Composition // Taking better photographs
The rule of thirds is the traditional guideline for creating an image that is pleasing to the eye. First, think of your image as a fractional whole. The world is full of examples of mathematically pleasing objects. When taking a photograph place your main subject in the middle of your frame, OR in a fractional portion of the image. Below the first photograph is shown with the traditional rule of thirds lines. The golden triangle lines are shown on the next image. A classical rule of composition, the golden triangle is used in photography and paintings. Because this image has triangles in the image, it works perfectly with the golden triangle! <3
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Try This: Turn the Grid feature on your smartphone camera or other camera.
Composition can make or break a photograph. It is the very first thing my eye notices when looking at a one or when making one. One HUGE tip I can give you right now is to turn on the GRID on your camera. Yes, your smartphone and your camera both have a grid function. Consult your users manual or google how to turn on the grid for the exact model of your camera. Typically its the rule of thirds grid which makes for SUCH an easy reminder for composing your images on the fly.
Use those thirds!
Practice will eventually make this old hat. As when learning any new skill it is best learned with repetition. Once your grid is on to remind you to use it, try using it while on a family trip or outing with your kiddos. Of course post it on social media with the hashtag #EsterCobe52 for this week’s topic of Composition.
- EsterCobe 52 Week 1 :: Phoneography Tips & Tricks with Molly B of Ester Cobe Photography // The Photojournalistic Black + White Photograph
- EsterCobe52 Week 2 // Documenting Dad :: Tips and Tricks on how to capture dad with the kids by Molly B of Ester Cobe Photography
- EsterCobe52 Week 3 // Ideas, Tips and Tricks on Documenting Water
- EsterCobe52 Week 4 // Negative Space in Photography Tips and tricks
- EsterCobe52 Week 5 // Fourth of July!
- EsterCobe52 Week 6 // Document your days
- EsterCobe52 Week 7 // Framing
- EsterCobe52 Week 8 // Documenting Love
- EsterCobe52 Week 9 // Exposure Triangle
- EsterCobe52 Week 10 // Portraits
- EsterCobe52 Week 11 // Connection
- EsterCobe52 Week 12 // Back to School
- EsterCobe52 Week 13 // Macro Photography
- EsterCobe52 Week 14 // Home :: Capturing Life
- EsterCobe52 Week 15 // Composition
