The theme of NEGATIVE SPACE has had me stumped since the first time seeing it on the 2011 365 photo challenge list. For those brave enough to tackle this theme already I say kudos and am in awe of the many interpretations. Still I struggle. Why in the heck is a literal application of this theme so important to me? I have used creative license and a playful approach with no regard for photo themes in the past… why oh why am I allowing two words to become a stumbling block.
Awwww I’m weary of the angst and today is the day to jump off and put this to rest. So here for better or worse is my colorful contribution of NEGATIVE SPACE.
What do you think?
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Patty Charles 
Love your colorful interpretation of the theme.
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Thanks Lois!
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you gave a very positive interpretation of the negative … Love the idea. And want to say: I know these feelings described by you, too. Human kind is a very interesting being, seems to me, hmmm.
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thanks for the encouragement Tony! We are all the same only different.
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I’m with you, a toughie! However being diabetic, all that sugar has to be negative – even if delicious! LOL
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Now you make me think about diabetic problems – I spent a fortune getting all those gum balls home, lol.
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I’m with you. I, too, am not sure how to fulfill this theme. However, if I look at the wood background slats, I find it a very interesting shape – that’s what I know about negative space.
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Well, as Ron says we do need to choose wisely or else the theme police will get after us, lol!
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Neat picture. I like the colors. I too have been intimidated by this subject but after doing some research and being inspired by you I also posted my negative space picture today. Great job for taking the leap!!
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Thanks for the encouragement. Loved your post on negative space!
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This is very, very cool….love the color blocks and your fabulous take on the theme!
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I think you’ve made good use of the theme here. And I love the blocks of color popping out!
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oh, thank you this one gave me a good case of nerves – your encouragement is so appreciated! glad you liked this one!
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I would really like the green apple gum. Sour stuff is guy candy!
Nice symmetrical space between the globes.
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…nothing like a good pucker!
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I’m happy to that it’s not only me who struggle with some themes 🙂 I think you solved this one great, so sharp and colorful
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thanks so much Chrisina, this one put the ‘c’ in challenge!
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Well done composition.
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Thank you!
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Theme….be dammed!…The photo is great!
LOL
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I like the way you think!
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The gumball machine area is a negative space for many moms and grandmas because the young ones are always begging for whatever they offer. I remember these as being so attractive when younger and it was a bummer when your piece jumped out onto the floor instead of your hand. I have to say your photo fulfills the theme for me and is gorgeous with the bright colors and round shapes filling a larger round shape.
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Why Thank You Karen Ann – I recall the magnetic call from these machines as a child!
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