Comment posted by John Clulow on April 15, 2013 at 11:40 AM
Wow! If I had this for lunch, I'd feel like I ate the Fibonacci Sequence
But seriously, it is indeed amazing to see how this pattern is replicated in nature, whether it is the seed pattern in the head of a sunflower, or a calulflower head, or a nautilus shell.
I like the square aspect ratio and the circular and diagonal lines formed by the shadows too.
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Comment posted by Scott Fricke on April 15, 2013 at 12:06 PM
Good catch on the Fibonacci Sequence John, I studied it quite a bit in Architecture School years ago. Might even make a great Weekly Challenge topic...
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Comment posted by Karen Kane on April 15, 2013 at 12:35 PM
Glad you grabbed this shot Scott - it's wonderful Never would have guessed it to be cauliflower.
For years, I've been intrigued by the various mathematical relationships in natural forms. Although fractals are my personal favorite, this image certainly epitomizes that fascination... thank you for sharing
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Comment posted by RL Potts on April 15, 2013 at 1:55 PM
This simple image is complex and works in so many different ways. Excellent choice on the depth of field. Too many folks try to flatten out an image like this. I like the way the florets become smaller as they recede into the horizon! Great pattern. Well-captured.
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Comment posted by Carolyn Derstine on April 15, 2013 at 4:00 PM
How cool! The beautiful designs to be found in nature can be so amazing. Your frame-filling close-up comp helps us see and appreciate the amazing designs in this unusual cauliflower. The DOF choice and lighting helps to accent all the ridges and textures. I think I would like the bug/dirt removed from the left side. . .a crop from the left may be a possibility. This beautiful and interestingly designed vegetable may even help motivate a child to "eat their veggies".
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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on April 17, 2013 at 10:40 PM
Never looked this close at a Cauliflower. Wow, I I think I'll head for the nearest store. Very neat and very well seen. I do wish for just a bit more dof so the tips in the bottom half were sharp.
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6 commentsBut seriously, it is indeed amazing to see how this pattern is replicated in nature, whether it is the seed pattern in the head of a sunflower, or a calulflower head, or a nautilus shell.
I like the square aspect ratio and the circular and diagonal lines formed by the shadows too.
For years, I've been intrigued by the various mathematical relationships in natural forms. Although fractals are my personal favorite, this image certainly epitomizes that fascination... thank you for sharing