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Reader Stories: Photography Assignment 56 - Centering vs. Rule of Thirds

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 Entry 1 by edithvaught

Natures little treasures

 Entry 1 by edithvaught

Quiet beauty

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natural landscape, no people in the picture.

When was the photo taken? 

This photo was taken while hiking in the State Forest 9/5/2009; on a remote pond, during the mid-afternoon,appx: 3:00pm Eastern Standard Time.

Photo Description 

Centered composition:I choose the somewhat centered image of two flowers growing on their lillypads, surrounded by a profusion of multi colored lily pads. I found that it provided an interesting variation of light and color due the reflection of the sky, as well as a focal point in the middle. It seems like it could also be in the "Thirds" category if using the "grid" method.

Tips and Tricks 

  • The technique of applying a grid system when composing a photograph, and the attention to the visual first impression.

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