Rust, Rust, Glorious Rust…

I like rust. I think it is eye-catching with its crumbly, crusty, flaky, earthy colours.  

Rust (Iron Oxide) is formed by the reaction of iron and oxygen in the presence of water or moisture. Any iron mass will eventually convert entirely to rust and disintegrate. Dust to dust.  

The colours of rust are fantastic, earthy colours. This is a photograph I took on holiday at the beach. Look how the colours of the rusty metal barrier are reflected in the earthy colours of the large flint type rock just behind it.

Rust and Rock

To see my daughters photographs of rust look at - http://kathrynashcroft-papermouse.blogspot.com/