COMPOSITION Photography I
What is Composition?
Arrangement of the subject/subjects in a visually pleasing and interesting way
Vantage Point: The angle that a photo is taken from.
There are 5 rules of composition
Annie Leibovitz, Susan
Rules of Composition
5 Rules Rules of Thirds Simplicity Line Framing Balance
Rule of Thirds
Rule of Thirds Picture plane is
divided into 9 equal parts.
The subject is then placed along one of the lines or at one of the 4 intersection points.
Simplicity
Give your subject the most attention
Avoid complicated or busy backgrounds
Martin Schoeller, Angelina Jolie
Line
Line and texture can be used to draw the viewers attention to the subject
Guides the viewer through the photograph
Framing
The photographer uses existing elements to draw the viewers attention to the subject
Balance
How elements are arranged Symmetrical: Evenly
distributes the elements in the photograph.
Asymmetrical: Elements are not evenly distributed. It tends to create more interesting compositions.
Vantage Point
a position or place that affords a wide or advantageous perspective; viewpoint
Jeffery Garland
Jeffery Garland
Why are the rules important?
The rules of composition are meant to work as guidelines for creating photographs that are visually pleasing, engaging, and interesting.