Composition
Rules are meant to be broken? Isn’t it true that one must
understand the rule, before they can break it? Today I will be discussing a
basic image composition rule. Once you understand it feel free to break it.
Every image is YOUR art! I do however want to help you understand what makes an
image visually appealing.
The most common rule of composition is the “rule of thirds”.
You will find this rule amongst a broad spectrum of art- to include paintings
and drawings. The rule of thirds is basically a division of an image to show
the most interesting points. Imagine that your image is divided into 9 equal
segments by 2 vertical and 2 horizontal lines. The cross sections of these
lines is where you should position the subject of your image. In the example
below I have placed my subject in two cross sections. It is okay if the subject
is in only one. If you are taking a
landscape picture having the horizon follow one of the lines will add visual
appeal.
By following the rule of thirds you will add balance and
interest to every image. Keep in mind that there is always an exception to the
rule. Just because an image doesn’t follow the rule does not make it a bad one!
So get out there and try it out! I’d
love to see your photos e-mail them to me at silverlanephotography@yahoo.com
See my two examples below to show how an image can become a
bit dull without following the rule.
The image above is also taken from above the subject. Read last weeks thip at http://silverlanephotographyblog.blogspot.com/2012/08/thips-photography-tips-kids.html
that talks about getting low and at the subjects level!
Thank you for reading today!I hope the examples help to show why the rule of thirds can be an important part of your photography.
Join me next Thursday for more THIPS! ;)
that talks about getting low and at the subjects level!
Thank you for reading today!I hope the examples help to show why the rule of thirds can be an important part of your photography.
Join me next Thursday for more THIPS! ;)
No comments:
Post a Comment