Horizontal line composition characteristics

Horizontal line composition has the characteristics of calmness, tranquility, comfort and stability.

The horizontal line composition method refers to the linear development of the picture in the left and right directions. It can also be understood as a method in which there is a horizontal line in the middle of the picture that develops left and right, and the picture is equally divided up and down. This method is used in photography. It is also very common in Chinese painting, mostly horizontal shots. If the works we draw are landscapes, oceans, sunrises, etc., then we can choose the horizontal line composition method.

The biggest feature of the horizontal line composition method is that it can separate the relationship between the front and back, and form a sense of contrast to a certain extent, making the picture look deep, giving people a harmonious, unified, and symmetrical beauty, which is also very beautiful. It is suitable for painting some grand and broad scenes, such as vast grasslands, boundless sea, etc. Usually the upper half is the distant sky and the lower half is the nearby scenery.

Composition classification:

1. Symmetrical composition: Symmetrical composition means following a certain axis or center of symmetry to make the scenery in the picture axially symmetrical, and the structure of the picture is corresponding and balanced.

2. Triangular composition: With the three visual centers as the main positions of the scene, the three points form a stable triangle. It has the characteristics of stability, balance and flexibility.

3. S-shaped composition: The scenery is an S-shaped curve, with the characteristics of extension and change. It makes people look rhythmic and creates a feeling of grace, elegance and coordination.

4. Bisection composition: Divide the picture into two parts with a ratio of 2:1, left and right or top and bottom. One part of the picture is the main body and the other half is the companion. The space for expression is relatively wide and the subject is well highlighted.

5. Horizontal line composition: Horizontal line composition is the most basic composition method, with horizontal lines as the mainstay. Able to express a sense of spaciousness, stability, and harmony.