33 Grunge and Dirty Textures and Backgrounds
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Image by Jeremy Kendall Found in this alley next to South Front Antiques at South Front and Talbot in Memphis, TN.
Well here it is again. The waiting room of Michigan Central Station. It's enormous waiting room attracts all Urbex'ers from around the country because of its magnitude, architectural detail, and haunting mood. What I think is interesting about this shot compared to a similar one I did back in March is how my processing has evolved. What I'm noticing now about myself is that I like to bring out a sense of light and shadow. I'm learning quite a bit from photographers on Flickr and I can't thank them enough. As I look upon earlier treks to the place, I cringe at how immature my skills were at that point. Yikes! View the whole Michigan Central Station collection
Image by shaire productions By Sherrie Thai of ShaireProductions. Feel free to download and use these as a background for commercial or noncommercial projects. If you decide to use them, please let me know how it goes by sending a link or an image. Enjoy!
Image by angela7dreams NOT photoshopped...
Image by Joseph Robertson (conveyor belt)
Image by Mykl Roventine
Image by Dru! Psychotropic turbulence
Image by Kiwi Flickr Rusty Wall
Image by Jo Peattie
Image by tanakawho Color changed.
Image by just.Luc
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Image by lars hammar Biosphere2 has its own ocean, and part of the tank, where the metal and the glass of the viewing gallery come together, has this cool-colored corrosion (which I helped pull out with Photoshop)
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Image by artfulpurpose
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Image by MaureenShaughnessy (aka MontanaRaven)
Image by BitHead The tag reads "osmoplastic 1956". Osmoplastic is creosote and other toxic chemicals used as a wood preservative: www.pesticideinfo.org/Detail_Product.jsp?REG_NR=075341000...
Image by mimika9
Image by Dru! Tufa forming on the reservoir or cistern used to supply the pay-to-swim hot springs at Harrison with hot water on demand.
Image by natebeaty from jeff's also extensive found metal collection.
Image by smohundro
Image by miuenski check the whole set framed and confused
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Image by Joseph Robertson
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Image by Universal Pops (mostly off again) Trespassing on the Buckingham Branch Railroad property, I saw this on an engine. It has an interesting composition and nice weathering. But what is it?This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
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October 28th, 2010 - 17:12
Nice contrast between the shoe and its environment. Added this to my faves.
Apparently this lost sole phenomenon is world-wide.
You might also want to visit Lost Soles Philippines on Flickr:
October 28th, 2010 - 17:48
Hi, I’m an admin for a group called Lost shoes (baby or children), and we’d love to have this added to the group!
October 28th, 2010 - 18:08
This is really nice!
October 28th, 2010 - 18:32
Thanks!
October 28th, 2010 - 18:41
The variety in colour and texture here is really beautiful- I love it!
October 28th, 2010 - 18:55
This is a fantastic shot.
October 28th, 2010 - 19:51
Thanks! I’m learning to love shooting here in town rather than being jealous of your beautiful new home all the time
October 28th, 2010 - 20:02
ha ha ha well when I did live in Memphis I also did enjoy shooting there. It will be nicer too once the weather finally cools off!!!
October 28th, 2010 - 21:00
great composition and great atmosphere…
simply great!!!
October 28th, 2010 - 21:50
It’s interesting your comment on light and shadow. because That is something I’ve also noticed about your recent work. The use of light is amazing and the processing is spot on. It’s really exciting to see your work.
October 28th, 2010 - 22:30
A symmetrical masterpiece. Instant fav.
October 28th, 2010 - 22:40
stunningly gorgeous!!
October 28th, 2010 - 22:43
A cool shot and composition!
October 28th, 2010 - 22:52
amazing
October 28th, 2010 - 23:01
Bravissimo! you’re my hero!
October 28th, 2010 - 23:59
Very nice.
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October 29th, 2010 - 00:20
Perfect!
October 29th, 2010 - 01:01
This is heavenly!!
October 29th, 2010 - 01:56
I love this trio of light and shadow.
October 29th, 2010 - 02:42
I’m continually amazed at how much this building has deteriorated since 1988, when it closed.
October 29th, 2010 - 03:27
Very nice!!
October 29th, 2010 - 03:58
Creepy AND beautiful…what more could you ask for?!
October 29th, 2010 - 04:49
Timmy, my Twin Brother.
October 29th, 2010 - 05:35
This is godly hah I love it so much.
