Photography basics
The Photography Basics that we will explore in this section of the website are the rule of thirds, leading lines, diagonal lines, framing, figure vs. background, fill the frame, dominant eye, patterns and repetition, and symmetry. The rule of thirds occurs when the frame is broken up into thirds, either horizontally or vertically, or when it is broken into ninths by crossing horizontal and vertical lines of thirds. When broken into thirds, the main subjects of the photograph should be separated into the thirds. When broken into ninths, the focal points should be at the intersections of the lines. The next photography basic is leading lines. This occurs when the lines lead you to a point. All lines in the photograph would eventually lead to the same point when this is done properly. Another photography basic is diagonal lines. Diagonal lines can go in different directions and can make the images interesting and can lead the viewer to different areas of the image. Framing occurs when the main subject of the image is framed naturally by something within the photograph. Figure versus background is about showing a noticeable difference between the main subjects in the photograph and the background behind them. Fill the frame occurs when the entire frame of the image is filled with the main subject. I love to use fill the frame when I am photographing my family. Dominant eye is when the photographer centers only one of the subject’s eyes in the center of the frame. This gives the illusion that the subject’s eyes are looking at you no matter what direction you are looking from. Patterns and repetition occur in photographs when one or more objects in a photo repeat to make a pattern or rhythm within the photograph. The last photography basic is symmetry. This is when one half of a photograph reflects the other half. Symmetry can be horizontal or vertical, as long as the halves are symmetrical.
There are nine subpages to this section. Hover over the words "Photography Basics" on the main website menu to view the subpages which have photos that represent each of the nine basic compositions of photography.
There are nine subpages to this section. Hover over the words "Photography Basics" on the main website menu to view the subpages which have photos that represent each of the nine basic compositions of photography.