Tangible Textures

Of all the entries in this category, I kept coming back to this image as my favorite representation of the contest. Although the color is very pleasing to the eye, the levels of penetration of paint into the wood intensifies the texture overall. The image as a whole is beautifully simplistic, and the intricate, abstract lines draw the eye closer to inspect the raised surfaces of the painted wood texture. Congratulations to the photographer for capturing a winning image.

Who knew that leaves had so much texture! This macro view shows the intricate lines that weave throughout the surface, very similar to rivers and streams going in different directions in a mountainous landscape. Thank you to the photographer for this textural view of a leaf!

Implied in the title is that this image is the roof of a giant underground cavern. But, it could just as easily be a close-up shot of a rock. Either way, this is a prime example of many textural details in one frame. Not only is the texture abstract, so are the lines and curves, which enhances the overall appearance. Great shot!

These mushrooms look as though they have been dipped in gold. The texture takes on an 'other-worldly' look from the viewpoint the photographer has taken. Even though mushrooms are soft to the touch, this texture looks like many sheets of paper folded and layered together to create their structure. Well done to the photographer for capturing this unique look at what makes up a mushroom.