October 29th, 2010 - 06:34
fabulous…
October 29th, 2010 - 06:42
Brilliant capture!
October 29th, 2010 - 07:32
very very beautiful
October 29th, 2010 - 08:23
lovely shot
October 29th, 2010 - 09:00
The kid’s on a roll!
October 29th, 2010 - 09:59
excellent composition !
This Image deserves The Excellence in Achievement Award!
Black & White & Sepia Photofanatics
October 29th, 2010 - 10:07
mozzie coil.
October 29th, 2010 - 10:33
great capture of flow.
October 29th, 2010 - 10:57
oh this is cool! i love the grungey feel
and the water
October 29th, 2010 - 11:21
This is amazing!
October 29th, 2010 - 12:13
Ohh, I like this
October 29th, 2010 - 13:10
Ohh nice toness
October 29th, 2010 - 13:58
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/danielle-tunstall] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/coastalkicks] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/elliefbphotography] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/makayla_rogers] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/sarah_lynn76] thank you all soo soooo sooo very much
DDDD
October 29th, 2010 - 14:25
love the tones! <3
October 29th, 2010 - 15:24
i LOVE the long exposure. the texture is amazing.
October 29th, 2010 - 15:49
that’s water? :O
i thought it was like a bunch of dust/ash pouring out of a grill or something xD
vurrrrr cool!
October 29th, 2010 - 16:24
Please post this beautiful picture at
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October 29th, 2010 - 16:32
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/jessicasucharski] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/leahjordan] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/hisservant21] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/i_love_u_get_away_from_me] thank you thank you thank you all sooooo much
DDDDDDDDDDDDD
October 29th, 2010 - 16:46
i love the tones in this
October 29th, 2010 - 17:42
i love the movement of the water.. and the tones are gorgeous
October 29th, 2010 - 18:08
love the smooth tones (: great editing!
October 29th, 2010 - 19:01
this is so cool! i love the tones a lot
October 29th, 2010 - 19:15
This is really cool
October 29th, 2010 - 20:03
nice shot
October 29th, 2010 - 20:23
Nice tones here.
October 29th, 2010 - 21:06
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/53326862@N06] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/louisa_xo] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/jaaanet_xd] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/48117957@N04] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bunchphoto] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/ritabohuczki] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/45878539@N08] thank you sooo soooo soooo very very much
DDD
October 29th, 2010 - 21:46
great shot
the tones are wonderful and it does look like a texture
October 29th, 2010 - 21:46
This shot has such a story to it!
October 29th, 2010 - 21:58
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/rainy102] [http://www.flickr.com/photos/talkingheadphotography] thank you soooo much
DDD
October 29th, 2010 - 22:05
oh wow, adriane! this is beautiful.
the tones, the movement….amazing
October 29th, 2010 - 22:37
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/azzyphoto] thank you sooo much hun
PP
October 29th, 2010 - 23:01
Lovely tones
October 29th, 2010 - 23:54
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/syddd] thanks very much
DDDDD
October 30th, 2010 - 00:39
Cool door… I want to go where you’re taking these shots! In fact, I want to check out Germany anyway! I’ve never been there, even though my heritage is German and Scottish!
October 30th, 2010 - 01:34
hat was von einem Tresor an sich
October 30th, 2010 - 02:30
@ Dr. Watso: No problem, you can stay at my flat for some days. But as a waring: here is nothing but landscape, weather, some pretty & old houses and decay. After your stay take me with you to scotland, I’ve to revisit the Cuillin Hills at Skye.
@ bihua: Ich schwankte zwischen Tresor und Eishaus. Auf diesem Gelände beides kein gutes Zeichen…
October 30th, 2010 - 03:15
waaaaah, excellent, love this one!
October 30th, 2010 - 03:50
Holla Bernat_83: thx a lot!!!
October 30th, 2010 - 04:38
Hi, I’m an admin for a group called World War Z, and we’d love to have your photo added to the group.
October 30th, 2010 - 05:27
You have great bits of colour in this…and I like the composition and texture…well done !
October 30th, 2010 - 05:28
ooh, I like this.
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October 30th, 2010 - 05:48
I found this photo because you asked me to Explore My Photostream
I love the paint still present in the low places.
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October 30th, 2010 - 06:28
Very cool! I like the texture and colors.
October 30th, 2010 - 07:17
Congratulations! This photo won its 3Way Challenge!
