The Positive Impact of Negative Space in Photography

When we take photos, we usually focus our attention on the subject and make sure it stands out in the shot. In our efforts to do so, we might place less importance to the empty areas in the frame. Negative space, or the areas not being occupied by the subject and other objects, can actually… Continue reading The Positive Impact of Negative Space in Photography

Emphasize Patterns in Composition

Graphic elements such as shapes, lines, colors and forms, appear more powerful when they are repeated and become patterns. In photography, patterns in your composition can provide a strong and distinct visual impact that can quickly hook a viewer’s attention. Patterns are Everywhere You Look The world around us is filled with patterns. They can… Continue reading Emphasize Patterns in Composition

Playing with Perspective in Your Image Composition

Perspective is one of the techniques used in image composition. It presents a three-dimensional subject or scene in a two-dimensional plane, and here is where your creativity lies. With the proper use of perspective you can give your shots more impact, by showing the relationships between objects in terms of distance, depth, space and scale.… Continue reading Playing with Perspective in Your Image Composition

Dealing with Light and Composition in Landscape Photography

For those attracted to majestic and dramatic natural sceneries, or to everything full of color, landscape photography can be their haven. Landscape photography offers a huge span of interpretations and possibilities. There are many factors which affect how a landscape is rendered in a photograph. The most important ones are the time of the year… Continue reading Dealing with Light and Composition in Landscape Photography

7 Tips and Tricks for Better Photo Composition

There are as many ways to take a photo as there are photographers. But, in order for a photo to be pleasing to the eye and for its message to be channeled clearly, it must be composed in a correct way. Although there aren’t any strict rules about how a composition should be, there are… Continue reading 7 Tips and Tricks for Better Photo Composition

Approach To Composition In Photography

Composition is the act of organizing and juxtaposing different elements of an image in order to obtain a coherent set. The elements in a photograph may be small or large in number. They are characterized by different shapes, colors, lines and textures. It is the photographer’s job to take consideration over all of these factors… Continue reading Approach To Composition In Photography