing beings we inhabit this Land with. . If you're interested in learning more, you can read the full blog post in my website (link in bio). I go in more detail about the plant's symbolism and the tradition as a whole. I hope you enjoy it! ♥️ . Second image: postal card from the XIX century, painting by Alfredo Moraes (1872-1971) . . . . #wildanacrow #diadaespiga #portuguesetradition #iloveportugal #pagantraditions #druidry #wheeloftheyear #animistsofinstagram #portuguesefolklore #paganrites #folkmagic #ancienttraditions #oldeurope #ancientrite #folktradition #ancestors #earthwitch #naturewitch #darkphotography #quintafeiradaascensão #animism #otherthanhuman #redpoppy #olivetree #daisies #grapevine #rosemary
Have you ever wondered how to make the most delici Have you ever wondered how to make the most delicious Elderflower Cordial in the whole world? Like, seriously, THAT delicious, you will have to control yourself to not drink all the bottles in one go (ok, just kidding... sort of... 😆😋) . If you're curious to know more, I've shared this Elderflower Cordial recipe in my blog (link in bio), in case you'd like to give it a try! And if you do, please don't forget to share your experience with me over here ♥️ eheh . Really hope you enjoy it! Have a beautiful day 🌞 . P.S. Thank you @pedromrcipriano for helping me collect the elderflowers ♥️ . . . . #elderflower #elderflowercordial #foragedfood #seasonalfood #inseasonnow #elderflowers #elderflowersyrup #xaropedesabugueiro #sabugueiro #wildfood #sambucusnigra #springrecipes #wildanacrow #wilddrinks #floralsyrup #wildfoodlove #seasonalliving #forageandfeast #springrecipes #plantassilvestres #plantascomestiveis #wildrecipes #seasonalflowers #localflowers #natureconnection
Oaks (Quercus sp.) have been inhabiting Iberia for Oaks (Quercus sp.) have been inhabiting Iberia for millions of years. The other day I was reading this book all about Oak Woodlands in Iberia, and it said that Oaks started living here since about 5-3 Ma ago, about the same time our Australopithecus Ancestors were also around. That's a long time.⁠ .⁠ Before Wheat arrived here, it was Oak's Acorns - Bolota - that fed my Ancestors. They are such giving trees... they offer food, shelter, shade, bark, ink, a fresher and fire-resistant microclimate and plenty of beauty, comfort and love... they give amazing hugs too. And the way they twist their arms up towards the sky makes my heart skip a beat sometimes.⁠ .⁠ There aren't many places where I feel as good as in the midst of a Oak Woodland. And there are very few things that make me happier than placing an acorn in the soil and see her grow.⁠ .⁠ Oaks are ancient Ancestors of this Land, holding memories and wisdom, and caring for many other beings just like a loving grandmother. My biggest wish is that more Portuguese people remember their deep relationship with this tree and act to not only protect the last native woodland areas of our country, but also to help the reforestation of abandoned and burned land. ⁠ .⁠ Sowing seeds of hope inside my heart and around me... I love you, Oak.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #iberiananimists #oaks #bringhumansoutside #treetherapy #animism #naturetherapy #oaktrees #treecanopy #wildanacrow #animistsofinstagram #treesarefriends #moody_nature #sacredplace #darknature #forestbathing #outinnature #natureismytherapy #animist #biophilia #rewilding #ancestralwisdom #pagansofinstagram #morethanhuman #treebrilliance #carvalho #natureismychurch #outdoortherapy #oaktree #awalkinthewoods #ancientwoodland
Broom is a magical plant in Portugal. On the 1st o Broom is a magical plant in Portugal. On the 1st of May, many villages wake up to doors and windows decorated with bouquets of broom in flower, called "Maias". . Some people relate this tradition to Catholic stories, such as Jesus' escape do Egypt. Others say that the act of putting broom on doors, windows and bolts is to keep "mau olhado" or evil eye away. And others believe it's a celebration of Spring, fertility and the full bloom and splendor of Nature. . Indeed, in some places of Portugal, there's still the (I believe almost extinct) tradition of choosing one little boy - "Maio Moço" - to be covered in broom branches and flowers (second photo). Then, together with other young people, they roam around the village dancing and singing songs of May and chestnuts. . There are 6 broom species in continental Portugal, 5 of them with yellow flowers. Thus, it's more common to see Maias with yellow broom flowers. Unfortunately I'm not in the position of fulfilling the tradition this year (hence the not very specific pic 😅)... hopefully next year. . There are many other ways of celebrating Maias in Portugal, from dressing up girls in white clothes and flowers to making straw dolls that keep away thunders and storms, all connected with this time of the year. . I've been learning about quite many traditions of different parts of my country I hadn't even heard of before! How beautiful to find out about this ancient rites still performed today that celebrate fertility, abundance, beauty and all the potential of the Spring and Summer ahead. . QUESTION: Any rituals you know of related with broom where you come from? Share them bellow! . P.S. Did you know people used to make brooms out of... broom? eheh It's a dream of mine to make my own "giesta" broom one of these days ♥️ one more thing for my to do list 😄 . 2nd photo: Terra Mater . . . #wildanacrow #maypole #beltane #portuguesetradition #iloveportugal #pagantraditions #druidry #wheeloftheyear #animistsofinstagram #portuguesefolklore #paganrites #folkmagic #ancienttraditions #broom #oldeurope #ancientrite #mayday #walpurgisnacht #folktradition #ancestors #maias #giestas #earthwitch #naturewitch #darkphotography
