ASSIGNMENT 46
Leading Lines
ASSIGNMENT
Leading lines do just what they say: They lead the eyes of the viewer to the subject. They can take many forms and can be as simple as a path, lines on the pavement, or even a wall. They can also be more complex and can be a part of architecture or a sign.
TECHNIQUE
I don’t remember when I started to incorporate leading lines into my compositions. I think it just happened naturally. The seasoned street photographer doesn’t need to think about it—it just becomes the way you see. It’s what I call “seeing photographically.” If we had to work through a mental checklist of every element that makes a strong photograph, we would always miss the shot. These decisions happen subconsciously in a fraction of a second. ...
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