Basics Photography Composition

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Second to lighting, composition is the key ingredient for the creation of a successful photograph. Whatever other technical skill is involved, if the formal organization of an image is lacking, there is little to hold the interest of the viewer. But what makes a winning composition? Is it about following the rules-or about breaking them? Basics Photography: Composition is divided into six core chapters that cover everything the beginner needs to know to improve their composition, including the basics of composition, exploring the formal elements, how to organize space and time, learning the real world 'rules' and, beyond that, how to use the ideas presented in the book to create original, compelling images. The book is illustrated throughout with photography to inform the mind and inspire the eyes. About The Author David Prakel was born and schooled in the north of England. He was given his first camera at the age of nine and photography has played a central role in his life ever since. After studying Psychology at the University of Manchester he enjoyed a successful and diverse career in journalism, photography and education. He spent a sabbatical year in America teaching photography in night class and youth programmes in Rochester, New York. On return to the UK, he taught the subject at all levels in universities, colleges, schools and at the prestigious Kodak Imaging Training Centre in Harrow. He now runs his own photographic training workshops in Northumberland(Centre of Britain PhotoWorkshops Partnership). His books on photographic composition, lighting and black and white photography are punlished in the AVA Academia series and are internationally recognised as ideal starter texts. Table Of Contents How to get the most out of this book Introduction Basics The case for composition The rules Viewpoint Perspective Scale Formal Elements Point Line Shape Form Texture Pattern Tone Colour Organising Space Frames Balance Appearance of space Organising time Time passing Moments The decisive moment Sequences Application Landscape Still life Portrait Documentary Figure Action/sports Fine art Advertising Originality Developing your own view Contrasts Imbalance Croping Colour Digital imaging Conclusion Contacts Glossary Acknowledgements and credits