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I made this using a recursive algorithm called the Droste effect inspired by Mc Escher.
I made this using a recursive algorithm called the Droste effect inspired by Mc Escher.
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antonybarbour
January 04, 2013
Thank you, it took me a lot of reading, a week of work and two computers to learn how to do it :)
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Location
I shot this initial image used in this piece of a clock face on the iconic Liver building in Liverpool where I live. Although it has been very heavily edited people who know the area will probably recognise the clock.Time
Ironically for an image of a clock I cannot quite recall the actual time of day it was, but I believe it was early afternoon.Lighting
Because I only wanted a small area of the image to be used later all that really mattered where light was involved was visibility, as such it was daytime with the sun fully illuminating the area.Equipment
I shot this with my Canon 1100d and the 18-55mm kit lens, then back at home I used two computers and a lot of patience.Inspiration
In this image I am using the M.C. Escher inspired droste effect, made using mathematical algorithms created by people far more intelligent than me, like the photographer & software developer Josh Sommers. I’ve used several different techniques & burned out a couple of computers in the process to make images like this one, but this is one of my most popular and one I’m proud to say hangs on a few walls.Editing
I used quite a bit of trail and error in learning to do this, the hardest part was getting the software to all work together. Once I had the desired effect I played with the colour and contrast and finally added a layer of dust and scratches in photoshop to give it a slightly more unique feel.In my camera bag
My main camera bag is a Lowepro SlingShot 102 AW. I'm now mostly shooting with a Canon 5D classic, an excellent and cheap way to move over to full frame for anyone wanting to upgrade their camera body on a budget, as its a fantastic camera that you can pick up second hand for the same sort of cost as a new entry level dslr. Depending on my intention I will pack different lenses but my constant companion is a Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8, I've found it to be a great multi purpose shooter. Then a cheap yongnuo flash, some spare battery's, some filters and a lens cloth.Feedback
Right this is the tricky and slightly annoying bit, the plugin I used on this is called the Pixel Bender tool kit, however it only works on photoshop CS4, so unless you're running that it gets even harder. There are a few programs out there if you search for The Droste Effect, but either way it will take a bit of research and looking up tutorials that I don't have enough space here to describe. I do recall seeing a recent blog post from the original coder that mentioned he was intending to rewrite the program to be compatible with more up to date programs but we're all just going to have to wait and see.
