composition
How to use leading lines to create dynamic photographs
Aug 21, 2023
Alex Baker
Photography is all about capturing moments and telling stories through images. One powerful technique that can greatly enhance your photos is using compositional rules, such…
What is the golden ratio, and how to use it in photography?
Aug 13, 2023
Daniela Bowker
The Golden Ratio is a compositional tool. Composition is the process of arranging your frame to make an image that draws in the viewer and keeps them interested in your photo. Along with exposure and lighting, composition is key to good photography. So, in this article, we’re going to look at the Golden Ratio, learn what it is, how to spot it, and how to use it when composting photos.
All about leading lines in photography
Aug 10, 2023
Daniela Bowker
When it comes to composition, photographers have a huge collection of tools and techniques to use to create strong, interesting photographs. The rule of thirds…
Symmetry in photography – everything you need to know
Aug 2, 2023
Daniela Bowker
Symmetry exists everywhere around us. It is within nature, for example, in flowers and starfish. This means that artists have been reproducing symmetry in their…
How to use triangles in photography composition
Aug 1, 2023
Daniela Bowker
Triangles are versatile and expressive shapes, so it is hardly surprising that they are a bedrock of composition. They are used by painters as well as photographers as a key composition technique. You can use them to organize your frame, to introduce tension into your scene, as an alternative to the rule of thirds, and so much more. This meant we thought it was worth taking a deeper look at triangles in photography.
How to frame your subjects to create depth in your photos
Jul 31, 2023
Alex Baker
One powerful technique that can elevate your photographs to new heights is framing. By strategically placing your main subject within the frame and incorporating accompanying…
These are the “cheat codes” to make any video cinematic
Jun 8, 2023
John Aldred
The term “cinematic” means lots of different things to different people. There are a lot of people out there who believe it’s anything shot on…
Chasing the Sun: How to predict the sun’s position to improve composition
Jun 8, 2023
Aleksandar Beserminji
Recently, I posted a photo to my Instagram account. Unexpectedly, some media shared the photo, and soon enough, it went viral. Well, maybe better to…
What is the rule of thirds in photography?
Jun 6, 2023
Daniela Bowker
The rule of thirds is probably the best-known compositional rule in photography. At a guess, it’s the first compositional rule beginners learn. It is straightforward…
Ace your next portrait shoot with these composition tips
May 29, 2023
Alex Baker
There’s a lot to think about on a portrait shoot. From locations to lighting, posing and directing your subject, it can easily become daunting, especially…