The Rule Of Thirds (1st and 2nd Year Photography students)

Rule of Thirds Assignment

To apply the rule of thirds to your photograph, break an image down into thirds (both horizontally and vertically) so that you have 9 parts. Place points of interest in the intersections or along the lines to create a more balanced and visually interesting photo. Studies have shown that people’s eyes usually go to one of the intersection points rather than to the center of the shot. When the rule of thirds is applied, we can make the way people naturally view images work for us rather than against us.

Assignment: 5 pictures which distinctly show the rule of thirds in terms of subject placement.  Refer to the “How to Use” sheet attached.

1.      Portrait – submit 3 pictures. Try doing one with two people to up the challenge

2.      Landscape – submit 2 pictures

3.      Architecture – submit 2 pictures

4.      Action – submit 2 pictures

As always , it is expected that your images will be in focus and crisp (unless intentionally blurring backgrounds for effect). And don’t forget to Get creative!

Label your photos and insert them into your blog under the title “RULE OF THIRDS”