Composition Examples

Vertical Example

Angled Up Example

Formal Balanced Example

Distance - Close Up Example

Distance- Far Away Example

Distance-Medium Example

Angled Down Example

Framing Example

High Key Example

Horizontal Example

Informal Balance Example

Leading Line Example

Low Key Example

Rhythm Example

Focus - Sharp Example 

Sihouette Example

Focus - Soft Example

Angled- Straight Example

Letters

Juxtaposition

This is an example of juxtaposition photography.

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This is a photograph that in my opinion represents juxtapostion. This is not something you see everyday, and i happened to be snapping a picture at the right moment for this, while someone dropped an ice cube into the cup. I really like this picture just because the cup is vibrant, and is dead center. Also, you can see the water really clearly, and that adds alot.

Triangulation

This is an example of triangulation.

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This is my triangulation photograph. It is not focused on the triangle, but if you look, the first photo frame and the wall make a triangle. I liked this photograph because it was not focused just on a triangle.  Also, the color seems to get darker as it goes further on to the wall, and it just plain out makes the photo look cool!

Overlapping

This is an example of the overlapping technique.

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This is the photograph i took to represent the overlapping technique. It shows a few towels laying on top of each other. I like the fact that the colors of the towels are random, and you can see the texture of them. I think this photo does a nice job of representing overlapping.

Breaking the Rules

This is an example of breaking the  rules of photography.

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This is the photograph i took to represent breaking the rules. I broke the rules in the photograph because its completely centered, and the lighting is really bright. I also didnt include the whole flower pot or entire flower in the picture, yet its not filling the frame.

Arrangement

This is an example photograph of the arrangement technique.

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This is the photograph i shot for arrangement. It was a simple photograph of red apples arranged in a fruit basket on my counter. I edited the photograph to look like they were green apples. It gives the photograph a mysterious look, because the apples are shaped like red ones, not rounded like every other green apple.

Axial Symmetry

This is an example of axial symmetry.

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This is the picture I took to represent axial symmetry. I saw that there were two identical lamps, and candles on my living room table, and figured that this picture would be perfect for axial symmetry. While editing it, i thought it would be cool to give the photo a grainy and old time look. The colors it originally had were really dull, so I figured black and white was a good choice.

Radial Symmetry

This is an example of a radial symmetry photograph.

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This is the picture I took to represent radial symmetry. I picked this because a clock was the first thing I thought of when i thought of radial things in my house. This clock is hanging in my living room, and I like the way it looked. Its got kind of a glow to it, and the Roman Numerals look really cool!

Saving the Environment One Frame at a Time

      The article I read about was about nature photography. In the first couple paragraphs, the author talks about how beautiful landscapes and natural land are disappearing due to construction. Many beautiful sites are becoming malls and fast food joints, and James Schadle, the author, isn't too happy about it. He is concerned about the future. James Schadle wonders if he will have any beautiful landscapes to take pictures of in a few years. He stresses the importance of taking care of our remaining natural Earth, and he wants to do everything he can to save it little by little. He states that his photography "can and does have a positive impact on stemming the tide of habitat reduction and fragmentation."  Some of his beautiful photographs has successfully convinces cities and towns everywhere to set up environmental programs to help the wildlife. James Schadle is one of many working to help the environment, and I support his efforts.

Focal Point

This is an example of a focal point photograph. The train leads off your attention off into the distance.

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This is the photograph I took to represent a focal point. The marker is laying diagonally, and the fact that the cap is a little bit blurry and the end is more clear makes it look cool! I also really enjoy the fact that the red is against the black counter. The shadows on the table add a nice effect.

 

Back, Mid, and Foreground

This is an example of a photograph that shows the back, mid, and foreground technique.

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             This is the photograph I took to express the back, mid, and foreground technique. The grass in the foreground, Samantha is the mid, and the corn and sunset is the back. I like the way this picture turned out not only because of its technique, but it also expresses the rule of thirds and some overlapping. Also, the grass shows different levels, and I think that gives it a nice touch.

Rule of Thirds

This is an example photograph of the rule of thirds.

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This is the photograph I took to show the rule of thirds. I wanted something off-centered, but not like the usual rule of thirds photos. That's why I used two off-centered objects, the grass and the soda can. The grass adds nice color and texture to the photo. I took this shot because I wanted to do something that would be sort of off-balanced and unique, and I think I achieved that.

Basic Editing Techniques

3 Not-So-Good Photographs

This is one of the pictures I didn't think was very good. The positioning of the horses are not very spaced, and they take up the entire picture. I also don't like how the snow is barely being brushed up, where you can still see their legs, yet the back horses are completely invisible. Also, I think the evergreen tree in the back is just bad placing.

I don't think this is a good picture for basically one reason, the focus isn't shared and there is, in my opinion, way too much sky. There was not enough clouds to balance it out, so it looks like a picture of emptiness. The colors are good, but there is not enough to the picture.

This picture has absolutely nothing to it! There's no texture or pattern in the water, the sky is completely empty, and the moon is dead centered. There is nothing special about this picture, its just very plain, uninteresting, and empty.

3 Good Photographs

I really enjoy the sense of calmness this photo gives off. It really follows the rule of thirds, with the rocks in the bottom right and the sun in the mid-top right. The blue colors give off a cool feeling, and its a very simple, yet relaxing picture.

This picture is took a daisy, which is usually considered a loud, bright, "happy" flower, and put a dark edge on it. The positioning of the main daisy is in the top right corner, but does not take too much attention away from the remaining daisies. The faded sepia color it has is a nice touch, and almost gives the picture more detail than it has.

The last picture is gorgeous. The scenery has a lot to do with the reason i like this picture. The lioness almost has a personality in this, and its'  body positioning is nearly perfect for the photo. The different heights of the grass add a lot, and gives it more detail.

KWL

       I do not know very much about digital photography, but i would like to find out more. I know that being creative is essential in photography. It has a lot to do with art, and is a good way to express yourself. I know that there are many different types of cameras and programs you can use to help enhance your photography skills. There is much more to photography than just simply taking a picture.
        I would like to learn about the many different types of cameras used in photography, and the different styles that they create.  Also, i would like to learn the various ways of editing and enhancing pictures after they are taken. I want to learn what it takes to have an  "eye like a photographer", and know what to look for when taking pictures.