When I was a kid, I remember getting up in the morning and feeling as though the day would last forever – hours and hours in which to live a lifetime, yet still be home for tea. These days, or so it seems, all I need to do is blink and the day is gone.
Which leads me on to some of the points you all raised yesterday ...
When I started chromasia, it was a hobby, and all the spare time I had could be given over to being creative: thinking about new shots, trying out new techniques, and so on. As chromasia became more popular we started getting some 'proper' photographic work, some of which I've posted here. More recently we've been doing more and more commercial work so made the decision to run chromasia full-time, not least because doing two full-time jobs was becoming totally unmanageable. One of the things that helped us make that decision was the commission for the baby book; i.e. it was guaranteed work – money in the bank, and so on.
The downside of the project is that we've had very little time to do anything else and all I've been posting is baby shots. And yes, they're not as creative as some of my other work, nor as inspiring, nor as interesting. But that's just the way it is at the moment. When this project is finished I have one more job to do which will run till the end of March. After that – touch wood – I'll have loads more time to get back to doing more varied and interesting work. And I suspect that I'm looking forward to it even more than you are.
Anyway, I should have been writing the book today, but went out for a while instead and got four shots that I'm happy with. They're not earth-shatteringly original, but at least they're a change. I do still have some baby shots to take, that I may interleave with these ones, but at least these four will make a bit of a change.
As an aside, I was reading miklos's comment on yesterday's entry as I was working on this one and thought that it might class as one of the "attractively photoshopped images" he mentioned. Anyway, I'd been working on it for about an hour (mostly because I was trying various monochrome versions as well) and decided to check the histogram ... which was a big mistake. I'm using CS3 at the moment, and have discovered a bug; i.e. under certain circumstances switching to the histogram palette will crash the programme. And I know this, because it's happened at least three times prior to today. Anyway, as I clicked the palette I suddenly remembered that this would probably crash Photoshop. Worse though, I suddenly remembered that in the hour I'd been working on the image I hadn't saved it once. Luckily I managed to get a screen grab before it vanished and then spent the next 30 minutes recreating it.
So, for all sorts of reasons (book, programme crashes, book, life, and yes, the book), you're lucky to get this shot and not another cute baby. And, in case it isn't obvious, this is a worn piece of metalwork on one of the groyne's at Cleveley's (Just north of Blackpool).
Oh, and if anyone dares to complain that a) I'm shooting in my comfort zone by just going down to the beach, or b) that I'm not being original and inspiring, I'll hunt them down like a dog ;-)
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comment by PJ McWilliam at 08:35 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
What a visual illusion this was for me! First, I was surprised that the baby shots had been interrupted (I have enjoyed them. They are wonderful. But I missed your creative touch). I first looked without opening up your comment. I couldn't figure it out. I wondered at first if you had gone ariel on us, and it was a shot of a great lake system with inredible reflection. Then, I thought it was oddly broken pieces of mirror in the rock or sand (I think of you at the beach). I must say, after I read your description of what it actually was, it all came together and now I can't see it any other way! A fun piece...thanks! And many good wishes on the completion of the baby project. Isn't it a shame that we all must eat...and our children must be clothed? I have followed your work religiously, but rarely comment, as I'm a real amateur. Still, I know what I like...and I can dream. You are a great inspiration.
PJ
comment bymiklos at 08:49 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
At first glance this seemed like a reflection to me too. Anyway, by "attractively photoshopped" I was thinking more like back in your G5 days.. and some with the 20D, early on... a quick run through your archives, here are some that i liked (G5 days) when you posted them:
comment by Richard Trim at 08:54 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
You didn't have to explain David...Anyone with an ounce of common sense and life experiences would appreciate your huge work load and as I mentioned some time ago, you have actually got a full family to fill your life ... and I'm damn certain you don't leave things all to Libby. As they say (oops cliche coming) ... You're between a rock and a hard place). Don't worry about the moaners .. its easy for them to criticise ... If they leave they leave. But most people here respect you too much to be so crass.
You are coming through loud and clear. Although I didn’t read the comments from yesterday, I find myself compelled to write to you. I apologize if this was mentioned yesterday.
