October Photography Competition - "Pattern"
Discussion
The theme for the October competition is:
"Pattern"
As always you can be as flexible as desired to interpret this. Would be interesting to see a diverse set of entries on whether we find patterns in nature, man made, large, small, macro, built environment, or chaotic.
I think nice to also have a brief sentence or two on the context / thinking / emotion / motivation at the time.
Although I did not do this previously, I think as C&C mentioned in the September competition, it would be interesting/helpful to see a note indicating what camera, lens, ISO, shutter speed, and aperture were used.
Good luck everyone.
Rules:
The photos taken must be your own work and can be taken at anytime, but please get out with your gear if you have time.
The competition will run from the first to the last day of the month.
The winner from the previous month decides on the topic for the following month and judges it at the end of the month.
Entries and discussion on this single thread, please.
All entrants acknowledge that they may indeed win and that their adherence to convention ensures everyone else's continued fun.
Photos entered can be as large as you like, although bear in mind if too large, it may not be possible to see the whole image on some screens. Links to larger versions are permissible.
"Pattern"
As always you can be as flexible as desired to interpret this. Would be interesting to see a diverse set of entries on whether we find patterns in nature, man made, large, small, macro, built environment, or chaotic.
I think nice to also have a brief sentence or two on the context / thinking / emotion / motivation at the time.
Although I did not do this previously, I think as C&C mentioned in the September competition, it would be interesting/helpful to see a note indicating what camera, lens, ISO, shutter speed, and aperture were used.
Good luck everyone.
Rules:
The photos taken must be your own work and can be taken at anytime, but please get out with your gear if you have time.
The competition will run from the first to the last day of the month.
The winner from the previous month decides on the topic for the following month and judges it at the end of the month.
Entries and discussion on this single thread, please.
All entrants acknowledge that they may indeed win and that their adherence to convention ensures everyone else's continued fun.
Photos entered can be as large as you like, although bear in mind if too large, it may not be possible to see the whole image on some screens. Links to larger versions are permissible.
Good to see the submissions coming in.
Vintage Racer said:
I guess this covers Nature, Macro & Built Environment..........early morning dew!
Nikon D500, Nikon 70-200f4. - 135mm, 1-160th, f11, ISO 1100
DSC_1187_00032 by Glynn Hobbs, on Flickr
We had a spider outside a window at home in the middle of knitting a similar web and setup a time lapse video on the iPhone to catch it at work. Very industrious how quickly they make it whilst ‘spinning’ the webbing. Quite fascinating. Nikon D500, Nikon 70-200f4. - 135mm, 1-160th, f11, ISO 1100
DSC_1187_00032 by Glynn Hobbs, on Flickr
rst99 said:
I was about to ask if that is a macro of a cheese grater 
...then I read the Hydro car park reference.Hi - sorry about the delay!
Some really good entries made it tough to chose the best shots. I think there are plenty of potential winners and different judges would come to a different answer...however, here is mine.
The shortlist...
EOS 5D IV, 24-70 F2.8, 1/125 F5Pattern, patterns everywhere. In some ways a simple snap, however the ordering of the slats and the reflection on the people really worked for the theme of the month
So....unfortunately there has to be a winner....and in this instance the joint runners up are Halls of Steel and Dragonfly Wing (either of these could have been the winner)
.....however, the real winner is Top Banana's field of heroes. I do not think I am just following the obvious sympathetic picture - it happens to be the picture that also stirs the emotions, and makes you realise when the crosses were laid, someone was thinking of the consistent pattern of a military structure, and the consistent pattern of heroes where everyone is an equal contributor - a social and military pattern.
Well done to Top Banana and to all the people who made a submission.
Over to you Top Banana...
Some really good entries made it tough to chose the best shots. I think there are plenty of potential winners and different judges would come to a different answer...however, here is mine.
The shortlist...
Vintage Racer said:
I guess this covers Nature, Macro & Built Environment..........early morning dew!
Nikon D500, Nikon 70-200f4. - 135mm, 1-160th, f11, ISO 1100
DSC_1187_00032 by Glynn Hobbs, on Flickr
Nature's pattern. Loved this one and it was in the lead for much of the month. Combination of nature, spider's pattern, the dew, bokeh - cool shot.Nikon D500, Nikon 70-200f4. - 135mm, 1-160th, f11, ISO 1100
DSC_1187_00032 by Glynn Hobbs, on FlickrRDMcG said:
EOS 5D IV, 24-70 F2.8, 1/125 F5
Voldemort said:
The Hall of Steel, Royal Armouries - https://royalarmouries.org/visit-us/royal-armourie...
