Rule of Thirds
The next area we will cover is the “Rule of Thirds”. In the previous assignment we talked about “subject”. Each good photo should have a clear subject. The rule of thirds helps to bring focus to the subject. To understand the rule divide the picture into thirds top to bottom and left to right like the example below.
Studies show when people look at photos they tend to focus on where these lines intersect. These areas are the strong areas of the photo. These strong areas are where you will place the “subject” of the photo. This will make the shot more interesting. For example, in the photo on the left the subject is centered in the photo. On the right the subject of the photo has been moved to the focal point of the photo. The picture becomes more interesting and balanced.
Go to the following website and read the article on the rule of thirds.
http://www.digital-photography-school.com/rule-of-thirds
It is important to remember this rule comes naturally to some people. Others (who are great photographers) have to think about this rule.
In the photo below the girls eyes are where the two lines intersect and she is positioned slightly to the left. The hair flows right along the left line and brings attention to the subject of this photo (a little girl with a Rapunzel wig). The rule of thirds used in this photo helps make the subject clear and helps the photo tell a story. You can almost hear her say “look at my wonderful hair”.
Look how the barn and the dead tree both fall under the rule of thirds.
The moon falls roughly within the rule of thirds, think how it would look if it was dead center.
Assignment #3
Your assignment is to take a great photo that demonstrates the rule of thirds. Keep in mind your photo must have a subject like in the previous assignment. You should take at least 20-30 photos before you begin to sort through what you have. You should identify 2-3 photos that fit the assignment well and that you like. Ask for advice from at least 3 people and use their input to help you choose one GREAT photo that demonstrated this rule. Keep in mind that people may ask you to provide input on their photos. Be polite and help each other.
Your blog post should include:
At least two photos that is a great demonstration of the rule of thirds.
At least 2-3 sentences for each photo explaining why you feel your photo demonstrates this rule.
Using the last lesson also explain the subject.
Any additional information that can help me understand your perspective and why this is a good photo. This will help me provide feedback so you can better understand the rule
Due Wednesday March 14th.
The next area we will cover is the “Rule of Thirds”. In the previous assignment we talked about “subject”. Each good photo should have a clear subject. The rule of thirds helps to bring focus to the subject. To understand the rule divide the picture into thirds top to bottom and left to right like the example below.
Studies show when people look at photos they tend to focus on where these lines intersect. These areas are the strong areas of the photo. These strong areas are where you will place the “subject” of the photo. This will make the shot more interesting. For example, in the photo on the left the subject is centered in the photo. On the right the subject of the photo has been moved to the focal point of the photo. The picture becomes more interesting and balanced.
Go to the following website and read the article on the rule of thirds.
http://www.digital-photography-school.com/rule-of-thirds
It is important to remember this rule comes naturally to some people. Others (who are great photographers) have to think about this rule.
In the photo below the girls eyes are where the two lines intersect and she is positioned slightly to the left. The hair flows right along the left line and brings attention to the subject of this photo (a little girl with a Rapunzel wig). The rule of thirds used in this photo helps make the subject clear and helps the photo tell a story. You can almost hear her say “look at my wonderful hair”.
Look how the barn and the dead tree both fall under the rule of thirds.
The moon falls roughly within the rule of thirds, think how it would look if it was dead center.
Assignment #3
Your assignment is to take a great photo that demonstrates the rule of thirds. Keep in mind your photo must have a subject like in the previous assignment. You should take at least 20-30 photos before you begin to sort through what you have. You should identify 2-3 photos that fit the assignment well and that you like. Ask for advice from at least 3 people and use their input to help you choose one GREAT photo that demonstrated this rule. Keep in mind that people may ask you to provide input on their photos. Be polite and help each other.
Your blog post should include:
At least two photos that is a great demonstration of the rule of thirds.
At least 2-3 sentences for each photo explaining why you feel your photo demonstrates this rule.
Using the last lesson also explain the subject.
Any additional information that can help me understand your perspective and why this is a good photo. This will help me provide feedback so you can better understand the rule
Due Wednesday March 14th.
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