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Work in groups and mark the images to show composition rules that have been applied Rule of thirds Viewpoints Framing Contrast Balance Symmetry & Pattern Negative Space Leading lines To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs

Balance Symmetry & Patterns Negative Space Leading lines Contrast - The contrast rule directs that light subjects should be placed against dark backgrounds and vice versa. Negative space is the area which surrounds the main subject in your photo (the main subject is known as the "positive space"). Rule of thirds is a concept many art forms in which the frame is divided into nine imaginary sections. This creates reference points which act as guides for framing the image. Symmetry and patterns, both natural and man-made., They can make for very eye-catching compositions, particularly in situations where they are not expected. Another great way to use them is to break the symmetry or pattern in some way, introducing tension and a focal point to the scene. Viewpoint refers to the position we take the photograph from. This will also be the position you place the viewer in when they are looking at your finished shot. The viewpoint can dramatically change the feel of the photograph. Framing refers to using elements of a scene to create a frame within your frame. For example, you might shoot through a doorway, pulled back curtains, branches, fences, tunnels, or arches to highlight your subject. Adding a focal point through framing shows a viewer exactly where to look. Balance is a compositional technique in photography that puts together images within a frame so that the objects are of equal visual weight. Leading lines - Used to draw the viewer's eye through a photograph. They are intentional or unintentional, natural lines created in the space of the photograph. - straight, diagonal, curvy, zigzag, radial can be used to enhance a composition Balance Symmetry & Patterns Negative Space Leading lines Rule of thirds Viewpoints Framing Contrast To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs

Composition Converging lines draws your eye into image, light at end, focal point, darker on the sides, symmetry, balance, Pattern Black and white

Balance Symmetry & Patterns Negative Space Leading lines Rule of thirds Viewpoints Framing Contrast Be very creative with setting up your shots and as a result have a collection of interesting images that clearly show at least 5 different compositional rules. Added notes for each image that explains how the image demonstrates the rule/s used Taken a wide range of photographs that demonstrate a good understanding of at least 4 different compositional rules Taken a range of photographs that demonstrate at least 3 different compositional rules Added the rule name beside each image To understand what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs Take a series of photographs that demonstrate the rules of composition. You must use your camera settings knowledge to get the best shots possible Present your photos and notes in the ppt ‘The Basics’ Save into student in folder

Rule of thirds The basic principle behind the rule of thirds is to imagine breaking an image down into thirds (both horizontally and vertically) so that you have 9 parts. The rule of thirds is a rule of thumb or guideline which applies to the process of composing visual images, designs, films, paintings and photographs. To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs

Rule of thirds The theory is that if you place points of interest in the intersections or along the lines that your photo becomes more balanced and will enable the viewer of the image to interact with it more naturally. Studies have shown that when viewing images that people’s eyes usually go to one of the intersection points most naturally rather than the centre of the shot  To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs

What are the points of interest in this shot? To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs In learning how to use the rule of thirds (and then to break it) the most important questions to be asking of yourself are: What are the points of interest in this shot? Where am I intentionally placing them? Remember that breaking the rule can result in some striking shots – so once you’ve learnt it experiment with purposely breaking it to see what you discover.

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What composition rule/s have been used? To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs What composition rule/s have been used? Balance Symmetry & Pattern Negative Space Leading lines Rule of thirds Viewpoints Framing Contrast

What composition rule/s have been used? To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs What composition rule/s have been used? Balance Symmetry & Pattern Negative Space Leading lines Rule of thirds Viewpoints Framing Contrast

What composition rule/s have been used? To understand compositional rules and what makes a good composition Apply composition rules within a range of your photographs What composition rule/s have been used? Balance Symmetry & Pattern Negative Space Leading lines Rule of thirds Viewpoints Framing Contrast

Other compositions to try Leading lines Symmetry Negative space Framing