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<h1>The Rule of Thirds</h1>
<p>Good composition often results in good photographs, even
of the most mundane subjects. There are several rules of
thumb with respect to employing good composition. One of
the most used is the <em>Rule of Thirds</em>.
The Rule of Thirds is based on the observation that
compositions in which the topic of interest is placed directly
in the center of the frame tend to be static and uninteresting.
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<p>A better approach is to imagine a grid drawn over your photograph
that divides it into thirds, like a tic-tac-toe grid. Place your
point of interest away from the center of the frame and onto one
of the intersection points on the grid (see below).
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<p>If you place points of interest into the thirds, your photo
becomes more balanced and will enable the viewer to interact with
it more naturally. Studies have shown that people's eyes are usually
drawn to the location of the the intersection points
in the grid rather than the center of the frame. The Rule of
Thirds works with this natural way of viewing an image rather than
against it. Many digital cameras allow the user to display the grid
on the preview screen, making it easier to employ the Rule of Thirds
directly before the shot is taken.
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<h1>Photography Sites on the Web</h1>
<p>The Web is an excellent resource for articles on photography and
digital cameras. Here are a few of my favorites.
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<dt>☞ <a href="http://www.apogeephoto.com" target="new">Apogee Photo</a></dt>
<dd>An established online photography magazine with articles by
top pros, discussion forums, workshops, and more.
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<dt>☞ <a href="http://www.outdoorphotographer.com" target="new">Outdoor Photographer</a></dt>
<dd>The premier magazine for outdoor photography. The site
includes extensive tips on photographing wildlife, action
sports, scenic vistas, and travel sites.
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<dt>☞ <a href="http://www.dpmag.com" target="new">Digital Photo</a></dt>
<dd>An excellent site for novices and professionals with
informative reviews and buying guides for the latest equipment
and software.
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<dt>☞ <a href="http://www.popphoto.com" target="new">Popular Photography and Imaging</a></dt>
<dd>A useful and informative site with articles from the
long-established magazine of professional and amateur
photographers.
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