chapter 6
COMPOSITIONAL ELEMENTS
The primary goal of compositional elements is to guide the viewers’ eyes toward the intended story in a photograph. The photographer has the option of conveying the story in a very straightforward manner, or he/she can tell the story subtly and imaginatively. For instance, when a photographer points the camera toward an urban scene, there will be cars, trees, sidewalks, people walking, buildings, windows, doors, and shops. These objects are the tools you use to create an out of the ordinary composition that draws the viewers’ eyes to precisely where you want them. By carefully posing your subjects with various elements in the scene, you can accomplish this goal.
KEY COMPOSITIONAL ELEMENTS
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