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1. Rule of Thirds
Image by Trey Ratcliff.
Imagine that your image is divided into 9 equal segments by 2 vertical and 2
horizontal lines. The rule of thirds says that you should position the most
important elements in your scene along these lines, or at the points where
they intersect.
Doing so will add balance and interest to your photo. Some cameras even
offer an option to superimpose a rule of thirds grid over the LCD screen,
making it even easier to use.
Notice how the building and horizon are aligned along rule-of-thirds lines
2. Balancing Elements
Image by Shannon Kokoska
Placing your main subject off-centre, as with the rule of thirds, creates a
more interesting photo, 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.
Here, the visual "weight" of the road sign is balanced by the building on the other
side of the shot
