Thursday, 27 January 2011

Rule Of Thirds



The rule of thirds is a crucial concept in photography. It is imaginary lines which divide an image apart with two vertical and two horizontal lines.  To create a powerful picture (above) a photographer would need to place the image where the two lines intersect. This will allow the viewer to look at the image naturally from left to right. By using the rule of thirds helps produce an easy balanced masterpiece instead of just having a dominant image.

In my coursework, I will be interpreting this rule for the photography part. The image must be imagined by me as if it was divided into nine equal parts or panels with two horizontal or vertical lines. This would help determine if the image would consist or involve more eye-catching elements in the position it is used in. 



The rule of thirds can be applied in any portrait images,  as well as landscape images. In this example, the viewer’s attention would be focusing in the middle 3 panels as this is where the buildings and reflection lie in. The rest of the panels would be used to show the colour and the setting of the location as it looks like a place of relaxation and comfort.




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