Rules of Composition by Various Animals

Rules of Composition
(with help from animals)

Rule of Thirds

Following this rule means subject is off center, usually in an imaginary corner of a middle triangle

Balance

Much like the rule of thirds, but usually involves the subject in front with less important objects in the background

Leading Lines

Used to draw attention towards a subject or enhance composition

Symmetry/Patterns

Catches the viewers eye by creating tension and focal point

Viewpoint

Gives perspective on the subject in the photo

Background

Helps to keep focus on the subject by making the rest of the photo simple

Depth

Helps to make an image 3 dimensional

Frame

Isolates the subject by surrounding it with its environment

Cropping

Keeps attention on subject by zooming in

Avoiding Mergers

Making sure one subject doesn't blend into another