COMPOSITION AND FRAMING

What are some ways we can achieve a better looking image?
- We can ensure we maximise the usage of the image, make sure the background is not distracting.
- We can ensure the subject of the photo is clearly seen.
- We can place subjects to one side of the frame

There are rules and theories that help photographers produce better images.

Rule of thirds - which is a simple method which splits the frame

Lines - important role of composition
Diagonal lines - dynamic

Lines can be used to lead the viewer, this is called leading lines such as Roads, paths, fences etc. Here are some examples i found on the internet . Leading the viewers following the lines.

Balance - if we can incorporate geometric shapes into images, this can also invoke.

Another element of balance is the use of symmetrical balance - makes image powerful, strong and gives an equal balance. Using shapes to help generate interesting images (geometric shapes - triangles)

Framing can be used to help subjects more interesting. You can also have frames with in a frame.

Here are some images i took following all these theories.

This image shows the theory of Rule of Thirds. If you split the subject you would see that 

the model is right on the line on the right side of the rule of thirds lines.

using the Rule of thirds gives interesting composition and makes it more interesting to look at.

These two images shows framing. I used the frame within a frame idea. as you can see with 

the first image there are a few shapes within each other by using the doorways of the corridor, 

it is almost similar to using the leading the viewer as you can almost look through the doorway and follow the photograph. The second photograph is also following the same idea of a frame with in the frame by using the lift being open as a frame around the model.

This image shows symmetrical balance, it isn't exactly the same but each side is busy which gives a balance. The divided lines in the middle of the photo give a symmetrical line.

 The ceiling shows symmetry. As the architecture is symmetrical, i took the image on a low angle looking up to show the ceiling.