fall 2013 11 How To: Move the horizon up or down (D) This is among the simplest applications of the Rule of Thirds concept. An easy way to add drama to a landscape is to move the horizon line out of the center of the image. Decide which you think is more interesting, the sky or the land, and include more of one or the other. Learn the “Rule of Thirds” (E) The Rule of Thirds suggests that you imagine each scene divided into a grid with two vertical and two horizontal axes, each one-third of the way into the composition. By aligning your subject and other important visual elements on these axes, you can create an asymmetrical composition that is visually balanced. Many cameras will display this grid for you, either by using the “display” button on the back of the camera or through one of the menus. Look for patterns and repetition (F) The success of many photographs is their reliance on our attraction to repeated forms and patterns. These repeated objects, lines, shapes or forms create a visual rhythm. Combine establishing shots and closeups (G) When photographing places or events, I always suggest photographing both the wide view of the scene and interesting details. Seek out dynamic colors, textures, graphics and so on. Remember: Size matters Cameras let you choose from a variety of image sizes. Large image files that are not very compressed will look great and can be printed quite big. However, fewer will fit on your memory card; they may be slower to process and download; and they will likely be too big to email. Smaller image files and/or those that are highly compressed will take up less space on your memory card and will be easy to email or post online, but the image will not look as good if you try to make a large print. Review this information in your camera’s manual and adjust these settings to suit your needs. And: Pixels are free Although quantity is no substitute for quality, the digital revolution has made it possible to shoot hundreds, even thousands, of photographs on a single memory card. If you find something interesting, take many photographs of it and experiment with the composition. Later you can edit these down to your best shots. Unlike film, pixels are free! D E F G If you would like to contribute a how-to column, we’d love to hear from you. Drop a note to letters@bellarmine. edu explaining your area of expertise and what you would like to write about. Photos by Bellarmine students A. Rayna Gordon, B. Samantha Badder, C. Casey Dettlinger, D. Allison Gray, E. Casey Dettlinger, F. Samantha Hendricks, G. Nick Flood Laura Hartford is chair of the Bellarmine art department and directs the photography program. Find her gallery online at www.laurahartford.com. Experts wanted
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