Nikon D5300, Nikkor AF-S DX VR 18-200, ISO450 18mm f/5.6 1/125
Stealing patterns. This was a very pleasing shot. The b&w image giving a vintage feel to the subject - yet the photo has a modern 'camera obscura' of the mirror sculpture through which one views the armoury. Nikon D5300, Nikkor AF-S DX VR 18-200, ISO450 18mm f/5.6 1/125
Dan_1981 said:
Wibbly wobbly diamond. This shot intrigues the viewer and pulls them into the picture. The reflections of the tank creating a perfect globe pattern, yet the random jelly fishes giving it a more chaotic touch.CandC said:
Had a couple of days away this weekend, so was on the lookout for patterns.
There was a pond near a large mill (converted to holiday apartments) near where we were staying which formed a striking pattern.
I particularly liked the wooden ducks in the windows, mirroring the live duck on the pond.
Canon 5D mark 3, EF24-105mm f/4L lens.
ISO: 800
Shutter: 1/200th second
Aperture: f8
Focal length: 105mm
3O2A1245 by conradsphotos, on Flickr
Reflective symmetry. This is a kind of shot I will frequently try to take of patterns in the built environment. However the reflection on the rippled water adds a touch of welcome distortionThere was a pond near a large mill (converted to holiday apartments) near where we were staying which formed a striking pattern.
I particularly liked the wooden ducks in the windows, mirroring the live duck on the pond.
Canon 5D mark 3, EF24-105mm f/4L lens.
ISO: 800
Shutter: 1/200th second
Aperture: f8
Focal length: 105mm
3O2A1245 by conradsphotos, on FlickrDibblyDobbler said:
Good work so far everybody - glad I am not judging this 
My effort
Dragonfly Wing with Pterostigma by Mike Smith, on Flickr
The pterostigma (plural: pterostigmata) is a group of specialized cells in the outer wings of insects, which are often thickened or coloured, and thus stand out from other cells. It is particularly noticeable in dragonflies, but present also in other insect groups.
The purpose of the pterostigma, being a heavier section of the wing in comparison to nearby sections, is to assist in gliding. Without the pterostigma, self-exciting vibrations would set in on the wing after a certain critical speed, making gliding impossible.
Balancing weights. This is a super cool shot hitting so many points - Pattern in nature, physical wing design, macro photography, etc. Opening up a world that is typically beyond the normal lazy eyeMy effort
Dragonfly Wing with Pterostigma by Mike Smith, on Flickr
The pterostigma (plural: pterostigmata) is a group of specialized cells in the outer wings of insects, which are often thickened or coloured, and thus stand out from other cells. It is particularly noticeable in dragonflies, but present also in other insect groups.The purpose of the pterostigma, being a heavier section of the wing in comparison to nearby sections, is to assist in gliding. Without the pterostigma, self-exciting vibrations would set in on the wing after a certain critical speed, making gliding impossible.
Top Banana said:
bit of a last minute entry from me....but seems appropriate with Remembrance Day not to far off...
A field of heroes (B&W).. by jon bawden, on Flickr
5 second long exposure taken at Madingley American cemetery near Cambridge with Pentax K3 and Tamron 17-50 f2.8 lens.
Lest we forget. As Top Banana mentions above, a very poignant shot at a remembering time of year. The rows of hero markers, the curve, the regularity, the moody sky, the sombre subject, the sadness of many a family, the sacrifice of many a hero. Oh boy.A field of heroes (B&W).. by jon bawden, on Flickr5 second long exposure taken at Madingley American cemetery near Cambridge with Pentax K3 and Tamron 17-50 f2.8 lens.
So....unfortunately there has to be a winner....and in this instance the joint runners up are Halls of Steel and Dragonfly Wing (either of these could have been the winner)
.....however, the real winner is Top Banana's field of heroes. I do not think I am just following the obvious sympathetic picture - it happens to be the picture that also stirs the emotions, and makes you realise when the crosses were laid, someone was thinking of the consistent pattern of a military structure, and the consistent pattern of heroes where everyone is an equal contributor - a social and military pattern.
Well done to Top Banana and to all the people who made a submission.
Over to you Top Banana...
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