p.24 Thanks for your detailed explanation to accompany each image. Like the rule of 3rds, I'd think that principles of balance are just that - principles/guidelines. As such they would be subject to the creativity of the artist. I wish I could think of an example. I'll admit I don't consciously think of these principles when Im shooting - I shoot what I like. Maybe I've looked at so many images and read so many articles that what I've internalized influences what I now "see". So, how's that for confusion?
p.24 Thanks for your detailed explanation to accom... (show quote)
Thanks, Pat...I was struggling to come up with the words that conveyed how I felt, and you provided them for me.
p.24 Thanks for your detailed explanation to accompany each image. Like the rule of 3rds, I'd think that principles of balance are just that - principles/guidelines. As such they would be subject to the creativity of the artist. I wish I could think of an example. I'll admit I don't consciously think of these principles when Im shooting - I shoot what I like. Maybe I've looked at so many images and read so many articles that what I've internalized influences what I now "see". So, how's that for confusion?
p.24 Thanks for your detailed explanation to accom... (show quote)
Wow, Pat! Think you aced how I feel! Guidelines are fine but you gotta compose what you like! Got to break those rules depending on how you see it! Nice to try to keep them in mind but not to the point of tying up your creativity!!! Glad you put this in to "focus", Pat!
Vertical objects appear heavier than horizontal objects. A diagonal orientation carries more visual weight than a horizontal or vertical one. Lines can be very powerful in your composition. Pay close attention to them.