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Posted on Sunday, April 4th, 2010 at 8:06 pm

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USING LINES & SHAPES FOR YOUR PHOTOS

USING LINES AND SHAPES TO CREATE INTERESTING PHOTOS

Photos are about what each individual prefers, but there are key rules of photo composition that can help build a foundation of a great photo that you can turn into a canvas photo print. One of the key elements to look for when creating a photo is 'lines and different shapes’. It is helpful to train your eyes to look for lines and shapes. They can be a powerful building block that can lead to a dynamic impact on your photo. Lines and shapes are helpful in adding mood and atmosphere to your finished product or creating a desired effect. They can be useful in leading the eyes from one part to another or leading the eye to a particular part of your image or another part.

Using lines and shapes takes a little practice and it is often helpful to go back through previous photos you have taken to see what has worked and what hasn't worked. Have a look for vertical lines, horizontal lines, shapes and diagonal lines. Using these rules will add to your finished print.

Using Horizontal Lines

Horizontal lines can be powerful in creating photos that are peaceful. They may have the ability to convey stability and restfulness. An example of this would be a romantic couple laying in long grass. The most common horizontal lines to be found in photographs are generally horizons, but be careful not to run the horizon directly through the centre of the photograph dividing the equal amounts of the sky and landscapes. This may often have a negative effect and possibly create a dull image. Although this is not always considered the rule. It is great practice to pick out out the more impressive part of your scene, for example sunsets with dramatic clouds. It is worth also keep in mind that broken horizons may lead to a dull feeling photograph.

If you want to add rhythm to your photo, look for layers of horizontal lines, for example layers of rolling waves. The rhythm can than become the focus or subject of the image itself.

Another good trick when using horizontal lines is to try it to try to keep the lines square with the edges of you frame and to also shoot your image in a horizontal format. Adding horizontal lines into your image can really make a difference to how your photo print to canvas will enhance the mood .

Vertical Lines

Vertical lines can convey a variety of different moods from grandeur and dignity to power. Objects such as skyscrapers and trees represent horizontal lines. If you want to create a very powerful and dynamic picture combine vertical lines with horizontal lines. If you really want to emphasize the dynamics of the vertical line, try taking your photos in a vertical plane. Although, with photography this can be considered not always the rule. If you want the lines to appear as if they are moving out of the top of the image, it then becomes useful to leave your camera in a horizontal format. Take your photo so that the lines move from the top to the bottom of your picture.

Diagonal Lines in Your Image

Diagonal lines that are used in your photo are often considered the most interesting. They are representative of movement and action. They can lead you into the frame of the picture and to the centre of interest. A good idea is to avoid splitting the frame of your image in two by running diagonal lines from one corner of the picture to the other. The image my lose it's drive from this particular cause. To achieve a more balanced image within the confines of your frame try to create a diagonal that starts just to one side of the corner and continues to the one side of the opposite corner. Curved lines within your frame can also be representative of moods such as grace and dignity.

If you really want to add an interest to your finished canvas to photo print look for different ways to incorporate interesting diagonal lines into your image. Remembering the different moods and feelings that they can convey.

Shapes

Shapes are basic two dimensional elements in the composition of your photos. You can use different shapes to achieve different feelings within your photo. Shapes can include anything from odd numbers to triangles to create photographic geometry. Shapes such as squares and rectangle can be less interesting as they basically mirror the frame of the image, so it lacks interesting conflict. To make them more creative use them with diagonals and triangles to create a more dynamic photo. Placing a shape against a contrasting background and make them more interesting for example a white yacht sail against a dark and moody sky. A great use of shapes are also silhouettes. The use straight lines and circles or curved lines and can have a ability to create tension in your image.

Conclusion

Shapes and lines can add a very dynamic and interesting element to you photo composition, so next time you have your camera out keep in mind these basic elements. To find out about printing your photo to canvas visit Canvas Prints Online.

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