Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Data Prison

Well it's the end of the month and the end of the Textures and Patterns theme. Above is macro shot of one of my many many memory cards. And finally here are the answers for the second half of this month: 9/15 Divot Tool, 9/16 Quarters, 9/17 Beard trimmer, 9/18 Razor, 9/19 Window Blinds, 9/20 Side of a magazine, 9/21 Toothbrush, 9/22 Side of a match box, 9/23 Hanging wire, 9/24 Grip of a Maglite, 9/25 Speaker grate, 9/26 Box grater, 9/27 Grip on my razor, 9/28 One of the focusing rings on my point and shoot, and 9/29 my camera strap. How well did you do?

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 1.3 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Red State / Blue State

The month, and this theme, is almost over. Only one more day of textures and patterns and I'm going to miss this theme. But all good things must come to an end. So with endings in mind, I decided to photograph something from my photographic beginnings. It is a weaved (don't know the name of that weave) cloth product. It is part of my camera gear and plays are very important role. Until tomorrow's grand finale (with answers for the second half of the month), Good Luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 4.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Rays

Since I won't be seeing any rays of sunshine for a couple days (stupid tropical depression/soon-to-be tropical storm) figured I take a bright yellow/gold picture. Ok, the object is not actually gold, it just took a bit of a gold tint because of the lighting in the room, it is actually silver colored. The part of the object I photographed is round and chances are you probably have one (yours may not have these markings). Good Luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/7.1, 8.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Get a Grip

Sometimes we all need to a get a grip on things. This object does allow me to get a grip on at least one aspect of life, but which aspect is it? Here some hints about the object. Clearly it has ribs on it, more than are shown above. It has a rubbery texture and feel. It is only used with one hand. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/7.1, 3.2 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Polyps

No movie reference today... I'll have to try harder tomorrow. Tough to come up with some hints for this one without giving it away. Clearly it is metal with lots of little indents with holes in the middle. Uhh.... my sister should know what this one is. Yeah, that's all I got. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/7.1, 0.4 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Cell Blocks

It's grey, it's metal, and it's NOT a window screen. It's bigger and thicker than a window screen. Now how much bigger and thicker, well that I'm not telling ya. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/4.5, 0.6 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Diamonds are Forever

Woah, first a Conan reference and now a James Bond reference! I'm on fire!! Watch Ian Fleming's estate sue me now... This picture, like the last one, is made of metal. There is a reoccurring pattern of diamond like shapes that add a 3D texture to this item. This item is pretty big, this shot is not as macro as some of the previous shots. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/14, 30.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

The Riddle of Steel

This picture is for Thursday, September 24th. Sorry for the delay posting this on guys. Between the highly recommended school "data chats" at Blue Martini and the Canes game last night I didn't get home in time to post a this picture, but here it is! Woo, Conan reference!! Now this picture is clearly made of intertwined metal strands, but what is it? Don't get hung up on it, okay?

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/2.8, 0.8 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Hexagonal

Sorry if this is a short one but I was in a brain sucking meeting all day without, I literally feel so much stupider than when I woke up this morning... Hints - it's got a rough texture, it has a continuous pattern of red hexagons, and be careful if you strike it.

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/5.6, 1.3 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Kryptonite Garden

Yep, that's right, I'm growing Kryptonite crystals! And in different colors! I will post a punnett square later showing you the different genotypes (and their corresponding phenotypes ) so you can grow you own at home. Hints - there are long strands in multiple colors, you should definitely have one of your own, and they come in many different colors. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/18, 13.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Streaks

No, my camera did not tweak out and go old school scrambled cable channel on me. This is the picture. The object has a whole lot of layers to it, with many different color. You probably have a few around your house. No more hints or this one will become way to easy.

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/8, 2.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Countershading

Countershading is a form a camouflage where an animal is dark on top and lighter colored on the bottom. This object is also exhibits this form of coloring, but it is clearly out in the open. It is also made of wood and has a string running through it (clearly...). Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/10, 1/15th sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Rows

And back on schedule, so lets get some hints out there. It come in rows, 5 to be exact. This is one is worn down and beaten up. I don't like it (the object, not the picture). Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/10, 1.3 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Waves (Friday, September 17)

Sorry for the late post, was out most of yesterday. So on to the hints. Clearly it is made of metal. It has repeating rows of metal spines with smaller row behind them. It cuts things. Good Luck.

