2/22/2009

The rule of thirds


the rule of thirds is a compositional rule in visual arts such as painting, photography, design and film. its the idea that if a shot was split into a 3x3 grid the subject would create more tension, energy and interest if it were positioned in coalition with the lines. For example this photo wouldnt look half as satisfying if the tree was directly in the middle. Because the horizon is level with the lower third line and the tree runs through one of the verticle lines the picture has become alot more expressive and complimenting.

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