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What is S-shaped composition?

The S-shape is actually a curve, but this curve is a regular shaped curve. The S shape has the advantage of a curve, which is beautiful, full of vitality and charm. At the same time, the reader's line of sight moves in depth along with the S-shape, which can effectively express the sense of space and depth of the scene.

There are two types of S-shaped compositions: vertical and horizontal. The vertical can express the depth of the scene, while the horizontal can express the breadth of the scene. The S-shaped composition focuses on the overall image that is closely combined with lines and tones, rather than on the internal connections or echoes between the scenes.

The S-shaped composition is most suitable for expressing the curvaceous scenery. In natural scenery photography, you can choose winding rivers, winding paths in courtyards, winding paths in mines, etc.; in large-scale photography, you can choose scenes such as queues for shopping, parades, etc.; when shooting at night, you can choose winding paths. The trajectory of street lights and car lights, etc.