I, like you, began my photography career as a hobby. Sports was my interest, but I followed the money and I am now a very happy, and successful, wedding photographer.
This was not always the case. For years I worked two jobs, one from 8-4:30 as a biochemist, and then weekends and late into the night as a photographer / photo editor
My point is to be sure to take time for yourself. Chromasia started as a hobby, a way to exercise the right side of the brain. I am seeing a transition in your work. I visit Chromasia daily for inspiration, and encourage you to “follow your passion”
Best,
Eric
comment by Richard Trim at 08:59 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
Heck I've just seen your present shot for what it really is ... At first I had the blue shape in the fore- ground ..it was most confusing ..
It reminds me that I must get my eyes tested ... no no get my my brain working properly ...Damn this age thing ..
comment byowen-b at 09:26 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
Seems I missed quite a pretentious debate at your expense yesterday, eh? ;)
I like this - looks totally unreal because of the sharpness of the edge and the contrast with the relatively featureless background. I love how it's been smoothed out by the weather.
comment bymilou at 09:48 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
Giant Curly-Wurly...the very thought! I love detailed abstracts of coastal features so I think its fab. And congrats on the book - it must be very satisfying.
comment bykwerfeldein at 11:07 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
Well, David that post makes sense and now I now much more about the why and how to are shooting theese days. But I have to say that I never thought your work wasnt inspiring or not creative. The opposite is the case for me because the baby-shots are very unique. Have a good time, and : this shot is good, to !
comment byRyano at 11:29 PM (GMT) on 7 March, 2007
I love all your work David especially the baby work as I am trying to learn how to take portrait shots at the moment and found it extremely helpful.
As for this shot, Awesome!
Everything about todays shot, your explanation, the comments, is what Chromasia is all about for me! It's why I keep coming back day after day and is the best blog around for me. Easily Photoblog of the year, the complete package... Keep smiling people :)
This is why this photo is interesting. You've confused the negative and positive space. What should be the positive is the negative space! You've focussed on the negative space, turning it into the positive space. REALLY HARD to look at. But still, commendable.
comment by doreen at 04:02 AM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
wow! this looked like a reflection to me upon first glance, but then my eyes re-focused and i realized what it was =)
comment byJohn Washington at 07:10 AM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Good image Dave. You have created figure ground ambiguity in a nice way with this shot.
comment bynavin at 09:48 AM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Quite intereresting
comment by Simon Goodchild at 09:52 AM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
For a minute there I though it was a puddle of mercury. Nice one.
comment byDavid Ruiz at 09:53 AM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
As for the image, it happened something quite odd with it here. At the first glance, I just saw it and understood how it was and, well, there wasn't any surprise; that surface with the hole and the out of focus background. Right, 'cute', I thought, and then I opened the comments. And then I looked back at the picture and was unable to see it as the first time... reading how people needed to think about it to understand what it was I somewhat loss some innocence of my first glance, having to gain the image again.
So damn you all, you made me do the work twice, people!
And as for yesterday's discussion and the babies maelstrom, well, I think no one dislikes babies more than I do. Seriously, I think I'm alergic to them, or something. And baby shots remind me of babies, which at first is a quite bad new. When I saw this mood coming, I thought to myself 'damn, this blog is going to be boring for me for some time'. But I never thought about that as a critizism to you, Dave, as I understand this is your work, and I'm just proud because you are sharing it with us. And after all the only thing that changed is that I don't come here for my daily dose, I just come each two or three days to see all the pictures I missed, each and every of them, because no matter how much babies are uncompatible with me, there is always something to learn from every single shot.
I absolutely agree with Miklos' words. People come here expecting one masterpiece per day, and that's something for you to be proud of, Dave, as these expectations were created by your pictures themselves, but that's something people can't ask, as it's just impossible. You already have a gallery for the fancy shots, and the blog section is just that, a blog, not a constantly expanding portfolio. Everyone have a bad day, or a quite busy day. In these days one have two choices, not posting anything, or posting something less valuable. I'm for the second choice. Post anything, whatever, be it a random shot of your day or something drawn back from the bottom of your archives. Because a blog is not about inspiring people every day, but about sharing the part of your life you want to share with us. If it's this picture, it's damn right. If it's a row of one thousand babies, it's damn right too, as it's just that, your right.
