Composition Basics: The Rule of Thirds Understanding the ‘Rule of Thirds’ is a good way to begin playing with your composition technique. A technique that has long been used by artists, the Rule of Thirds can provide similar benefits in your photography. Picture a tic-tac-toe grid (or better yet, draw one on a piece of paper). You will notice that you have nine box areas. Now circle the four center crossing lines in the center (they are the four points on the center box). By placing your subject in any of the points where the lines cross, you will be able to create a heightened dramatic effect and draw the eye to that area. You’ll see that your subject will be off center but will better command attention than had you simply shot a standard centered picture. Before you apply the rule of thirds, consider: What do I want to highlight? Is there anything in the background of interest? What story do I wish to tell? Spending a few moments to ‘think from the end’ will help you decide how to position your subject and whether or not to use any secondary subjects.
Posted on: Tue, 29 Apr 2014 03:00:00 +0000
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