Creative Media BTEC: Photography UNIT 57: Composition of Photogrpahs

Focal Points

Most pictures should have a point of interest
This is known as a focal point because it's what the viewer is drawn their attention to
Adds a sense of depth and helps construct the photograph
Their is usually only one focal point in a single photo
Focal Points sometimes gives a sense of realism and perspective
Does not be massive to do it's job
Colour can always help - a drop of bright colour will draw in attention
They create a lot of visual suspense
A picture doesn't always have to only one focal point - Two or more can produce an incredible images because the image will be confusing the viewer as they don't know which one ro specifically look at.

Focal Point

Rule of Thirds

You use rule of thirds automatically in your mind
Use the rule of thirds now that identifies 4 important parts of the image you should consider placing your point on interest
gives 4 lines that are useful elements from balancing your photo
Theory - if you place point if interest in the squares or on the lines, the photo becomes clearer and more balanced - they will be able to interact more naturally
Might be more natural for some people rather than others
when learning it - always ask yourself
What are the points of interest taking the shot?
Where am i intentionally placing them?
Keep the rule of thirds in your mind as you edit your photo later on.

Rule of Thirds

What makes a good photograph?

- Good Subject

- Good Lighting

- Good Composition

Don't

- Take a Photo in the dark

Leading Lines

If a photo has strong lines in it, make sure they leave the eye into the frame rather than away from it

Viewpoint/ Angles

- Vary Angles - Shoot at different angles capture the subject and a different point of view, make the camera higher or lower than the average person would do. for dramatic enhancement, Take some photos for birds eye or worms eye view