People complaining should remember that they aren't paying you to inspire them.
So regards, and just keep doing whatever the hell you want to do. I'll keep watching.
Before reading your description on this one I thought it yould be a puddle reflecting the sky. But then I encountered that the sky can't be beige nor it can split into two colors at an exact line ;)
I can understand you well that blogging photos (and taking awesome ones!) can't be everything all the time. Everybody has to make a living, so do you. So I'm ok with whatever you do! Even baby photos can be very inspiring and creative. Nobody will argue that your's are great!!!
Keep it on, without stress. Good creativity only comes with leisure.
comment by Roger at 11:40 AM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Definitely got me there, my first thought was that the "space" was some sort of liquid!!!
It's a very Dali-esque hole; or perhaps it's like one of those Rorschach tests - I don't think you'd have to stare at it very long before you could see baby shapes :)
beautifully balanced image.
comment byDaniel Seguin at 01:42 PM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Fabulous image... really lovely and though I don't know what "category" it falls into (attractively photoshopped images or not) I stll really enjoy it. I haven't been around in a while, so it's nice to catch-up. Great to hear you've moved into photography full-time. Quite inspiring. I look forward to watching your projects emerge. Cheers!
comment byAlice at 03:53 PM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Great shot! The DOF is perfect and really highlights the sharpness of detail in the rusted metal. Very nicely done. And no matter what your subject matter, I'll always be back. Your work is very inspiring and thought-provoking. Not to mention very nicely done. Keep it up!
Crikey...I get happy when someone leaves a 'ooh nice shot' comment on my site but these are mini-essays!
Oh and Dave - this isn't a baby, you ok? ;)
comment by Myrddin at 06:10 PM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Even though you don't "owe" anyone an explanation, I really appreciate the time you consistently take here to interact with a community of photographers. Thanks a lot!
comment by Myrddin at 06:19 PM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Oh, yea, for what it's worth, I teach a photography course in high school and yours is the one site that I recommend they check daily ... and read the comments. Professional work, semi-professional or just you out there with a camera ... It is all GREAT, HIGH QUALITY stuff -- and that puts you in pretty rarified air for the internet. As a photographer, I have been personally inspired by your work, your comments on your shots, and your committment to the art. As a teacher, I have tried to pass that on to my kids. If you can in any way manage it and put up with the (hopefully) occasional comment about growing stale, keep blogging! You're doing a service that works its way out in ripples.
Thanks all. As for the foreground/background 'illusion': I hadn't noticed until I showed a black and white version to Libby, who commented that it looked like puddles in concrete. I guess, because I knew what it was when I took it, that the alternative view just didn't occur to me.
PJ: yep, tempting though it is to let our children run around naked eating scraps that the neighbours throw out, I do need to earn a living ;-)
miklos: I'm fairly sure that I'll shoot similar material in the future.
David Ruiz: that can often happen with ambiguous images; i.e. one interpretation can get stuck in your head and become very hard to shift. As for the blog: yes, I know it's a record of what's going on for me at the time, but if possible I do like to post more varied material.
Jay: no, even though I've been immersed in babies for weeks on end, I can't see any baby shapes in this one ;-)
Myrddin: well, I guess that comments don't get any better than yours. Thank you.
comment byPiet Osefius at 07:43 PM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
Nice capture! It reminds me of a picture I took a while ago, see the URL.
comment bytony budge at 11:01 PM (GMT) on 8 March, 2007
I love the 'mecury' feel to this shot. I expect the pools are just remarkably flat water but it looks so metalic, viscous. Like it a lot
ohh. Just read your pic notes at the top and now see that it is in fact a piece of rusted metal with holes in it!! Wow, goes to show how some can interprete it as even now when I look at it I still see rockpools with water even though I know what it is..
comment bypierrre at 03:37 PM (GMT) on 11 March, 2007
I had to look twice to understand what this was.
well done dave.
comment by emily at 09:20 PM (GMT) on 11 March, 2007
I haven't posted for a while (ages in fact) but this photo is truly wierd! i read through all the comments about the ambiguity of this picture and have stared at it for about 15 minutes, not seeing it as anything other than pools of liquid on earth. Only when i read tony budge's 2nd comment did i finally get it.Its like one of those black and white images that can be two faces or a vase, depending on how you look at it. I LOVE IT!
comment byRalf at 10:33 AM (GMT) on 12 March, 2007
When I was a kid, I remember getting up in the morning and feeling as though the day would last forever – hours and hours in which to live a lifetime, yet still be home for tea. These days, or so it seems, all I need to do is blink and the day is gone.
