composition
This is why you’re not a great photographer
This is an interesting video from landscape photographer Mark Denney. It’s a discussion on “great” photographers – specifically, great landscape photography. And why many of…
Composition tips for wedding photographers (and everyone else)
Rules are made to be broken but are also made for a reason. Our ‘go-to’ is the widely known rule of thirds, and is considered…
Custom gridlines are coming to Sony cameras – you’ll have to pay for it
Sony announced that users will be able to set and use custom gridlines in-camera. The feature will be available for multiple Sony cameras, but you will have to purchase a separate license to activate it
How to use leading lines to create dynamic photographs
Photography is all about capturing moments and telling stories through images. One powerful technique that can greatly enhance your photos is using compositional rules, such…
What is the golden ratio, and how to use it in photography?
The Golden Ratio is a compositional tool. Composition is the process of arranging your frame to make an image that draws in the viewer and keeps them interested in your photo. Along with exposure and lighting, composition is key to good photography. So, in this article, we’re going to look at the Golden Ratio, learn what it is, how to spot it, and how to use it when composting photos.
All about leading lines in photography
When it comes to composition, photographers have a huge collection of tools and techniques to use to create strong, interesting photographs. The rule of thirds…
Symmetry in photography – everything you need to know
Symmetry exists everywhere around us. It is within nature, for example, in flowers and starfish. This means that artists have been reproducing symmetry in their…
How to use triangles in photography composition
Triangles are versatile and expressive shapes, so it is hardly surprising that they are a bedrock of composition. They are used by painters as well as photographers as a key composition technique. You can use them to organize your frame, to introduce tension into your scene, as an alternative to the rule of thirds, and so much more. This meant we thought it was worth taking a deeper look at triangles in photography.
How to frame your subjects to create depth in your photos
One powerful technique that can elevate your photographs to new heights is framing. By strategically placing your main subject within the frame and incorporating accompanying…
These are the “cheat codes” to make any video cinematic
The term “cinematic” means lots of different things to different people. There are a lot of people out there who believe it’s anything shot on…
