Composing a landscape

Lot of times we come across some landscapes pictures by great masters which makes us say WOW.  Take a moment to study those wonderful stunning images. You will find few things common

1)  Rule of third –  Place the subject you want to highlight on the intersecting lines at 2/3rd of your screen on the view finder

2) Balance the elements – If you have something on your far right try to cover something on your far left

3) View point – Most of us shoot from 5 ft plus height.  Try to change the view point . Maybe get on a staircase to have a top down view or vice versa. Give your viewers an angle that they usually dont see

4) Leading line –  Leading lines somewhere in the photograph to bring viewers into , through and out of the photograph. Like a road  or stream.

5) Think of depth – think of having a foreground, middle ground and back ground. All three elements are there and you need all three to make it a compelling shot.

These rules will help you tell your story, lead the eye.  Ofcourse rules are to be broken. Be creative. Photograph what and how you love.  Enjoy shooting