Which leads me on to some of the points you all raised yesterday ...
When I started chromasia, it was a hobby, and all the spare time I had could be given over to being creative: thinking about new shots, trying out new techniques, and so on. As chromasia became more popular we started getting some 'proper' photographic work, some of which I've posted here. More recently we've been doing more and more commercial work so made the decision to run chromasia full-time, not least because doing two full-time jobs was becoming totally unmanageable. One of the things that helped us make that decision was the commission for the baby book; i.e. it was guaranteed work – money in the bank, and so on.
The downside of the project is that we've had very little time to do anything else and all I've been posting is baby shots. And yes, they're not as creative as some of my other work, nor as inspiring, nor as interesting. But that's just the way it is at the moment. When this project is finished I have one more job to do which will run till the end of March. After that – touch wood – I'll have loads more time to get back to doing more varied and interesting work. And I suspect that I'm looking forward to it even more than you are.
Anyway, I should have been writing the book today, but went out for a while instead and got four shots that I'm happy with. They're not earth-shatteringly original, but at least they're a change. I do still have some baby shots to take, that I may interleave with these ones, but at least these four will make a bit of a change.
As an aside, I was reading miklos's comment on yesterday's entry as I was working on this one and thought that it might class as one of the "attractively photoshopped images" he mentioned. Anyway, I'd been working on it for about an hour (mostly because I was trying various monochrome versions as well) and decided to check the histogram ... which was a big mistake. I'm using CS3 at the moment, and have discovered a bug; i.e. under certain circumstances switching to the histogram palette will crash the programme. And I know this, because it's happened at least three times prior to today. Anyway, as I clicked the palette I suddenly remembered that this would probably crash Photoshop. Worse though, I suddenly remembered that in the hour I'd been working on the image I hadn't saved it once. Luckily I managed to get a screen grab before it vanished and then spent the next 30 minutes recreating it.
So, for all sorts of reasons (book, programme crashes, book, life, and yes, the book), you're lucky to get this shot and not another cute baby. And, in case it isn't obvious, this is a worn piece of metalwork on one of the groyne's at Cleveley's (Just north of Blackpool).
Oh, and if anyone dares to complain that a) I'm shooting in my comfort zone by just going down to the beach, or b) that I'm not being original and inspiring, I'll hunt them down like a dog ;-)
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What a visual illusion this was for me! First, I was surprised that the baby shots had been interrupted (I have enjoyed them. They are wonderful. But I missed your creative touch). I first looked without opening up your comment. I couldn't figure it out. I wondered at first if you had gone ariel on us, and it was a shot of a great lake system with inredible reflection. Then, I thought it was oddly broken pieces of mirror in the rock or sand (I think of you at the beach). I must say, after I read your description of what it actually was, it all came together and now I can't see it any other way! A fun piece...thanks! And many good wishes on the completion of the baby project. Isn't it a shame that we all must eat...and our children must be clothed? I have followed your work religiously, but rarely comment, as I'm a real amateur. Still, I know what I like...and I can dream. You are a great inspiration.
PJ
At first glance this seemed like a reflection to me too. Anyway, by "attractively photoshopped" I was thinking more like back in your G5 days.. and some with the 20D, early on... a quick run through your archives, here are some that i liked (G5 days) when you posted them:
http://www.chromasia.com/iblog/archives/0406250724.php
http://www.chromasia.com/iblog/archives/0408200720.php
http://www.chromasia.com/iblog/archives/0408291949.php
http://www.chromasia.com/iblog/archives/0408100000.php
You didn't have to explain David...Anyone with an ounce of common sense and life experiences would appreciate your huge work load and as I mentioned some time ago, you have actually got a full family to fill your life ... and I'm damn certain you don't leave things all to Libby. As they say (oops cliche coming) ... You're between a rock and a hard place). Don't worry about the moaners .. its easy for them to criticise ... If they leave they leave. But most people here respect you too much to be so crass.