Please post it to the 3Way Pool.
October 30th, 2010 - 07:33
Gorgeous photo.
October 30th, 2010 - 08:30
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October 30th, 2010 - 08:49
Hi, I’m an admin for a group called Textures only (24. Competition), and we’d love to have this added to the group!
October 30th, 2010 - 09:46
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October 30th, 2010 - 10:43
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October 30th, 2010 - 11:15
This photo makes me want to travel and gets my vote in the Lonely Planet Publications group’s Curves challenge
October 30th, 2010 - 11:55
…or rust plate tectonics on the surface of europa?!
You know I love this stuff Dru. You’ve got a great eye for composition of crud!
October 30th, 2010 - 12:44
great colors.
October 30th, 2010 - 13:33
Beautiful composition of texture and colour!
October 30th, 2010 - 14:28
Thank you!
October 30th, 2010 - 15:26
Noon.
Excellent detail.
October 30th, 2010 - 15:40
The imagination of mystery and history
I tried to capture it here in Taggia too >
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/example/2749165518_fc73b24be2/]
October 30th, 2010 - 16:10
Un battente che non ho !!!
molto bello e usato
October 30th, 2010 - 16:32
I love the processing on these four pictures! And I LOVE horses!
October 30th, 2010 - 17:28
Beautiful girls you have there! Love the texture!
October 30th, 2010 - 17:45
Sweet!
October 30th, 2010 - 18:23
excellent!! =) favorite*****
October 30th, 2010 - 18:50
facinating
October 30th, 2010 - 18:59
another Fave! Did you paint that wall yourself???
October 30th, 2010 - 19:38
great colors…
October 30th, 2010 - 20:20
I once did the similar shot but this is the different one（＾ワ＾）.
October 30th, 2010 - 20:31
Great image..
Your photo is “A” Class
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October 30th, 2010 - 20:35
Cool.
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October 30th, 2010 - 20:40
Interesting art from everyday objects.
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October 30th, 2010 - 21:27
Love the composition! Very nicely done!!
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October 30th, 2010 - 21:29
is that a blade or something? nice. but i prefer the second one.
October 30th, 2010 - 22:02
Good idea and perfect shot
October 30th, 2010 - 22:28
Very interesting photo. It impresses me very much.
October 30th, 2010 - 22:29
Patterned randomness will get me every time. I want it for my counter tops. Great photo.
October 30th, 2010 - 23:24
I had to look up what Tufa is on Wikipedia. Tufa is a calcium carbonate deposit that forms by chemical precipitation from bodies of water with a high dissolved calcium content.
Great photo!
October 31st, 2010 - 00:22
Hi, I’m an admin for a group called Exposition (Add 1 – Comment 2 ) Sweeper Active, and we’d love to have this added to the group!
Fantastic old rusty crusty!
October 31st, 2010 - 00:51
Rusty heaven!
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October 31st, 2010 - 01:14
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October 31st, 2010 - 02:12
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October 31st, 2010 - 02:27
nice patterns
October 31st, 2010 - 02:31
Looks like a honey comb to me.
October 31st, 2010 - 02:34
I told you
you are GOOOD
at those stunning compostion
Love that one
October 31st, 2010 - 03:22
pretty griddy
October 31st, 2010 - 03:33
Hi, I’m an admin for a group called Gridworld, and we’d love to have this added to the group!
October 31st, 2010 - 04:31
So well-seen, and so well-composed.
October 31st, 2010 - 04:38
wonderful
October 31st, 2010 - 05:14
strahotna!
October 31st, 2010 - 05:50
fantastic composition – love the textures and patterns
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October 31st, 2010 - 06:28
Excellent my friend !
Thanks.
October 31st, 2010 - 06:35
Wow….!
Mi piace.
October 31st, 2010 - 07:29
Congrats! Another one won! You are amazing!
October 31st, 2010 - 07:50
Congratulations! Your photo is a winner!
Please post your winning photo to the group pool.
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October 31st, 2010 - 07:51
LOL – love that title – but no horses were hurt in the shoot out!! I hope the bartender is okay – he’ll need to serve up another round after those near misses! You know, you not only have a way with pictures – it’s those words you pair them with that make the whole image clearer! Have a good weekend.
October 31st, 2010 - 08:16
I love it! It’s fascinating. You always find something extraordinary to share with us! Respect!
October 31st, 2010 - 08:54
How do you find all these cubes? Just fantastic!!
