Learn about Composition

Learn the fundamentals of composition, including framing, leading lines, and the rule of thirds, and how to use these techniques to create compelling images.
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  1. 7 Basic Posing Tips: How to Pose for a Portrait

    7 Basic Posing Tips: How to Pose for a Portrait

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Portrait posing can be intimidating, especially for people who don't have experience posing for a picture. If you're a photographer shooting non-models, here...

  2. The Fascinating History of the Aspect Ratio

    The Fascinating History of the Aspect Ratio

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Ever wondered what those black bars are on Hollywood films or how to get the same cinematic look for your videos? Follow along to discover everything you...

  3. How to Use Precomposing in After Effects

    How to Use Precomposing in After Effects

    Tutorial • Beginner

    When working in After Effects, there will be times where you will need to precompose layers.

  4. How to Use Focal Length to Compress Elements in a Photograph

    How to Use Focal Length to Compress Elements in a Photograph

    Tutorial • Beginner

    If you're a photographer and you’d like to know more about lenses, then you’ll love our free course, What Every Photographer Should Know About Lenses. In...

  5. How to See and Compose Photographs at Night

    How to See and Compose Photographs at Night

    Tutorial • Beginner

    To compose a photograph is to present a personal interpretation of our own experiences, and is a core skill you will need to consciously develop if you are...

  6. How to Create a Panoramic Photo in Adobe Camera Raw (Great for Landscapes)

    How to Create a Panoramic Photo in Adobe Camera Raw (Great for Landscapes)

    Tutorial • Intermediate

    Learn how to photograph and merge several images together in Adobe Camera Raw to create an image that's full of detail.

  7. How to Read a Photo of a Crowded Street

    How to Read a Photo of a Crowded Street

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Whether a picture of a group of people is appealing can depend on a number of different factors; Take a closer look how and why crowd photos work as...

  8. 10 Photography Projects That Will Change the Way You See

    10 Photography Projects That Will Change the Way You See

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Meet ten photographers who see in unique and important ways—ten photographers who invite you to look differently.

  9. How to Take Photos of People Like a Professional

    How to Take Photos of People Like a Professional

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Have you ever felt intimidated by the thought of taking photos of other people? Believe it or not, once you're over your initial nerves, people are one of...

  10. 5 Inspirational Panoramic Shots and How to Make Your Own

    5 Inspirational Panoramic Shots and How to Make Your Own

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Panoramic images are a striking and somewhat underutilised method of photography. Here, we’ll look at what exactly a panorama is, show you some inspirational...

  11. 5 Inspirational Pictures of Buildings and How to Take Your Own Architecture Photos

    5 Inspirational Pictures of Buildings and How to Take Your Own Architecture Photos

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Buildings are full of interest, whether architecture is your thing or not. We’ve all looked up and admired a grand building or seen an old, abandoned train...

  12. Look at This! See How Walker Evans Plays with Space and Time

    Look at This! See How Walker Evans Plays with Space and Time

    Tutorial • Beginner

    Walker Evans photographed what he saw literally, creating art with the rhythms, textures, and organization of everyday life. Look at how Evans organizes...

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