HOW TO TAKE PICTURES THAT DO NOT SCREAM
“AMATEUR”
By Emily Dee
Rule of Thirds Break image down into thirds (horizontally and
vertically)
Nine squares but four lines
Good Examples of the Rule of Thirds
Bad Examples of the Rule of Thirds
Different AnglesBird eye’s point of view
Worm’s point of view
Different Angles Continued Eye Level
Utilizing Different Types of Lines Horizontal Line- Runs from side to side; Conveys
tranquility and peace
Vertical line- Runs up and down; Conveys strength and power
Diagonal line- Suggests action and energy
Curved line- Suggests sensuality, balance, and flow
Leading Line- Leads viewer’s eye to focal point
Examples of LinesHorizontal Lines
Vertical Lines
Diagonal Lines
Examples of Lines ContinuedCurved Lines
Leading Lines
Do You Know How to Take Better Pictures That Don’t Appear As Amateur Now?
Sources Digital Photography School Website
http://www.photographyicon.com/line/
Google Images
http://www.silverlight.co.uk/tutorials/compose_expose/thirds.html
Senior project mentor- Elizabeth Biles