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/5, 0.6 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Ridged

Yes, "ridged" is a word for those of you who will ask. And yes, I meant to use "ridged" and not "rigid" for the rest of you who will ask. So we clearly have four sections. Each section has some ridges in various states of wear. There appears to be some kind of chemical reaction which tarnished each section. I'll give ya a dollar if you can guess this one, good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel Ti1 at f/13, 13.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Round and Round

Half way through the month and I've really been enjoying this one. So before I give you the answers from the first half of this month let's do some hints for this one. Clearly it is round, and made of metal. There is a circle within another circle. And I use this to repair damage that I cause. Good luck!

Okay, here we go, answer key for photos 1 -14: 1. Pillow 2. Painting (One of Mom's with sailboats) 3. Golf Towel 4. Glass from bathroom window (Pattern 62) 5. Cufflink 6. Cufflink 7. drawer knob 8. Lint brush 9. Thimble (side) 10. Sneaker 11. Thimble (top) 12. Spool of thread 13. Ratchet (handle) 14. Watch band - So how did you do??

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/5, 2.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Links

Ya'all know how much I like shiny, reflective things! You get to see little bit of my office in the reflection. Ok here some hints: 1. It's metallic (duh) 2. It is definitely well worn, as is evident by all the scuff marks 3. I am totally mentally lost without it. Good Luck!!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/18, 25.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

In - N- Out

I was going to do any easy one for today, but what fun would that be?!?! As for some hints. It is clearly made out of metal. It is hard to tell from the picture but this object is cylindrical, hence the cool in and out optical illusion. And the last hint, it's a tool. Make sure to check back on the 15th for answers to the first half of the month.

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/18, 15.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Green Bale

Here's an easy one for Sunday. It's green, it's small, and it's used to patch things. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/6.3, 2.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Waffle

It's metallic, got itself a repeating pattern of squares, and is small. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/13, 5.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Criss Cross

Here we have a cross stitch pattern over a darker fabric. There are specs of grass and plant parts stuck to it. It protects something. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/6.3, 8.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Dimples

Woah! Lots of dimples! It's not my new metallic golf ball (huge yardage!!) Let's see about some hints. This is a tough one to give hints for. Obviously it's metallic and have lots of dimples. It's small, and most guys have never used one of these. I can't say much more without making this to obvious. So good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/13, 20.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

A Forest of Bristle Anemones

Is it my first underwater picture? Did I secretly buy a $1500 worth of underwater housing and flash and accessories and take some underwater shots??? Uh... yeah because I could totally afford that. Ok it's not a underwater shot. It does have a reoccurring pattern of these like bristles. It does help you get clean. Chances are you have one. But what is it?

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/6.3, 8.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Heliocentric

That's right people, Earth revolves around the Sun. Don't worry, don't go pulling your hair out. This one might be a little easier to guess than the last couple days. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 0.8 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Cell Shaded

Let's see, what hints can give about this one? Obviously there is a repeating pattern of square cells. Yesterday's hints also apply to this one. And also like yesterday I didn't even realize this pattern was there until I put this object under my macro lens. I really need to start looking my closely at things when I buy them.

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 2.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Starburst!

Oh good luck guessing this one! Okay, okay, here are a couple of hints. Hint 1: There is a scuff mark in the upper left hand corner. Hint 2: I rock this when I want to look sharp. If you figure this out you are a really good at this game. I didn't even know this pattern was on this object until it went under my macro lens.

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 2.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Blast from the Past

We got us here a little reminder of a past job. I used to work with a lot of this material during my formative years. Guessing the material might be easy, but can you figure out the name of the pattern. No? Go ask Dad, he'll probably know. Oh yeah, like how I managed to sneak in a little more Orange and Green?? It's all about the U!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 1/400 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Rolling Hills

Oh the rolling hills of cloth. Ok, clearly it is some kind of cloth based product, but what exactly is it?? Here's a hint, it's part of my kit for one of my outdoor hobbies. Good luck!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/20, 25.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Texture and Patterns)

Bleed Orange and Green

UM Football season opener tonight!! Not only does college football start another season, but we get to start off with FAMU and their Marching 100, best marching ever!!!! So, today is all about the U - Go Canes!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/3.5, 1.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200

Photo 365 - On Assignment - September (Textures and Patterns)

Amber Waves

Welcome to September and a new theme. This month will be Textures and Patterns. I'm really excited about this theme and the possibilities it brings. I am not going write what is being photographed, I'm leaving it to the viewer to try and figure out what it is. Above we have what I have lovingly coined Amber Waves. This name came from the fact that the pattern of the "unknown" object looks like waves rippling out. I really dig the red and gold combo, and works well with September kind being the beginning of fall.

PS Love my macro lens!

Shot on Canon Rebel T1i at f/20, 15.0 sec, 60 mm, ISO 200