Photography Composition

Leading Line

Leading Line- Line that leads object to other end of the image.

This picture works because the rocks create a line that show distance into the picture.  The rocks are larger in the front then decrease in size until the end. The rocks lead the recycle bin at the end.

 

Rhythm

Rhythm- a strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.

This picture works because the pattern is repeated.  The squares on this tie are equal in color and flow.  This photograph has equal measure between the squares resulting in a repeating pattern.

 

Framing

Framing-  the action of framing something.

This photograph works because the subject is framed.  The two poles act as a barrier around the subject.  The person is in between two poles acting as a frame.

 

 

 Horizontal

Horizontal-  parallel to the plane of the horizon; at right angles to the vertical.

This photo shows “Horizontal” because the picture is wider than it is tall.  The house is very wide therefore portraying a horizontal view.  It is parallel with the horizon line.

 

Vertical

Vertical- at right angles to a horizontal plane; in a direction, or having an alignment, such that the top is directly above the bottom.

This picture works because it is taller than it is wide. The sign is vertical.  The image is narrower than it is wide.