Rule of thirds? Leading lines? The Fibonacci spiral? Learn it all with our deep archive of photography composition tips for beginner, intermediate and pro photographers.
As a photographer, one of your most compelling tools is the ability to harness light to reveal the intricate textures within your subjects. Whether you’re capturing the delicate veins of a leaf, the worn grains of a wooden table, or the rugged roughness of a rocky landscape, the right lighting can make these textures pop, […]
Diagonal lines are used by photographers to lead a viewer’s eyes to a particular spot in the composition. This spot is often the subject or very near the subject. Related reminder: only 1 day left for the Advanced Composition Guide at 78% Off Create Visual Tension Visual tension is created by a diagonal line. This […]
This article is based on concepts from The Advanced Composition Guide which is currently 78% off if you want to dig deeper for further training. Leading lines are a “first try” composition tool for many photographers when they attempt to consciously compose a photograph. The reason for this is that they’re often easily spotted within […]
The bottom line to any great image is composition, and how creative you are with your compositions will determine your ultimate photography success. Have you ever wondered why the great photographers produce such stunning images? Simple. They use keys that are available to all of us. Learn to use these keys regularly, and your images […]
A very powerful method of improving the composition of photos is the use of lines. Properly used, lines can significantly increase the impact of images. Lines serve to affect photographic composition in two ways. First, they serve to create a mood. Second, they lead the eye through the photograph. By affecting mood, lines add emotional content […]
In the physical world, it’s pretty easy to understand the concept of balance. In the photography world, the concept of balance is a bit more muddled. This article is based on concepts from The Advanced Composition Guide which is currently 78% off if you want to dig deeper for further training. Balance within photography is […]
This updated & expanded in-depth guide rolls years and years of practical knowledge, condensed into 239 pages packed with training, illustrations, and assignments. Advanced Composition goes far beyond knowing what composition is… (or, even knowing what the tools of composition are). Develop the SKILLS of anticipation, pre-visualization, and timing that are core to capturing great […]
Everything today is about getting things done fast. For the most part, we consider that a good thing. However, in photography, slowing down for one second to complete this simple task will significantly improve your photos immediately! For today’s lesson, I’m going to share with you this seemingly insignificant step that many photographers tend to […]
Capturing an image of a moving subject can be one of the most exciting yet challenging tasks for a photographer. Whether it’s a bustling crowd, a running animal, or a speeding vehicle, managing the focus in these situations can be tough. But with the right knowledge and techniques, it can be handled with ease. This […]
As photographers, we are storytellers, using the language of visual elements to translate the three-dimensional world onto a two-dimensional plane. Understanding the art of composition is crucial to capturing compelling images that narrate our unique perspective of the world. It’s like arranging the notes of a melody to create a harmonious song. Related note: spring […]
