Finding Patterns

Metal Sculpture at Barcelona Promenade

My husband Dale and I were walking along the harbor of Barcelona with the rest of the tourist crowd when I was stopped dead in my tracks by this creatively textured metal sculpture.

I began walking to different sides, looking for angles where the light would bring out the texture and shape of the sculpture when I noticed the young couple sitting down a step and not far away. I quickly framed and shot before they moved on. The couple created a pattern that showed how she mimicked real life. I would like to think that was the intent of the artist, but I also know how serendipity plays a role.

That night, when I was reviewing my photograph, I found another pattern in the palm trees as the branches framed the scene. Gee, I wish I had thought of that!