We can be on edge, meaning we are anxious, frustrated or irritable. In photography, those words can take on a different meaning. This week Patti challenges us to show images that are on the edge and gives us a broad definition.

So I hope my pictures fill the bill.

I’ve looked over the edge of many mountain tops of our Sierra Nevadas, but this beautiful scene is one of the most spectacular–taken from Ananda Village.

When photographing flowers, we try to get the petals and centers sharp. Sometimes when we take the shot we find wings that are sharp and edgy.

Horizon lines give us a delineation between land and sky. Sunsets make this edge spectacular.

Buildings and windows provide photographers with endless edges. Here we have a large window with smaller edges that together provide an amazing reflection. Taken at Mare Island (a former Naval Base).

Also at Mare Island, a naval ship’s design forms an edge that accents the U. S. Flag.

Sometimes when you get down low, you find a simple mushroom can give you folds and edges. Hint: Don’t lay down on the grass in a senior community. Everybody who passes by asks if you’re okay!

Visiting Niagara Falls was on my bucket list. I was amazed at the amount of water (3,160 tons of water flows over Niagara Falls every second) spilling over the edge of three falls. This picture is of the American and Bridal Veil Falls.

Now for a different kind of edge. This is more of an artistic definition. From Cambridge Dictionary: edgy adjective (unusual). Unusual in a way that is fashionable or exciting.

On a whim, I took a beautiful, colorful lotus blossom and put it in black and white. I thought that gave it an edgy look. It’s become a favorite.

Thank you Patti for this wonderfully edgy trip through my archives. It was truly fun. Remember to link to Patti’s post and use the Lens-Artists tag when you post your reply. Last week Tina had us sharing our favorite images and why we took them. You all had great and varied favorites, and I enjoyed them all.

Next week Ann-Christine will be leading the challenge, so be sure to look for her post.

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44 thoughts on “Lens Artists Challenge # 269: On The Edge”

  6. I had a good laugh about lying down in a senior center! Your mushroom image is terrific…well worth the risk of lying down…and I also love your lotus blossom. I’m delighted you had fun with this theme. I am, too!

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  8. LOL for the mushroom comment about lying down – also my favorite image of the set. Also loved your B&W lotus blossom Anne, really creative. Beautiful images and interpretations this week, as always.

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  9. All very fitting for the theme but my favourite is also your most unusual interpretation, the black and white lotus – just beautiful! And I had to laugh at the consequences of you lying on the grass in a senior community to take the mushroom shot – I can just imagine the passers-by stopping to ask if you’re OK 😆

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    1. Thanks Sarah! This community is fun and caring. I think if I were driving by and saw someone on the ground and didn’t see the camera in her/his hand, I’d ask also. Next time I’ll bring a sign saying I’m okay, just taking a picture! I’m glad you liked the lotus.

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  15. OK you had me with gut-wrenching laughter at the mushroom photo. Too funny. I hope you do that often to keep others on their toes and make them realize you are “quite capable”. (once you are well from your accident). Anyway…what a great response. A creative idea with the sweet bee on the flower. And I loved the submarine with the flag. Unique. and the lotus must be a favorite this week.

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    1. Thanks Donna! That mushroom photo was a few years ago and I haven’t seen any as good since. The lotus is framed and ready to be put up on a wall. I just have to find where I put it when someone was coming over!!

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