Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds is a very popular and essential technique which will certainly help you to take great photos. This widely used method (of photographic composition) is one of the important aspects of digital photography. In many digital photography courses for beginners have stressed the importance of Rule of Third. It not only gives any photo enthusiast a well balanced picture but also turns out very interesting pictures.

1. Divide Your Viewfinder or LCD Screens Into Thirds

What you have to do in Rule of Thirds is to visually divide an image or Viewfinder or LCD down into one thirds both horizontally and vertically, so that you have nine rectangular parts. Now you have to imagine where the lines intersect. By placing your objects or subjects at these intersections, you will often realize a delightful and well balanced photo. Many of us usually place the subjects exactly in middle resulting in an image which normally look dull and boring. This means a simple shift in composition by following this Rule of Third will change the image dramatically. The Rule of Thirds is one of the primary and essential rules of composition in any type of photography.

2. Placing a Second Object as a Counter Point

When an image or its center of interest is kept over one of these intersections, and at the same time by placing a second object as a Counter Point at the immediately opposite intersections, a well balanced picture can be obtained. How will this help you to improve your photos? When you use the Rule of Thirds appropriately will help you to produce well balanced pictures soothing to the eye.

3. Position Things Relative to Edge.

When using the Rule of Thirds, you have to make sure to position the subject close proximity to the edges of the frame thereby eliminating tiny things surrounded by empty space.

When you follow the above steps coupled with your ability to see things in a composition,The Rule of Thirds is an excellent tool for any photography specially it has become the standard in digital photographer. On final advice the rules are meant to be broken that means once you master the Rule of third, try to manipulate it subject to how you want to demonstrate your subject or how to tell your story. In essence, photography is an art which can have many options which sky is the limit.

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