In this 4 part blog series you will learn how to take better photographs of your children, using your phone! I will be focusing on composition, rather than the tech aspects because I believe this is an excellent starting point for parents to begin! It is the quickest path to creating better, and more beautiful, photographs of your children using your phone!
Soooo let’s get started…
Part 1: Understanding Composition
1) What is Composition?
First and foremost, “composition” describes placement of relative objects and elements in a work of art. Consequently, composition is a key aspect of a good work of art. Good composition requires good balance. It is best to make sure all the elements present are necessary for the idea or story you are trying to pass on.
2) What is Composition in Photography?
Composing an image means arranging elements within it in a way that suits the core idea or goal of your work best. This can be achieved in portrait or still life photography by arranging elements by actually moving the objects or subjects. In lifestyle photography it involves anticipation, since the photographer doesn’t usually have the choice of moving his subjects himself, but has to wait for them to take the most suitable position within the frame. Another way of arranging elements is by changing your own position.
Composition is a way of guiding the viewer’s eye towards the most important elements of your work, sometimes – in a very specific order. A good composition can help make a masterpiece even out of the dullest objects and subjects in the plainest of environments.
Source: https://photographylife.com/what-is-composition-in-photography/
Please see the examples below of each Rule of Composition that we will be learning about! Until, then please visit my website to view my gallery and see if you can identify the rules of composition used in any of my photographs! Send me a message and let me know!
xo Nadia
Examples:
- Rule of Thirds
- Depth of Field
- Viewpoint
