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How to Understand and Use Symmetry in Photography Composition

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Symmetry

Symmetry: a mirror image is a duplicate image of an object that is symmetrical about a vertical or horizontal axis.

Symmetry is a popular subject for photographers. It is often seen in nature and is often used to create a beautiful composition in photographs. You can use symmetry to draw the eye to a particular part of the image.

The most famous examples of this include the golden section, which divides the image into two equal parts. If you divide an image into four equal sections, each quarter looks almost exactly like the other three quarters. A golden ratio is the mathematical rule that the golden section is closest to. This means that if you put the golden section at the top left of the image, you can divide the image in half horizontally and vertically and get an exact match in each quarter.

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How to Use Balance in Photography Composition

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Balance in Photography Composition

Balance is the principle of equilibrium or harmony. When looking at a composition, balance can be achieved by placing objects of equal importance close to each other. Alternatively, you can use a visual metaphor to create balance in a photograph, which allows you to add variety and movement to a static subject.

Photographers tend to use different approaches, but you can use many of these ideas in your own photography.

Create visual interest

Balance can be created using visual metaphors, such as symmetry or balance, and contrast. It can also be used to add movement and interest to a still image, and you may wish to use this method when you shoot a moving subject, such as a car or boat.

To add variety to a composition, you can vary the scale of objects or introduce contrasting colors. You can achieve visual balance with a single … Read the rest

How to Use Triangles for Better Composition

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How to Use Triangles to Improve Your Composition

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Triangles are one of the most powerful tools for improving composition. Learn how to use them.

There is nothing like a triangle to make a picture look more interesting. They can add energy, drama, movement and rhythm to a still life. They can suggest tension, give structure to a pattern, or indicate a place for the viewer’s eyes to rest. They can also be used to suggest a range of possibilities or to draw attention to a particular feature.

They can be very subtle, almost invisible, and yet very effective. Take this simple vase of flowers. The flowers are placed on a table, each on its own level. The stems of the flowers form a triangle of equal sides. The stems of the flowers are parallel with the diagonal of the picture. There is no suggestion of a base, but the shape … Read the rest

Composition Techniques for Better Travel Photography

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The composition of an image is one of the most important factors in determining whether a photo will turn out great or not.

The Complete Guide to Composition in Photography
Most photography enthusiasts don’t realize that photography composition is a major factor in the success of

Composition is a term that refers to the arrangement and placement of elements within the frame. These include the horizon, the foreground, the middle ground, the background and the subject itself.

Composition is one of the most overlooked aspects of photography. Many people think that just because they have a nice camera, that they’re automatically going to be able to capture great photos. In reality, you must understand the art of composition to make great photographs.

One of the most common mistakes that amateur photographers make is to place their subjects too close to the camera. This results in a photo with a shallow … Read the rest