1. More About Composition

2. Composition Composition is the placement of elements within the restriction of the frame of the photo according to the principles of design It is the creative side of photography (vs. the technical)

3. Composition is determined by the elements and principles of art Elements Shape Color Value Space Form Texture Line Principles Balance Proportion Rhythm / Movement Variety Unity Emphasis

4. Subject and Treatment A photo can be broken down into two parts: the subject, and the treatment the subject is given

7. Which of these photos displays the “Rule of Thirds?” Which is more visually appealing?

8. The Importance of Line Horizontal and vertical lines = Stability

9. Diagonal lines = Action and Tension

10. How are the lines in these images arranged differently?

11. Curved lines = Peacefulness

12. … OR action / movement

13. Leading lines = Lines that draw the eye around the composition

14. - OR draw the eye right to the focal point