Use Composition Rules to Take Better Photos

The only rule in photography is that there are no rules. However, there are 514962731_b5f59c63c9many composition guidelines which can be applied in almost any situation, to enhance the impact of a scene. Below are ten of the most popular and most widely respected composition ‘rules’.

Rule of Thirds

Imagine that your image is divided into nine equal segments by two vertical and two horizontal lines. Try to position the most important elements in your scene along these lines, or at the points where they intersect. Doing so will add balance and interest to your photo. Some cameras even offer an option to superimpose a rule of thirds grid over the LCD screen, making it even easier to use…

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Master the Art of Panning to Create Dynamic Pictures

What’s panning? It’s the photo technique that seems to freeze an object in panningmotion against a blur of background movement. Learn how to execute a proper pan with these tips.

Steady hands or a tripod with a nice ball head are a must for a smooth pan. For more tips and example photos, check out the rest of the tutorial below.

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