#thepantoneproject

Any of us who ever got a DSLR knows the initial urge as you take the beautiful charcoal black, deliciously heavy equipment into your hand, that you must, you really must become a pro. It subsequently fades for most, but in those first few days, weeks, or perhaps months we are all on the lookout for a project that could keep us engaged and motivated.

Now here is a clever idea from Chicago based photographer, Paul Octavious. This one is iPhone based, but still, a great project to get you going.

Get the 100 pack Pantone Postcard set, match the colours with that of the background, and start snapping.
Here is how the pro Octavious does it:

Would you be surprised to learn that it has caught on? Here is how others have fared:

Will you try it?