Ann-Christine’s Angles challenge this week “speaks” to me in several ways. First, let’s look at the creative angle in architecture, photography, fine art, and street art. In this sense of the word, “angle” means a shift in perspective. Great creative artists are visionaries who show us a different way of looking at the world.
Architecture
Creativity arises from our ability to see things from many different angles.~Keri Smith
As some of you may know, I am a big fan of architecture and love to capture shots of dramatic structures, like this one in the Docklands area of Dublin. I admire the architect’s attention to detail–in choosing materials that reflect the sky and the surroundings. Even the placement of the windows at these angles is a carefully considered decision to maximize the aesthetic effect.
Photography
Fine Art
Good art is art that allows you to enter it from a variety of angles and to emerge with a variety of views.~Mary Schmich
When I visited the Baptistry in Florence several months ago, I was surprised that I could walk right in and view this treasure without waiting in line –unlike the Duomo just a dozen steps away. One glance at the 80-foot octagonal ceiling and I was mesmerized by the intricate mosaic design divided into rectangular sections featuring saints, deities, and angels. The artistry, detail, design, and golden hues created a divine cosmos glowing in a night sky. As I walked around the Baptistry, I shot dozens of images from different angles. That’s the hallmark of great art, isn’t it? To expose us to new ways of seeing and changing us in the process.
Street Art
Reality is like a face reflected in the blade of a knife; its properties depend on the angle from which we view it.~Hsing Yun
Sometimes street art hits our eyes like a lighting bolt out of the blue. That was the effect of this image taken on the streets of Melbourne earlier this year. I loved the vivid crayon-like design and colors, full of sharp but friendly angles.
All of us at Lens-Artists love our photo “conversations” with you as you create posts on the weekly themes. We hope you join us for Ann-Christine’s wonderfully creative Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #59: Angles. Remember to link your post to Ann-Christine’s post and tag it Lens-Artists to help us find it in the WP Reader.
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Next week, it’s Amy’s turn to lead the challenge, so be sure to visit her blog for her creative inspiration. As always, Amy, Tina, Ann-Christine, and I thank you for your support of our challenge!
Categories: Lens-Artists Photo Challenge, Photography
Angles very nicely covered here, Amy!
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Thanks so much, Sue.
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Oooooops, sorry, Patti! 😱
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No worries, Sue. I knew it was a typo. 🙂 🙂
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Phew!
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Pls. Find attachment
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A visually stunning set of images illustrating many different angles. Thank you.
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Thank you so much, Celia! You made my day!
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Superb response Patti, love the way you explored the various perspectives. Photos fab as always
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Many, many thanks, Tina. I’m so glad you enjoyed this. I felt the same way about your post! Enjoy your travels this week.
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You too Patti !
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Excellent coverage and photos, Patti! ” I shot dozens of images from different angles. That’s the hallmark of great art, isn’t it? To expose us to new ways of seeing and changing us in the process.” You could not have phrased it better – thank you! For my lacking in language you are the beacon. My favorite is…Docklands – but I love them all.
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Thank you too, Ann-Christine. Your thoughtful comments and reactions always make me feel good. I am always happy to hear that my words have had an impact. :).
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Always, Patti!
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Excellent post. Excellent shots.
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Thank you so much, Indira. :). Can you see I’m smiling??
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I can imagine, dear. 🙂
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Love reading your thoughts on this, Patti. Heading for my daughter in Nottingham. Have a happy week 😍💕
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Hi, Jo. It’s always great to hear from you. So you’re still in the UK. Enjoy your visit with your daughter. Thanks as always for your thoughtful comments.
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Well written and insightful 🙏
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You had a beautiful picture from Florence! If its OK, here is a link to my blog with some pictures of Florence. https://2017octoberinflorence.wordpress.com/
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Quite a narrative, Patti, in all angles. The street art is always a delight to see and surprises us. I heard recently that the truth has only one color while lies consist of different hues that we become mesmerize by it.
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Thank you so much, Perpetua. I really love what you wrote about the many “shades” of lies and one color for the truth. That’s a great way to look at it.
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I love your journey on this challenge. Profound and deep!
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Oh, thank you, Gracy! That’s wonderful to hear! I’m glad you liked it.
