Photo by: Luke Stackpoole
If you’ve wondered why some photos just look better, one of the secrets is often the composition. In this guide, we lay out 7 composition tips that will improve your photos, providing clear, straightforward ways to transform your shots from good to great.
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1. HARNESSING THE RULE OF THIRDS
The Rule of Thirds serves as an important compositional tool in photography, especially for beginners. Imagine your frame divided into nine equal rectangles, created by two horizontal and two vertical lines. The magic happens when you place your main subject along these lines or at their intersecting points. It’s a simple trick, but one that can drastically improve the overall composition of your photos.
This rule is such a fundamental part of good composition that many modern cameras and smartphones have a Rule of Thirds grid overlay feature. This handy tool
