Exercise: Implied lines

I think the implied line of vision in this photo is very strong and makes for a well balanced image despite the unconventional framing.

 FujiFilm x100 35mm f.4 1/1000 iso800

The lines along the top and bottom of the windows on the left converge to point strongly to the single window on the right.

FujiFilm x100 35mm f.2.8 1/400 iso800

Exercise: Curves

I enjoyed this exercise, although I found it challenging finding interesting curves.

FujiFilm x100 35mm f.4 1/2000 iso400

FujiFilm x100 35mm f.2 1/600 iso800

FujiFilm x100 35mm f.3.6 1/200 iso320

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Exercise: Diagonals

Diagonals:

L-R: The fairly wide angle lens used increases the effect of linear perspective to create the strong diagonals.

This shot of army trucks utilises choice of angle and perspective.

The shadows were captured at their strongest and most angular.

The diagonal legs frame this shot perfectly.

 

Exercise: Horizontal and Vertical Lines

Horizontal Lines:

L-R: Looking down on these leaf-strewn steps, I chose to compose the picture so that the lines ran horizontally across the frame.
The lines of the brickwork, the kerb and the road markings reinforce each other.
I spotted this shadow at the point it was exactly in line with the base of the building.
I think the tautness of these fence wires is conveyed well in this image.

Vertical Lines:

L-R: I think despite the conflicting horizontal and diagonal lines, the vertical drainpipes are the strongest element in this shot.
I liked the simplicity of this cornflower.
These worklights make for a striking image when underexposed to remove everything else in the frame from view.
The strong vertical line of this vehicle door balances well with the other elements.

Exercise: Multiple points

This was an exercise in positioning several small objects in a still-life.
I was mindful of my tutors advice to make better use of light, and waited until the sun was quite low to create shadows which help to give the poppy heads shape.

Exercise: Positioning a point

These photos demonstrate the three classes of point position;

Centre, which although static, is often used by photographers seeking a 'snapshot' aesthetic.

Off centre, this is the most commonly used composition, as it is dynamically interesting while being balanced.

At the edge, which normally jars visually, but is sometimes justifiable, as in this image where the security camera has an implied line of sight which helps balance the frame.