RITE TO KEEP THE SPIRITS AWAY || The other day I w RITE TO KEEP THE SPIRITS AWAY || The other day I was reading a book about the relationship between humans and plants in Portugal and came across an extremely interesting ritual that dates back to at least Ancient Rome. Lemuria festival was held in the beginning of May during which rites were performed to appease and keep away from home any spirits of the deceased ones. The rite goes something like this: . At midnight, the father of the family would get up from bed and silently walk barefoot to the spring. On his way, he would snap his fingers regularly to keep spirits away. At the spring, he would wash his hands 3 times and then start throwing black fava beans over his shoulder, while muttering "with these beans, I redeem myself and my loved ones". He would repeat this 9 times without ever looking back in order to not scare away the spectrum that was coming after him picking up the fava beans. Then, he would drink water once or twice, knock on a brass pot and repeat 9 times "spirits of the Ancestors, go away". . I found it curious that this ancient rite might be related to many other rituals still practised today in Portugal. It seems there was this perception that spirits were particularly active during the month of May. . What other May rituals do you know of that are perhaps performed in your own country with the intention of keeping the spirits away? Do let me know in the comment section bellow if you know of any ♥️ . Photo taken at Serra da Estrela, Portugal . . . . #pagansofinstagram #animistsofinstagram #portuguesetradition #iberianpeninsula #iloveportugal #pagantraditions #folkculture #wheeloftheyear #wildanacrow #portuguesefolklore #paganrites #folkmagic #ancienttraditions #oldgods #oldeurope #ancientrite #beltane #mayday #folktradition #ancestors #ancientrome
Learning with the Plant teachers 🌿 Plaintain (T Learning with the Plant teachers 🌿 Plaintain (Tanchagem), Sow Thistle (Serralha), Stinging Nettle (Urtiga), Vetch (Ervilhaca), Menta (Hortelã) and Cleavers (Amor-de-hortelão ou... Agarra-saias 😄)⠀ .⠀ So grateful for Alexandra Azevedo's books on wild plants and fruits of Portugal, I've been learning so much! .⠀ Also so grateful to @amongblossoms' herbal tips and @wildawakeireland's online plant walks ❤️ it's so good to be surrounded by such cool people eheh 😊⠀ .⠀ Under the plants, you can see a glimpse of our kitchen table towel, covered in love notes and folk art based on the tradition of "lenços dos namorados" from the Minho region in Portugal. ⠀ .⠀ Traditionally, women would create embroidered handkerchieves with love notes to give to their valentines. If the man would accept to walk around with the handkerchief, then the relationship was official. ⠀ .⠀ Every time we use this towel, I end up reading all the love notes all over again... it's like a love spell ❤️⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #wildanacrow #learnyourland #wildplants #plantassilvestres #naturezacomestivel #plantassilvestrescomestiveis #foodforfree #wildfood #wildfoodlove #edibleflowers #edibleplants #rewildyourlife #animism #ancestralskills #livingwild #traditionalskills #backtotheroots #prehistoricskills #greenwitchcraft #animistsofinstagram #wilderfolk #folkmagic #paganismo #animist #plantasportugal #folkart
❂ Charcoal & Thorns | My Handpoked Tattoos ❂ I ❂ Charcoal & Thorns | My Handpoked Tattoos ❂ I’ve always loved to adorn my body and many times I questioned if I should ever get a tattoo. I would ask myself if there was really any image or symbol I loved that much I’d like it to be tattooed on my skin, but for many years the answer was just a simple no. However, everything changed when I visited Font de Gaume Cave a few years ago. . Visiting that cave marked me in ways I can’t really explain in words. And when I first saw the tectiform on those cave walls, I had a vision of that symbol tattooed on my left wrist. So I knew I had to do it. . Later on, while researching even more about Ice Age symbols, the penniform called me too but I wasn't sure why. Further meditation helped me understand both their meanings... the tectiform connected me to the Ancestors and the Hearth, while the Penniform was linked to my Womanhood and my relationship with myself. . Personally, the act of tattoing both of these symbols was very sacred to me, so I knew I had to find the right tattoo artist and the most natural and ancient of all methods. I couldn't be happier when @hanniairikka accepted to be my tattoo artist. The tattoos were handpoked on my skin with Hawthorn thorns. The ink was made out of charcoal created from Oak and Cork Tree wood from my home land. . I wrote a long blog post about my charcoal tattoos, including my reasons for getting them, their meanings and how I feel about them two months later, plus a couple of extra pics. If it interests you, you can check it out by clicking on the link in my bio. . Really hope you enjoy it! Much love ♥ . . . . . #wildanacrow #handpoke #ancestors #handpoked #livinghistory #animism #animistsofinstagram #stoneage #machinefreetattoo #handpoketattoo #charcoaltattoo #prehistorictattoo #archaictattoo #sacredtattoo #archaic #iceagesymbols #stoneagetattoo #charcoalink #caveart #cavearttattoo #paleolithictattoo #womenwhorunwiththewolves #sacredfeminine #handmadeclothing #sheepskinshawl #hidetannersofinstagram #womenhidetanning #leatherworking #greenwitch #sheepskincollar
 

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