Perhaps because of a long interest in textiles, pattern has always fascinated me. The natural world is where we draw much (all?) inspiration. Stumbling around through Nikian Gardens this week, I kept seeing the potential for pattern in visual art.....

Sunflower seeds forming

Colony of 'Hens and Chick' succulents

Artichoke flower coming into bloom

Cardoon leaf

Dinosaur kale

Black-Eyed Susan Daisies

Cotoneaster's fall look
Well, I shall leave off for now. Hoping this post has inspired you.....

Morning light over small pond
Thanks for another great blog post! Indeed, the patterns in nature are beautiful as captured by your photos.