Tips to be a better Photographer

By Beza Bisrat, Shane Stephens, Mac Culpepper, and Katie Hermann

Rule of Thirds

• Position important elements on lines.• Balance adds interest to photos

Balancing Elements

• Placing subject off center:– Adds Interest to photo– BUT leaves open space.• Include other objects to fill void

- Keep weight distributed properly.

Leading Lines

• Use lines in image to:– Impact way people view the image– Changes the photo composition– Straight, Diagonal, Curvy, Zigzag, radial

Symmetry and Patterns

• Natural and humanly created patterns• Make images pop out, or can introduce

tension.