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Angles in Docklands is brilliant. Opening up new worlds is beautifully expressed in your photos, “the surprising angle” especially.
Every time I see your fabulous photos of Florence, I tell myself that I need to revisit the city. (Wonder if you watched the 60 minutes this morning? ) Thank you for the insights about the divisive political world.
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I meant cbs Sunday Morning…
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Hi, Amy. Wow. Thank you so much for your wonderful and generous thoughts on this post! I’m delighted that it resonated with you. Yes, Florence is calling to me again, too! I hope you do go back. It would be fun to meet you there next year! I didn’t see CBS Sunday Morning. I wish I had . Maybe I can find it online?
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I liked the street art you photographed in Australia. So vibrant!
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Isn’t it, SB? It really caught my eye.
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Wonderful captures Patti!!!
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Thank you very much, Paulo! I love to hear that!
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Really neat. I can feel these in my teeth for some reason. I too love architecture.
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Oh–you mean the street art “toothpicks?” I can understand that! I’m so glad you enjoyed them.
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Nice selection, especially enjoyed the image of the leaf.
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Hi, Sally. Thank you! I’m not surprised that you like the nature shot. :). :).
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Very thought provoking post, Patti and wonderful photos.
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Thank you so much, Wendy. I appreciate your positive feedback very much!
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Great selection and variety.
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Hi, John. I’m so glad you said that. I was aiming for a wide variety. Thanks very much!
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The photo from Dublin is really cool!!
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Thank you, Nora. I’m so glad you like that one. It’s a very cool building. :).
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The angles of the architecture in Docklands is amazing. The close up shot of the leaf warms my heart. Thank you for sharing all the angles, Patti!
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Many thanks, Miriam! I’m so glad those images resonated with you. That leaf is cheerful, isn’t it? I appreciate your visit and your thoughts.
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The photograph of the building in Dublin was exquisite. It made me go back to see whether my mind comprehended what my eyes saw . As usual your photos along with the post gave much to ponder upon, be it art or politics. A winner all the way !
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Thank you so much, Sheetal! You’ve given me a lot to smile about this morning! I really appreciate your thoughts on this.
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Wonderful set of images.
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Thank you so much, Su! I hope you join us this week.
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Great angels Patti 🙂
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Thank you so much, Brian. I was surprised how many angle shots I had in my files. Hope you’re posting, too.
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Yes but just one this time Patti 🙂
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Excellent angles, Patti! That ceiling in Florence is spectacular!
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Hi, Sue. It is spectacular. I still can’t get over the fact there was no line to see it. Amazing! Thanks for your thoughts. I always appreciate them.
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Love all of your angles, especially the graffiti.
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Thank you, iball…That graffiti really was “eye-catching!” Glad you like it too. Thanks for stopping by.
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I really enjoyed your interpretation this week on the many angles
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Many thanks, MM. I had fun with this one! Glad that came through in the post. :).
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Fabulous post. Not only lots of angles but lots of colours too 🙂
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Hi, Ms. Liz. Welcome! I’m glad that you stopped by. I appreciate your kind words. The colors in the street art really “grabbed” me, as well as all those sharp angles!
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A wonderfully eclectic selection of images.
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Thank you, Margaret! I appreciate your thoughts. I was aiming for eclectic! I’m glad that came through in the post. I hope you join us this week.
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Love how you’re making a statement with your quotes and photos of different genres of artistic expression (& politics). Sometimes a change of perspective can be inspiring. “If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” Loved your post, Patti. 🙂
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful response, Olga! I love that quote!
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Cool – you takes some cool angles on the angle – or, should that be angle on the angels?
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Thank you so much, AJ. 😄 Angles on Angles, indeed!!
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architectural wonders so well presented…amazing shots
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Many thanks, Anjum! I appreciate your kind words!
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Great shots!
The leaf is nicely pleasant and warm, and the ceiling captures depth quite well, I think.
Here’s mine for the week:
https://stupidityhole.wordpress.com/2019/08/22/station-frame/
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Thank you , SH! I appreciate your thoughts on this. Glad you joined us!
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Thank you , SH! I appreciate your thoughts on this. Glad you joined us!
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The quotes speak to me but I really enjoy the street art version of Ayers Rock
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love those angles!!!!
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Nice photos , thank you !
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