Fan Shapes on the Pavement

Pompeii, Italy ~ April 17, 2004

I love the cobbled streets of Europe with their painted fan-shaped markings. I have no idea what the fan shape means, but it's fun to look at and adds a certain character.

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Variety and Veneer

Manaus, Brazil ~ April 14, 2007

In and around the central market can be seen a variety of paving styles and patterns, mainly in black and white. The yellow-bordered truck ramp blends right in, especially as the rain created a veneer of mud like an artist's wash over everything.

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Avalon

Los Angeles ~ 2003
From the series "Los Angeles Urban Art 2003"
by Francisca

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Stepping Stones, Palawan

Palawan, Philippines ~ 2010

by Francisca

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On Oxford Street

London ~ February 14, 2010

All pavement photos are not pretty, but they're interesting in their own way. One of the first things that caught my attention was the incredible variety of metal covers and gratings, their interesting patterns, the words saying where they're located or where they are made. Love the cowboy boot.

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Divine Either Way

Oxford, England ~ February 18, 2010

Divinity School, Bodleian Library

This building is famous for its architecture, particularly the stunning fan vaulting of its Gothic ceiling. If you look away for a moment, you may discover this beautiful grating in the floor.

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Rockin' Cat

Bend, Oregon ~ May 31, 2010

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A Seahorse on the Pavement

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico ~ February 6, 2007

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