shapes and design – Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

Tina from Travels and Trifles is hosting this week, and the theme is Shapes and designs. It’s such a cool topic that opens up a world of creativity and imagination! A lot of awesome designs actually come from nature, where we see the fun of stripes, the charm of round shapes, and the unique patterns on leaves. These natural vibes not only give us great ideas for art but also show how closely design is linked to the environment around us. Think about how creative the spirals of seashells and the designs of frost on a window can be—nature is like a big treasure chest of inspiration waiting for us to dive in! By creating designs that draw from these organic shapes, we can really deepen our appreciation for both art and the natural world, reminding us to notice and enjoy the beauty that’s all around us every single day.

Intricate frost patterns resembling organic shapes, showcasing the beauty of nature’s design.

They are everywhere in our lives, making a mark on everything from buildings and clothes to art and gadgets. These visuals do more than just look good; they also play a big role in how things work and how we feel about them. You can mix geometric shapes with more fluid, organic ones to spark emotions, create vibes, and set a mood in different spaces. Plus, when you get the hang of design basics like balance and contrast, you can really get creative and make shapes work for you—ensuring your designs hit home with whoever’s checking them out. All this creativity and structure is what keeps design fresh and pushes the boundaries of how we communicate visually in so many fields.

A cozy interior space featuring an inviting alcove with plush cushions, illuminated by natural light filtering through arched windows. Design and shapes together in perfect harmony

Interior view of a cozy wooden terrace showing its unique design and overlooking a serene lake and trees.

The round window in the Chinese garden located at The Society of the Four Arts cultural center in Palm Beach, Florida.

Close-up of natural shells showcasing intricate textures and shapes.

A still life featuring a green apple, a cluster of grapes, and an orange on a wooden surface against a dark background. Fruits serve as a great sample of shapes

A close-up of a weathered stone cross, a design known through centuries

Iittala’s Aalto napkin rings reflect the organic shape of Aalto products. The beautiful napkin rings complete the table setting

Last week, Thanks to Egidio who encouraged us to showcase some of our rejected alongside our edited images to highlight the contrasts. It provided with different and new perspective to our not so good images. It made for an interesting week of photos. Thank you all for sharing them with us,

Lastly, we invite you to join us next week for a challenge Beth will be hosting on Wandering Dawgs. In the meantime, smile and try to stay positive 😉

We are Lens-Artists: Tina , Patti , Ann-Christine, John, Sofia , Anne , Egidio, Beth , and me Ritva,

To learn more about the Lens-Artists Challenge, click here.