How to Masterfully Compose Landscape Images
Sticking to strict rules and guidelines is probably not what you signed up for when you took up photography as a hobby. After all, most creative types prefer to think outside of the box. To…
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How to Crop Images for Better Compositions?
Many photographers consider cropping to be a resizing method or fitting photos to a certain size for post-production. But the fact is that cropping is a much deeper concept, and I consider it to be…
8 Sure-Fire Ways to Improve Your Compositions
What is it that makes a great photograph so great? Behind every fantastic photo is a carefully planned composition, strategically developed to evoke particular emotions, draw our eyes to the subject, or embrace us within…
How to Use the Golden Ratio to Create Stunning Compositions
The Rule of Thirds and the Golden Ratio are some of the most foundational concepts in the world of photography. The Golden Ratio is essentially a design principle based on the ratio of 1 to…
The One Composition Rule You Should Use for Every Photo: Fill the Frame
Composition is one of the most important creative aspects of photography. The rules of composition get debated often. But the one rule you should use for every photograph is seldom emphasized. © Kevin Landwer-Johan Fill…
The Composition Checklist ✓
Composition is a vital aspect of photography, but remembering composition rules and techniques can be challenging when you’re new to photography. Once you’ve learned the rules and guidelines you can really push your work and…
Can’t-Miss Composition Techniques for Beginner Photographers
Composing your images is probably the hardest part of the photography process, but this is where you can unleash your creativity. Even professional photographers are continually working on and learning new composition techniques, a few…
How to Arrange a Photographic Composition With the Rule of Thirds
Any photographer worth his salt knows about the rule of thirds. Using it to one’s advantage to ensure that you get the best possible composition in your frame is another story altogether. The rule of…
Previsualization: Taking the Perfect Shot on the First Try
A professional photography workflow often consists of three main components: previsualization, the act of taking the photo, and post-production. Taking a proper picture requires correct adjusting of the ISO, aperture, shutter speed and other camera…