Leading Lines
Rule of Thirds
The rule of thirds is applied by aligning a subject with the guide lines and their intersection points, placing the horizon on the top or bottom line, or allowing linear features in the image to flow from section to section. The corresponding ratio is 1 to 1 per rectangle. So it’s close to the Phi Grid but not precise.
Golden Ratio or Phi Grid
The golden ratio is a ratio which has continued to surprise artists, scientists, musicians and mathematicians for centuries. The reason being is that the golden ratio seems to pop up everywhere. The golden ratio has been claimed to have held a special fascination for at least 2,400 years, and is based on the Fibonacci sequence, which was developed by a mathematician in the 12th century.
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Triangles
Triangles are a great way of combining different com-positional techniques, such as lines and paths, using them to create a more interesting aspect of a photograph. The best thing about using triangles is their ability to make a photo feel stable or unstable.
Figure on Ground
Figure of Ground relationship is a clear distinction between figure (subject) and ground (background). A light figure on a dark background, or a dark figure on a light background.
Diagonals
Diagonal lines generally work well to draw the eye of an image’s viewer through the photograph. They create points of interest as they intersect with other lines and often give images depth by suggesting perspective.