Regardless of where patterns and textures appear, designs of intertwined networks await the discerning photographer to capture, isolate and turn into works of art. Many factors come into play that dictate whether or not the photographer should contemplate aiming his or her lens at a subject that catches the eye. Does the pattern itself convey symmetry? Are textures significant? Will it work in both color and black and white or will one voice have more impact? Last week, we learned about incorporating nature’s shapes and lines in your photography. Now, in part 2, we’ll cover patterns and texture, and whether black and white or color is a better choice in certain situations.
Patterns
Interesting patterns are everywhere. From close-ups on the side of a boulder to the bark of a tree, patterns can be extracted. Whenever like colors, shapes, lines or textures are repeated in specific or even random intervals, the potential to make successful pattern photographs exists.