David,
You are coming through loud and clear. Although I didn’t read the comments from yesterday, I find myself compelled to write to you. I apologize if this was mentioned yesterday.
I, like you, began my photography career as a hobby. Sports was my interest, but I followed the money and I am now a very happy, and successful, wedding photographer.
This was not always the case. For years I worked two jobs, one from 8-4:30 as a biochemist, and then weekends and late into the night as a photographer / photo editor
My point is to be sure to take time for yourself. Chromasia started as a hobby, a way to exercise the right side of the brain. I am seeing a transition in your work. I visit Chromasia daily for inspiration, and encourage you to “follow your passion”
Best,
Eric
Heck I've just seen your present shot for what it really is ... At first I had the blue shape in the fore- ground ..it was most confusing ..
It reminds me that I must get my eyes tested ... no no get my my brain working properly ...Damn this age thing ..
Seems I missed quite a pretentious debate at your expense yesterday, eh? ;)
I like this - looks totally unreal because of the sharpness of the edge and the contrast with the relatively featureless background. I love how it's been smoothed out by the weather.
Giant Curly-Wurly...the very thought! I love detailed abstracts of coastal features so I think its fab. And congrats on the book - it must be very satisfying.
Wonderful, mercurial and fascinating image
I didn't make it out - glad you managed :-) It's one of those vase or face shots - took me a while to see it too - great!
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, David that post makes sense and now I now much more about the why and how to are shooting theese days. But I have to say that I never thought your work wasnt inspiring or not creative. The opposite is the case for me because the baby-shots are very unique. Have a good time, and : this shot is good, to !
I love all your work David especially the baby work as I am trying to learn how to take portrait shots at the moment and found it extremely helpful.
As for this shot, Awesome!
Everything about todays shot, your explanation, the comments, is what Chromasia is all about for me! It's why I keep coming back day after day and is the best blog around for me. Easily Photoblog of the year, the complete package... Keep smiling people :)
This is why this photo is interesting. You've confused the negative and positive space. What should be the positive is the negative space! You've focussed on the negative space, turning it into the positive space. REALLY HARD to look at. But still, commendable.
wow! this looked like a reflection to me upon first glance, but then my eyes re-focused and i realized what it was =)
Love it. Glad to not see a baby too.
Good image Dave. You have created figure ground ambiguity in a nice way with this shot.
Quite intereresting
For a minute there I though it was a puddle of mercury. Nice one.
As for the image, it happened something quite odd with it here. At the first glance, I just saw it and understood how it was and, well, there wasn't any surprise; that surface with the hole and the out of focus background. Right, 'cute', I thought, and then I opened the comments. And then I looked back at the picture and was unable to see it as the first time... reading how people needed to think about it to understand what it was I somewhat loss some innocence of my first glance, having to gain the image again.
So damn you all, you made me do the work twice, people!
And as for yesterday's discussion and the babies maelstrom, well, I think no one dislikes babies more than I do. Seriously, I think I'm alergic to them, or something. And baby shots remind me of babies, which at first is a quite bad new. When I saw this mood coming, I thought to myself 'damn, this blog is going to be boring for me for some time'. But I never thought about that as a critizism to you, Dave, as I understand this is your work, and I'm just proud because you are sharing it with us. And after all the only thing that changed is that I don't come here for my daily dose, I just come each two or three days to see all the pictures I missed, each and every of them, because no matter how much babies are uncompatible with me, there is always something to learn from every single shot.
I absolutely agree with Miklos' words. People come here expecting one masterpiece per day, and that's something for you to be proud of, Dave, as these expectations were created by your pictures themselves, but that's something people can't ask, as it's just impossible. You already have a gallery for the fancy shots, and the blog section is just that, a blog, not a constantly expanding portfolio. Everyone have a bad day, or a quite busy day. In these days one have two choices, not posting anything, or posting something less valuable. I'm for the second choice. Post anything, whatever, be it a random shot of your day or something drawn back from the bottom of your archives. Because a blog is not about inspiring people every day, but about sharing the part of your life you want to share with us. If it's this picture, it's damn right. If it's a row of one thousand babies, it's damn right too, as it's just that, your right.
