How do you approach composition in your photography? (Page 18): Verrry approximately I would say 2/3 of my stuff works out to about 3:4 and that which differs is very seldom toward 2:3...

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SuperflyTNT wrote:

Yes. I think most “compose in camera” and it’s a good starting point, but subject dictates the crop and rarely is 2:3 the right aspect ratio.

Verrry approximately I would say 2/3 of my stuff works out to about 3:4 and that which differs is very seldom toward 2:3 but more toward square.

Just finished speaking to a collector about a Penn monograph, incuding dimensions. The book is nearly square (11x12.5) and so are most of the images within. IOW Im in good company, ratio-wise. Great minds etc etc !

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"Nobody really actually shoots brick walls."

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JD750 Loc: SoCal

SuperflyTNT wrote:

Yes. I think most “compose in camera” and it’s a good starting point, but subject dictates the crop and rarely is 2:3 the right aspect ratio.

that’s for sure!

JD750 Loc: SoCal

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Verrry approximately I would say 2/3 of my stuff works out to about 3:4 and that which differs is very seldom toward 2:3 but more toward square.

same here. And some 16:9

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JD750 wrote:

same here. And some 16:9

My stating that much of my work winds up between 3:4 and 1:1 is just an observation and NOT any rule that I intentionally impose on myself. See attached.

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SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

User ID wrote:

Verrry approximately I would say 2/3 of my stuff works out to about 3:4 and that which differs is very seldom toward 2:3 but more toward square.

Just finished speaking to a collector about a Penn monograph, incuding dimensions. The book is nearly square (11x12.5) and so are most of the images within. IOW Im in good company, ratio-wise. Great minds etc etc !

Why WOULD anybody shoot a brick wall?

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SuperflyTNT wrote:

Why WOULD anybody shoot a brick wall?

Edmund Hillary Syndrome ?

Cuz its there !
Cuz its there !...

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And there too ......
And there too .........

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Not reeeeeally actually really there exactly ....

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..... and there.
..... and there....

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JD750 Loc: SoCal

User ID wrote:

My stating that much of my work winds up between 3:4 and 1:1 is just an observation and NOT any rule that I intentionally impose on myself. See attached.

soxfan941 Loc: Lakewood Ranch, FL

I see a potential shot and try to compose it from a perspective that the average person wouldn't see.

R.G. Loc: Scotland

JZA B1 wrote:

How do you approach composition in your photography?

First I approach it head on, then I try some sideways movements to see how that works out.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

JZA B1 wrote:

Square crop, rule of thirds, or something completely different?

How do you know which one to apply in any given situation? Any time-tested rules or just what looks best?

I try to compose in the camera, if not, I can do that easily in post.
I have the rule of thirds lines on my viewfinder, so I will notice those while shooting.
But as a wildlife photographer, I try to center my subjects, especially if they are moving.
I find centering my subjects sometimes work best.
composition is a personal thing.
but when using post I am sometimes watchful of the rules.

joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA

billnikon wrote:

I try to compose in the camera, if not, I can do that easily in post.
I have the rule of thirds lines on my viewfinder, so I will notice those while shooting.
But as a wildlife photographer, I try to center my subjects, especially if they are moving.
I find centering my subjects sometimes work best.
composition is a personal thing.
but when using post I am sometimes watchful of the rules.

This superb shot is ripe for a variety of captions, Bill 🤎🤎🤎🤎🤎

JD750 Loc: SoCal

billnikon wrote:

I try to compose in the camera, if not, I can do that easily in post.
I have the rule of thirds lines on my viewfinder, so I will notice those while shooting.
But as a wildlife photographer, I try to center my subjects, especially if they are moving.
I find centering my subjects sometimes work best.
composition is a personal thing.
but when using post I am sometimes watchful of the rules.

Sometimes you gotta break the "rules". Let the results speak for themselves. That is a nice pic. Serious Attitude. I like it. :)

Martys Loc: Lubec, Maine

To put it simply,.......the "Rule of Thumb",.....thru the viewfinder of the camera.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

Martys wrote:

To put it simply,.......the "Rule of Thumb",.....thru the viewfinder of the camera.

What is the "rule of thumb"? And Is it truly a rule or more like a guideline? ;)

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R.G. wrote:

First I approach it head on, then I try some sideways movements to see how that works out.

Same here.

I start out with squarely head on AND centered. Then I dont vary either aspect unless "necessary".

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