This week we learnt about composition and how composition is key when wanting to take the very best photos. The placement and arrangement of a picture can change everything about it. There are certain rules to follow, which ensure that the photo you take is the best it can be.
One of these rules is, the rule of thirds, when you take a picture, you look through the view finder and imagine the screen being split into thirds both in a vertical and horizontal way. When imagining this you should place the main focus on the lines as they travel and/or where two lines meet. Though this very simple it looks more pleasant to the viewer and as a result can completely change the outlook of the picture.
Another key towards composition is framing and using natural frames when taking a picture. The use of natural framing also gives of a sense of under-laying drama presented in the photo. You use a natural frame by looking around and finding any object, shape or light that gives the photo an instant frame feeling. When finding a frame, you next need to look for something as a secondary focus like a bird or a plane- the secondary object should pass in-between your frame as the focus completely changes. Another way a photographer can use a frame is by 'Filling the Frame', this means that a frame isn't needed as the photographer wants to focus on one specific thing. This means that the background is eliminated easily giving a good visual impact.
The arrangement of objects in a picture can be changed to make the picture look different. This can be done by geometry, patterns and textures. Geometry can be done by highlighting objects in the picture which viewers can easily identify. Some examples of objects could be buildings and benches, as well as natural substances such as mountains and waterfalls. When using geometry, you have to remember that the background must not exceed the highlighted object, the object must be the first thing a viewers sees- drawing them in. A photo with repetitive patterns strikes interest with a viewer because its something natural but looks rather unnatural. The repetition of an object creates a good and strong composition.
To create a good photo, you can combine these three rules of composition to do so. With the rule of thirds, leading lines and framing (along with the arrangement of objects/patterns), a good photographic opportunity is there for the viewer to enjoy.
A photographer who uses composition well in his photos is Jim Zuckerman. An example of this is how he uses leading lines to not only attract a viewer towards his photo but also towards the main subject in the photo itself. Taking this photo he took as an example the leading lines not only interest us as a viewer (because of the colours) but it also does exactly what leading lines is for- it leads us towards the main subject in the picture. This is what is going to be seen last despite being the main object.
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