Photographing Patterns Patterns make dynamic photographs and are found in nature as well as the man made world. Always look out for interesting shapes, curves, lines which may form a pleasing shot when framed by the camera. Often repeated objects make a good photo. An example is the seaside beach hut, on its own not much more than a shed, but when a number are lined up in a row and painted in bright colours they form an interesting repetitive pattern. There are many possibilities for subjects including trees, hedges, fences, flowers, telegraph poles, houses, leaves, the list is endless. Contrasting colour, attractive lighting can all help to give greater impact. With landscapes the lens may have to be set at telephoto to isolate the pattern, it could be the hills disappearing into the distance under a covering of mist or a line of trees by a lake. Patterns can be found everywhere and can be used to add interest to your subject. The advantage of digital photography is the ability to take as many shots as required, so experiment and see what you can achieve. |
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