composition
Improve your composition with these tips from a photographer who worked with Ansel Adams
When it comes to composition, there are generally two schools of thought. The first is to strictly obey the “rules” they’ve read or been taught….
This photographer is using video games to teach photo composition
Game screenshots are common and popular on social media, and have been a thing ever since streamers started streaming. I’ve never been a big fan…
Learn to understand the “rules” so you know when and how to break them
Photography is packed so full of “rules”. Well, they’re more like guidelines, really. But the “rules” seem to tear photographers up into two camps. The…
The importance of background in photography composition
Today I will discuss the importance of background in photography composition illustrated with some examples of mine. Part of a larger series covering elements of…
Check out these unique camera angle ideas to step up your composition
Composition is a wonderful thing. There are so many ways to compose your shot effectively, and there are all kinds of “rules” out there as…
Why negative space is important in photography
Negative space in photography, design, sculpture or any other creative pursuit is equally as important as is positive space in overall composition. It’s all about…
How to use symmetry to create strong impact in your photography
I’m currently writing a series of blog articles on photography composition. The two previous articles on composition covered are The Rule of Thirds in photography…
Back to basics: Mastering the Rule of Thirds in photography
The rule of thirds in photography. I know… I’m going back to basics but since I just published an article on the importance of Leading…
The importance of leading lines in photography
Leading lines in photography are existing lines within the frame of a photograph which the photographer has deliberately aligned/arranged (prior to taking the photo) by…
Seven composition techniques you can learn from “The Queen’s Gambit”
Watching movies and TV series is not only a great pastime activity on cold winter days but also a great way to find inspiration…









