October 31st, 2010 - 09:18
round ‘em up pardner!!!!!!!
October 31st, 2010 - 09:38
Great picture
October 31st, 2010 - 10:21
great capture!
October 31st, 2010 - 10:52
Framed and famous.
October 31st, 2010 - 11:47
Brilliant, well spotted!
October 31st, 2010 - 12:27
!!!
October 31st, 2010 - 13:13
You are a master at your art.
October 31st, 2010 - 14:02
!!!!!!!!!
seen and admired in gridworld
October 31st, 2010 - 14:16
a sweat sensation…
October 31st, 2010 - 14:21
nice shot!
October 31st, 2010 - 14:33
great shot. lovely composition
October 31st, 2010 - 15:12
glups!! great shot
October 31st, 2010 - 16:02
a few malcontents there, towards the bottom . giddy up!
seen and admired in gridworld
October 31st, 2010 - 16:15
October 31st, 2010 - 16:57
The frog impresses.
October 31st, 2010 - 17:33
Looks like its going to rain.
But seriously, Nice treatment!
October 31st, 2010 - 18:27
Great new skyline – I suppose you could have waitied 6 months for the clouds to roll in. I’ll check out the tutorial.
October 31st, 2010 - 19:12
this is so bad that i’m going to favorite it.
heh
hehe
hehehehehehehehehehehhehehehehehe
October 31st, 2010 - 20:04
england: 400 rainy days per year
October 31st, 2010 - 20:34
Nice job on the sky…love it! I need to learn how to do that.
October 31st, 2010 - 21:07
Beautiful work !
October 31st, 2010 - 21:20
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October 31st, 2010 - 21:25
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It’s kinda hard for me to see what that is. Roof=tiles? A working field shot from above? Hmm… I do like the strong diagonals tho.
October 31st, 2010 - 22:54
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I like this
October 31st, 2010 - 23:43
Hi, I’m an admin for a group called A lot of ………., and we’d love to have your photo added to the group.
November 1st, 2010 - 00:00
Great moss image.
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November 1st, 2010 - 01:51
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totally inspiring!
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November 1st, 2010 - 02:31
This brilliant photo is like a shooting star,
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November 1st, 2010 - 03:16
This brilliant photo is like a shooting star,
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November 1st, 2010 - 03:44
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November 1st, 2010 - 04:39
Great pair of shots
Would look brilliant framed BIG on a white wall!
November 1st, 2010 - 05:02
Hmmm… I’ve been thinking of hanging a show of rusty abstracts, framed + textured like paintings….
November 1st, 2010 - 05:42
you should! i’d love to see some large prints of your photos. all you need is a $4000 epson ultrachrome printer. * drool drool *
November 1st, 2010 - 05:52
I’m saving up to have some giclee prints done, maybe on canvas? I’d like to find a way to add extra texture/varnish to the surface… maybe PVA? This calls for some experimentation… *twists handlebar mustache ends*
November 1st, 2010 - 06:51
Wonderful rusty colours – love the composition of this one!
November 1st, 2010 - 07:09
Great angle and colours
November 1st, 2010 - 07:57
good question !
November 1st, 2010 - 08:12
Interesting piece!
Could it be springs for the rail carriages/car
November 1st, 2010 - 09:08
Thanks, Henry and Zeno.
Zeno, the springs, even on an engine, I believe, are coiled. I’m hoping some railroad buff will see this and help out.
November 1st, 2010 - 09:40
Magnifica captura, saludos
November 1st, 2010 - 10:17
No idea, but I like the photo!
November 1st, 2010 - 10:23
Looks like the springs that used to go on the old freight wagons. Great textures in this image.
November 1st, 2010 - 11:08
love that rust
November 1st, 2010 - 11:35
Thank you, all!
November 1st, 2010 - 12:14
You find the most interesting stuff. This is pretty cool.
November 1st, 2010 - 13:10
Thanks, erjk.
November 1st, 2010 - 13:42
Nice bit of rust. Interesting as I live 17 miles from the original Buckingham and live in Buckinghamshire.
November 1st, 2010 - 14:13
Thank you for the view and comment. There is nothing like a name and what it means to someone.
November 1st, 2010 - 14:48
under water broke bike
November 1st, 2010 - 15:21
hahaha
why noooot
its the same
rusty rusty
November 1st, 2010 - 16:04
Wonderful texture shot!