I’d like you to think about pattern on objects that you wouldn’t necessarily notice had a pattern - the non-obvious things; the things that you wouldn’t think mattered (when actually a lot of thought has gone into designing them!)
To give you some examples:
1. Drain covers - they’re not all the same! See some examples below…
2. Patterns on public transport seats - the tube in London has specific designs for specific lines.
3. The underside of your shoes - virtually unseen and frequently gets dirty, but the patterns are all different (note how these patterns are seen in relief through footprints in mud, snow, or when wet!)
4. In panes of glass - some are, of course, very decorative, but others are more utilitarian in their design (but nonetheless they were ‘designed’!)
5. Kitchen or loo roll - Yes, have you ever noticed the different patterns?!
So this week, go out and seek the hidden patterns in the world.
Take photos and keep an album of them to share with the group, or use it for inspiration.
And of course, I haven’t even mentioned the patterns you can find in nature! By all means, notice those too!
