Portrait photography composition method

Lead: There is a misunderstanding in learning photography composition. Too easily bound by rules and regulations. To put it bluntly, composition belongs to aesthetics, and composition is only the foundation. Finally, we should jump out of the framework and seek our own expression.

One, three points composition method? Forget him

When it comes to composition, the most commonly used method is three-point composition: the theme is near four yellow points and the horizon is on the blue line.

Trigonometry: The theme inclines to four yellow points.

But also because it is the most commonly used, if all photos are taken according to this rule, it will inevitably be the same, which will imprison the creative space. So, what I want to say is:

Forget him and follow your heart.

Combination of triangle composition and backlight

This photo was taken with a typical three-point composition method. Ordinary composition is nothing new, but it has a bright spot because of backlight.

Second, the edge composition method

The feeling of composition is actually difficult to describe. I owe this to talent. But if you rely solely on talent, this tutorial will not be written. This is necessary. So of course, there are still some wonderful compositions to sum up.

Bottom left corner edge composition

Right combination

For example, in the first picture above, the main body is stuffed in the lower left corner. Reserve space for the singer's crying and explain the atmosphere of the live stage. In the second picture, the subject is placed on the right side, which makes the audience's vision extend to the water area and produces a sense of harmony and unity. So the edge composition is not bad.

Third, the central composition method

Many tutorials will say, try not to focus on the theme. In fact, in many cases, it is not bad to put it in the center.

Central component

Central composition and backlight fusion

Central composition and backhand

For example, in the first picture, in order to express the singer's hysterical singing atmosphere, the central composition is direct and strong, which makes people feel the scene and the atmosphere.

Fourth, incomplete beauty.

Boldly cut a composition

Local detail composition

Sometimes taking portraits doesn't have to be limited to busts, full-length portraits or headshots. Boldly cut, even half of the face and one hand are equally beautiful.

Five, photo frame composition method

Find a photo frame and frame the characters.

Picture frame composition method

Frame others

abstract

Spatial imagination, imagine the subject as a three-dimensional coordinate. Imagine what you would get if you took a picture from any point in this space and put it into action immediately.

Spatial imagination

Look up or bow your head, in short, there is nothing wrong.

Look-up shooting

Of course, there are confusing light and shadow effects. If possible, try to add it to the picture.

lighting effect