This week, Patti is looking at Shapes and Designs as the theme for the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge. I suspect that, much like snowflakes and humans, no two creatures of any one species are exactly the same. We are all different. Every one of us unique in our own way, according to nature’s design.
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Fantastic captures. I have to say I love the zebra. You positions yourself head on. Thats hard to do. I always have a side view of the zebra from our zoo. They seem to just want to go about their business. Very nice, and great picks for the prompt. Donna
Thank you, Donna! I was very pleased to get that view of the zebra as most of my earlier shots have always been from the side too. It’s funny how animals in the zoo always seem to know when you’re trying to take a picture and present the least appealing aspect (usually their rear end).
haha. True that. I definitely noticed the perfect shot!
The capture ,it’s clearly idicates how nature is beautiful when we take good care of it
Yes, all these animals, especially the ones at Brookfield Zoo are very well cared for. Thank you for stopping by and commenting.
Well that about sums it up, doesn’t it Sue?! Excellent testimony to the design expertise of Mother Nature!
Thank you, Tina! Nature certainly is a varied and wonderful thing.
Another challenge met triumphantly. A brilliant set of images.
Thanks, Tom!
These are gorgeous, Sue. I saw you visits again today and realized I haven’t seen a post from you for ages. Evidently I was “unfollowed “ somehow but I just re-followed. Gotta love WordPress. 😳
Thank so much for stopping by. It’s good to see you here again.
Beautiful examples.
Thank you so much!
You photographed wonderful natural designs, Sue!!
Many thanks, Indira!
Nature at it’s best!
So many wonderful designs and shapes in the world of nature.
Oh yes! So many!
Fabulous photos of lovely creatures. Thanks, Sue.
Thank you so much, Isabella.
Fabulous, Sue! And true…I love then all, and zebras, but this time I think the frog gets my final vote!
Many thanks, Ann-Christine. The frog was a lucky find and he stayed still long enough for me to get a clear shot before he hopped away.
Amazing colours too.
Wonderful photographs capturing the amazing variety of patterns in nature- a real treasure trove for all to enjoy and reflect on the wonder of nature. Absolutely brilliant photos…all my favourites!
Thank you so much, Marianne! This was a good opportunity for me to share some of the pictures that I might not otherwise have used.
I like your twist on the topic Sue. Mother Nature rules!!
Thank you, Anne! So many shapes and designs in nature to choose from.
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So many beautiful creatures there, Sue. You really have done them justice. Awesome photo of that African hunting dog. I really love them.
Thank you, Tracy! I had to go back quite a few years in the photo files to find a usable picture of the African hunting dog. They nearly always seem to be curled up in the furthest corner of the enclosure when I see them at the zoo these days. They are fascinating creatures with their gaudy patterns.
Beautifully captured! So excellent thank you for sharing 👍🙂💓
Many thanks, Priti.
My pleasure 👍🙂💓
Sue, I enjoyed seeing such a wonderful selection of designs and shapes!
Thank you so much, Sylvia.
This is a wonderful collection of nature’s designs. Just lovely. Is that a hyena in the middle of your collection? What a striking design!!
Thanks, Patti! It’s called an African painted dog and every one has a different pattern.
Ahh….truly a startling pattern!
Wowww. Beautiful. Best of show. 👍
Many thanks, John!