Composition: effective use of negative space
Dec 31, 2017 09:21:45 #
In simplest terms I like to have the person in a picture looking or positioned into, not away from the negative space. I avoid centering the subject.
Dec 31, 2017 10:02:54 #
autofocus wrote:
Beautiful, and award worthy!
Thank you. They used it for the advertising posters for the exhibit too and it worked well. All that negative space accommodated the text.
Dec 31, 2017 10:03:40 #
deer2ker wrote:
This pic is absolutely gorgeous minniev - And a perfect example of correctly using negative space!
Thank you.
Dec 31, 2017 10:12:32 #
Here is my example Linda...sorry to offer only a link. I am still learning how to move things around and post. This is the first time I have posted a picture...err...came close to posting a picture.
This bird was bathing and I loved the light. I wanted it to really stand out and thought the blue water a nice compliment to the colors of the bird and the grass nearby. Thanks for starting this thread. I have learned a lot and really appreciate how you have set the tone for the dialogue.
» https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0091009/photos/149258189@N03/39175336132/
This bird was bathing and I loved the light. I wanted it to really stand out and thought the blue water a nice compliment to the colors of the bird and the grass nearby. Thanks for starting this thread. I have learned a lot and really appreciate how you have set the tone for the dialogue.
» https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0091009/photos/149258189@N03/39175336132/
Dec 31, 2017 10:48:20 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
If we go solely by the image, and not your accompanying narrative, could this be mistaken for new construction? Thereby conveying an entirely different message? What do you define as the negative space of the image and how does it help tell the story?
I see a rusting skeleton. The skeleton is surrounded by nothing, adding to emptiness of a skeleton. New construction has a vitality of energy and purpose about it, a sense of creation. Death only has decay; its unwanted.
Good question.
Dec 31, 2017 12:47:56 #
Fotoartist wrote:
Another good assignment. I try to pack a lot of information in my photos often forgetting the impact negative space can add. Less can be more at times.
Spectacular Fotoartist, thanks for sharing these. I particularly like the hydroplane boat wake. Amazing! Good catch!
Dec 31, 2017 12:59:17 #
anotherview wrote:
Probably not because the area around the main subject conveys a lot of information -- here, grassland. Negative space carries little if any information while still providing a compositional function.
Well said, thank you!
Dec 31, 2017 12:59:55 #
lamiaceae wrote:
Linda:
Thanks for reading my reply and responding. I'd really have to think about an image of mine using negative space in the fashion you define (correctly). My use mainly is to isolate a subject from the background and frame but has no dynamic effect on flow or movement thru the image. I might be able to find some with a diagonal "blank" area. Usually I don't like that.
Thanks for reading my reply and responding. I'd really have to think about an image of mine using negative space in the fashion you define (correctly). My use mainly is to isolate a subject from the background and frame but has no dynamic effect on flow or movement thru the image. I might be able to find some with a diagonal "blank" area. Usually I don't like that.
Thanks Mike!
Dec 31, 2017 13:01:17 #
rodpark2 wrote:
In simplest terms I like to have the person in a picture looking or positioned into, not away from the negative space. I avoid centering the subject.
Thank you very much for posting!
Dec 31, 2017 13:05:52 #
In-lightened wrote:
Here is my example Linda...sorry to offer only a l... (show quote)
Oh yes, it's all about the light. Beautiful photo, Kim!
I'm so glad you have enjoyed the topic. I admit to being no expert on anything, and I would love to see more topics on UHH that address subjects such as composition, emotion and light. Many thanks.
Dec 31, 2017 13:12:00 #
Joe Blow wrote:
I see a rusting skeleton. The skeleton is surrounded by nothing, adding to emptiness of a skeleton. New construction has a vitality of energy and purpose about it, a sense of creation. Death only has decay; its unwanted.
Good question.
Good question.
Thank you! I would get that feeling more if the structure didn't dominate the frame - if there was more concrete pad/road in front, for example. Curious, were you able to get a shot looking down the length of the structure from closer up? Perhaps a "no trespassing" issue there; I am often thwarted by those signs
Dec 31, 2017 15:20:52 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I believe it's been a year since there was a discu... (show quote)
Negative space used to create a mood in both shots. Top, Carmel Beach, bottom, meadow in Yosemite NP.
Dec 31, 2017 15:27:57 #
via the lens wrote:
Negative space used to create a mood in both shots. Top, Carmel Beach, bottom, meadow in Yosemite NP.
#2 is highly engaging because it's so unique. And hard to tell exactly the setting - you mentioned meadow, but looks like ice on water to me. Love its whimsical nature! Thanks so much for posting.
Dec 31, 2017 16:00:17 #
rodpark2 wrote:
In simplest terms I like to have the person in a picture looking or positioned into, not away from the negative space. I avoid centering the subject.
I’m not sure that any of these photos qualify as examples of negative space. Of course it is just my opinion.
Dec 31, 2017 16:21:44 #
tdekany wrote:
I’m not sure that any of these photos qualify as examples of negative space. Of course it is just my opinion.
Because there's not enough space (subject fills too much of the frame)?
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