"Consulting the rules of composition before making a picture is a bit like consulting the laws of gravity before going for a ...

The first rules of composition for photography is that there are no rules. Not really. The ‘rules’ are simply starting points for more creative imagery. They are helpful when you’re just beginning but ...

From the rule of thirds to leading lines, these are the core principles of photographic composition. Feel free to smash them to pieces. By Harry Guinness/Popular Photography Posted on Sep 24, 2022 ...

Anyone can press a shutter button, but shooting a striking photo requires special talent. Once you know the basics of exposure and have a general idea of composition, it’s time to take your ...