Welcome to Week 97 of the Tuesday Photo Challenge. Your contributions on last week’s theme of In My Life were outstanding, so I figured that I’d better come up with something interesting this week.
When thinking about this week, I came across this rather interesting image that I captured several years ago; it put a smile on my face and gave me an idea. The idea is that of Shape. Of course, you can use any kind of shape that you like for this week’s theme, but I would challenge you to find some shapes that catch the eye in an unusual way.
Have fun with this week and I’m looking forward to your contributions!
Here is particular shape….
Bunny Lake
This particular watery shape caught my eye, as a group of us photographers walked by it; out of the corner of my eye I noticed something, so I stopped and took a couple of steps back to capture this image! Bunnies are everywhere!
The full rules of this challenge are in TPC Guidelines, but here’s the tl;dr:
Create a pingback link to this post, so that I can create a post showing all of the submissions over the week (note: pingbacks may not appear immediately, as my site is set up to require approval for linking to it; helps against previous bad experiences with spamming)
Have fun creating something new (or sharing something old)!!
I’m looking forward to finding out what shapes you come across!
A Fresh Perspective
Photography is more than just a vehicle for capturing the world around me; it provides me with a palette and a set of brushes, with which I paint not only what I see, but also look to express the emotions that are evoked by the scene in front of me in that moment.
Growing up in the Netherlands exposed me to a wide cross-section of visual arts that laid the foundation of my photographic view of all that surrounds me. Early influences were the Dutch Masters of the 17th century, to whom I was introduced by my grandfather during museum explorations; favorites among them are the scenes of quotidian life depicted by Jan Steen and Frans Hals and the vivid landscapes of Jacob van Ruisdael.
My classical high school education was supplemented by the Boijmans Van Beuningen museum, where I spent many a lunch hour exploring its great collection. Here I was introduced to surrealism with a particular love for the approach taken by Salvador Dali; Dali also rekindled my appreciation for the work of Hieronymus Bosch, who often showed the folly of us mortals.
Universal Connections
My approach to any photographic subject is to look for understanding first; in this I look to establish either a connection between the viewer and the subject or capture the connection of the subject with its surroundings. The captured image then aims to portray this connection from a perspective that is part of my personal interpretation.
This interpretation is often a form of externalized introspection, which may alternately display the connection of isolated beings and items with their environment or highlight the whimsy of the profound world, in which we find ourselves. The universe is full of connections, many of which are waiting to be discovered; part of my journey as a photographer is to document these connections.
Any assignment, be it an event, a product shoot or a portrait session is always approached through communication with the client; this is where the first connection is established. Ideas are exchanged and a collaborative plan of action forms, ultimately resulting in a set of images that aim to exceed the expectations of each client.
And, lest we forget, it is important to have fun while practicing the serious business of photography!
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59 thoughts on “Tuesday Photo Challenge – Shape”
Interesting one this is Frank. Unusual one I have to go for this week 🙂
That’s a very creative photo Frank! Love it. I haven’t really participated in any of your challenges. Will try if I can create a photo worthy of this challenge.
I’m in, Frank! 🙂 Planning to take a photo or two tomorrow for #ForgivingFridays. Not sure exactly where I’m going with this, please keep it in your positivity. Thanks. Blessings, Debbie
Dutch goes the Photo! 
Interesting one this is Frank. Unusual one I have to go for this week 🙂
I am looking forward to seeing it!
Hello my friend
https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2018/02/20/franks-tuesday-photo-challenge-shape/
cloud watchers!
Thank you for a great challenge Frank and I love your image of the Bunny Lake! My contribution for this week is here: https://whippetwisdom.com/2018/02/20/haiku-shape-of-quietude/
Thank you, Xenia! I thought this one would be interesting.
What a wonderful idea for a challenge!
https://ceenphotography.com/2018/02/20/tuesday-photo-challenge-shape/
Thank you, Cee! Wonderful post!
I love this sensual shape of water. Stunning.
Thank you most kindly!
I must admit I got a bit carried away with my shapes. https://judydykstrabrown.com/2018/02/20/tpj-photo-challenge-shapes/
Hi Frank, your watery shape is very intriguing. Here is my entry for good physical shapes to do the hiking.
https://theshowerofblessings.wordpress.com/2018/02/20/tuesday-photo-challenge-good-shape/
Thnk you very much, Miriam! Really like your approach to this week’s theme!
Thank you, Frank, for an excellent flexible theme!
Glad you enjoyed it, Miriam!
Yes I did. Frank!
my entry: http://www.ostendnomadography.com/tuesday-photo-challenge-shape/
Nice one!
Hi Frank
Here are some green shapes for the Tuesday Photo Challenge
http://bushboy.blog/2018/02/21/green-shapes/
Fantastic shapes!
Thank you Frank 🙂
Wonderful capture. I didn’t see the bunny at first but now I can’t get it out of my mind.
Thank you very much!
Thanks for the inspiration to find shape in my photography!
https://theapplesinmyorchard.wordpress.com/2018/02/21/i-have-stars-in-my-eyes-my-entry-for-the-blog-photo-challenge-shape/
Glad you enjoyed it! Love your post for the theme.
Thanks!
Hi Frank, my second contribution for this week is here: https://whippetwisdom.com/2018/02/21/wordless-wednesday-a-face-in-the-crowd/
Another awesome one
Thank you Frank! ;o)
That’s a very creative photo Frank! Love it. I haven’t really participated in any of your challenges. Will try if I can create a photo worthy of this challenge.
Thank you! It would be great to have you join the fun!
I definitely will! 🙂
I’m in, Frank! 🙂 Planning to take a photo or two tomorrow for #ForgivingFridays. Not sure exactly where I’m going with this, please keep it in your positivity. Thanks. Blessings, Debbie
Have a lovely weekend, Frank 🙂
https://ladyleemanilablog.wordpress.com/2018/02/23/tuesday-photo-challenge-shape/
hi frank wonderful shape for the week theme, here is my entry for this challenge theme, https://wp.me/p2AvI7-2HX.
greetings robert
Thank you, Robert! Great shapes in your photos!
Looking good