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The Rules of Photography Unit 57: Photography and Photographic Practice Terminology P1, P2, M1, M2 Paige Ward

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The Rules of PhotographyUnit 57: Photography and Photographic Practice Terminology

P1, P2, M1, M2

Paige Ward

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Rule of thirdsThe rule of third is a guideline which applies when taking an image. The guideline is divided into 3 with 2 imaginary lines. Divison of composition/ photograph so that the focal point on one of the intersections.

Landscape

Landscape

LandscapePortrait

Portrait Portrait

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FramingThis technique is used to focus on the subject for example; • Windows• Doorways• Natural• Physical elementsFraming can make a large image which can keep the viewer’s focus on the framed object. It can add depth to a photo and it can make the image more interesting.

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Leading Lines

This is when the eye is being led from the front to the back of the image. The use of lines can be used to direct the viewers attention to the subject of the image, the lines can be any shape, but the lines can also direct away from the subject.

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Balancing Elements

This is when you put the main subject off center and it creates a more interesting image, but it can leave a void in the scene which can make it feel empty. You should balance the weight of your subject by including another object of lesser importance to fill the space.

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Symmetry & Patterns

These can be both natural and man-made. They can make an eye catching composition, especially in situations where they’re not expected. A great way to use them is to break the symmetry or pattern in some way which can introduce tension and a focal point to the scene.

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Depth of Field

This occurs as a gradual change, it’s in strong definition, mast clear, can be foreground or background. There can also be a shallow depth of field, which is a small focus point. It is the distance between the nearest and farthest objects in the scene that appear acceptably sharp in an image