Composition: Rule of thirds

Here's an excellent tutorial on the rule of thirds. As we discussed in class Tuesday, it's one of the primary principles of compostion. Visual artists have been applying this rule for centuries.

Combined with other principles of composition like eye direction, converging lines, repetition of form and body language, the rule of thirds will make a dramatic difference in your photos. Utilize it when you shoot but learn to recognize in all forms of visual communication like film, painting, graphic design, interior design and architecture.