Many of us live our lives within the city, therefore all around us are the buildings we use for protection from the environment, creating another world. Straight lines are common in designs. For me as a photographer the patterns and shadows from these straight lines present interesting subjects. I attempt to crop out as much interference as I can to keep the focus on these lines and shadows. I attempt to simplify, using the lines to hold the viewer. In nature we do the same thing with the curves a beach, a grove of trees, a flight pattern of geese, a field of dandelions.
11 Comments
Ken Bello
I like the way these are reduced to simple graphics, Monte. Very nice.
Monte Stevens
Sometimes I get it right. 🙂
Tom Dills
Wow, love these. We may start calling you Shadow Master!
Monte Stevens
Not sure I agree with “Master.” I think I’m getting to where I see the shadows differently than in the past. If take the time to compose the scene, then I can have a better chance of getting a few keepers.
Chris Klug
These are just WONDERFUL! My goodness, Monte!
Monte Stevens
Coming from you, that is quite the complement. Thanks, Chris!
Chris Klug
Well, I’m a sucker for abstract, and these are just great examples of that style.
Paul
I’d have to agree with Chris, simply wonderful, Monte. Very nice, indeed!
Monte Stevens
And, thank you, Paul. I also take that as a great compliment.
Mark
Very, very nice Monte. These are both quite interesting.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Mark!