Rule Of Thirds Day...

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Another problem I have with my photographs is keeping them interesting.

I can keep color in them. And I am working on clarity.

But visual interest, Eh... I'm not doing so good there.

So after searching around I have found a lot of info on the rule of thirds.

Basically divide your screen or photo into nine parts of a grid.

Sort of like a tic tac toe grid. My camera has a feature in the options.

Place points of interest on the lines or corners of the grid to

give the picture better visual interest.

Here are some tips to keep in mind.

(1) Avoid cutting your landscape in half by placing the horizon in the middle.

Accent spacious places by keeping the horizon low in the picture.

To make the picture emphasize closeness position the

horizon on the top third line high in the picture.

(2) Choose an angle that allows the natural lines of a bridge or

road to lead the viewers eyes to your main point of interest. 

Diagonal lines are dynamic, curved lines are flowing and graceful.

(3) When doing portraits use the grid lines for placing peoples eyes or

for group shots use them to place their heads.

(4) Use the vertical grid lines for things like trees, waterfalls,

a person with a background or foreground, or a main point of architecture.

(5) If you want a specific focal point use the corners of the middle square.

(6) Don't forget that the thirds rule is a guide and can be broken.

~ There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs~