Everything made by human hands looks terrible under magnification–crude, rough, and asymmetrical. But in nature every bit of life is lovely. And the more magnification we use, the more details are brought out, perfectly formed, like endless sets of boxes within boxes
― Roman Vishniac
I don’t believe that first sentence. Human hands makes some incredible things. But I firmly believe the rest of the quote and these are the details I love to see, record, and share. Patti challenges us to share details this week, so without further ado, here are mine.
The devil is in the detail” is an idiom that refers to a catch or mysterious element hidden in the details. It derives from “God is in the detail” attributed to German-born architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969). Earlier on Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) said “Le bon Dieu est dans le detail.” Meaning that things seem simple at first but are more complex or require more time and effort than expected. The earlier idea is that details are important; whatever one does should be done thoroughly.
― Gustave Flaubert
Beware the person who won’t be bothered with details.― William Feather
Details are important, be observant. ― Deyth Banger
Yes, the first sentence has exceptions but the rest, as you say, is perfectly true.
Glad we agree. 😉
janet
Beautiful details in nature! So beautifully captured.,Thank you for sharing, Janet!
Thanks, Amy. I’m glad you liked them. I do love the details.
These are wonderful examples and quotes Janet. Is that last image a fabric or curtain?
A curtain and a sheet. Trying to keep the heat out by adding a layer to the lace curtain. 🙂
Fabulous entries for this week’s challenge, Janet!
Thanks so much! I do love details, which explains my love of macro photography, although I do love the fabulous view as well.
I’m with you on the first quote Janet — and I love the images you have chosen.
Thanks, Su. It was hard to decide which photos to include. 😁
Great details, Janet!
Thanks, Sue.
Janet, beautiful take on the topic … I think nature provides more details than anything else. But my pick has to be the fabric. Lovely post.
Thanks and great to hear from you. I hope all’s well with you.
Intriguing shots, Janet. Lovely post. I keep coming back to your last shot of the sheer curtain. The details are marvelous.
Thanks, Patti. It was hard to decide which shots to include as I do a lot of photos with details. 🥰
Nice one
Thanks, Jeremy, and thanks for the visit.
janet
I like the comparison between your first and last photos, Janet. Hard and pointy vs. soft and silky. Nice work.
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Thanks very much, Allan. I do love details.
We share a love of details – and your post is lovely!
Thanks so much, A-C. 🙂
janet
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Thought provoking quotes. Beautifully detailed captures. A great first post to start my day! I will be looking out for the little details today!
It makes me happy to read that. There are so many beautiful little details that are mostly missed in the hurry of life and only seeing the big picture. Enjoy them!
janet
I love these quotes and your photos compliment them so well. Great response to this challenge.
Thanks very much, Anne. 🙂 I love macro photography, which is often about details, so this challenge really appealed to me. Have a wonderful week.
janet