For this task, I took a selection of images using the different Framing and Composition methods. The methods that I explored were, Leading Lines, The Rule of Thirds, Contrast, Symmetry and Depth.
Leading Lines
In this image, I was able to demonstrate the composition method, Leading Lines. It is clear that the metal bars point directly to a specific point of the image. It allows the viewer to be drawn in and encourages them to follow the lines around the image. I think I have been successful in capturing the leading lines method in this image. When reviewing this image, I feel that it conveys a sense of movement as the viewers eyes follow the bars around the image.
The Rule Of Thirds
In this image, I am able to demonstrate the composition method, The Rule of Thirds. I used the grid on the camera screen to place the subject directly in the middle of the photograph. By doing this, it allows the viewer to focus primarily on the main subject. However, in the future, I could use the camera grid to place the subject either side of the middle section. When reviewing this image, it is clear what the main focus is as the subject is standing in the centre of the photograph, through the use of The Rule of Thirds.
Contrast
In this image, I am able to demonstrate the composition method, Contrast. I have identified the difference in brightness and darkness of the sun on the building, in contrast to the shadow that the building casts. To further broaden my knowledge of contrast in the future, I could look for differences in other subjects, such as, Textures.
Symmetry
In this image, I was able to demonstrate the composition method, Symmetry. It shows two subjects exactly the same as each other. However, in the future, I would be keen to find Symmetry in natural settings and buildings. By doing this, as well as a form of Symmetry it could also act as another composition method – Patterns. When reviewing this image, it feels as though the Symmetry used could possibly metaphorically represent other subjects that are not present in the image. This is an idea which I would like to explore further when using Symmetry.
Depth
In this image, I have been able to demonstrate the composition method, Depth. Through the use of the balloons in the foreground of the image, and the subject in the midground of the image and the other items in the background of the image, this image has multiple layers of Depth. Furthermore, this image could also portray contrast, with the silhouetted figure standing in the suns light. When reviewing this image, I feel it gives a sense of mixed emotions through the array of colours, ranging from bright blue in the foreground, to black in the midground.
During this task, I think we were able to successfully demonstrate the multiple composition and framing methods. In the future, I would like to particularly explore The Rule of Thirds and Symmetry further.
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