People complaining should remember that they aren't paying you to inspire them.
So regards, and just keep doing whatever the hell you want to do. I'll keep watching.
Before reading your description on this one I thought it yould be a puddle reflecting the sky. But then I encountered that the sky can't be beige nor it can split into two colors at an exact line ;)
I can understand you well that blogging photos (and taking awesome ones!) can't be everything all the time. Everybody has to make a living, so do you. So I'm ok with whatever you do! Even baby photos can be very inspiring and creative. Nobody will argue that your's are great!!!
Keep it on, without stress. Good creativity only comes with leisure.
Definitely got me there, my first thought was that the "space" was some sort of liquid!!!
Great shot ......
I thought it was a pool of mercury at first. I really like the ambiguous nature of the image. great shot. Mal
It's a very Dali-esque hole; or perhaps it's like one of those Rorschach tests - I don't think you'd have to stare at it very long before you could see baby shapes :)
beautifully balanced image.
Fabulous image... really lovely and though I don't know what "category" it falls into (attractively photoshopped images or not) I stll really enjoy it. I haven't been around in a while, so it's nice to catch-up. Great to hear you've moved into photography full-time. Quite inspiring. I look forward to watching your projects emerge. Cheers!
Great shot! The DOF is perfect and really highlights the sharpness of detail in the rusted metal. Very nicely done. And no matter what your subject matter, I'll always be back. Your work is very inspiring and thought-provoking. Not to mention very nicely done. Keep it up!
Crikey...I get happy when someone leaves a 'ooh nice shot' comment on my site but these are mini-essays!
Oh and Dave - this isn't a baby, you ok? ;)
Even though you don't "owe" anyone an explanation, I really appreciate the time you consistently take here to interact with a community of photographers. Thanks a lot!
Oh, yea, for what it's worth, I teach a photography course in high school and yours is the one site that I recommend they check daily ... and read the comments. Professional work, semi-professional or just you out there with a camera ... It is all GREAT, HIGH QUALITY stuff -- and that puts you in pretty rarified air for the internet. As a photographer, I have been personally inspired by your work, your comments on your shots, and your committment to the art. As a teacher, I have tried to pass that on to my kids. If you can in any way manage it and put up with the (hopefully) occasional comment about growing stale, keep blogging! You're doing a service that works its way out in ripples.
Thanks all. As for the foreground/background 'illusion': I hadn't noticed until I showed a black and white version to Libby, who commented that it looked like puddles in concrete. I guess, because I knew what it was when I took it, that the alternative view just didn't occur to me.
PJ: yep, tempting though it is to let our children run around naked eating scraps that the neighbours throw out, I do need to earn a living ;-)
miklos: I'm fairly sure that I'll shoot similar material in the future.
David Ruiz: that can often happen with ambiguous images; i.e. one interpretation can get stuck in your head and become very hard to shift. As for the blog: yes, I know it's a record of what's going on for me at the time, but if possible I do like to post more varied material.
Jay: no, even though I've been immersed in babies for weeks on end, I can't see any baby shapes in this one ;-)
Myrddin: well, I guess that comments don't get any better than yours. Thank you.
Nice capture! It reminds me of a picture I took a while ago, see the URL.
I love the 'mecury' feel to this shot. I expect the pools are just remarkably flat water but it looks so metalic, viscous. Like it a lot
ohh. Just read your pic notes at the top and now see that it is in fact a piece of rusted metal with holes in it!! Wow, goes to show how some can interprete it as even now when I look at it I still see rockpools with water even though I know what it is..
I had to look twice to understand what this was.
well done dave.
I haven't posted for a while (ages in fact) but this photo is truly wierd! i read through all the comments about the ambiguity of this picture and have stared at it for about 15 minutes, not seeing it as anything other than pools of liquid on earth. Only when i read tony budge's 2nd comment did i finally get it.Its like one of those black and white images that can be two faces or a vase, depending on how you look at it. I LOVE IT!
What an original shape! Great pice of art too!