Assignment 18

Composition: Rule of Thirds

Welcome to assignment 18, Composition: Rule of Thirds

The video below outlines the composition rule of thirds

PRO TIP: increase the playback speed to 1.5 to get through the video more quickly!

Step 1: Watch the video

Step 2: take 12 photos for this assignment, as listed below

Step 3: Answer the theory quesiton (you can simply write the answer on your website but please include the question)

Step 4: Upload your photos and theory questions onto your website

Step 5: Publish your website and submit the link into the TEAMS Assignment 18

Photos 1-4

Take a photo of one scene four different times, placing the subject at different intersecting points each time

Intersecting point 1

Intersecting point 2

Intersecting point 3

Intersecting point 4

Photos 5-8 Horizontal

Professional example 1

Professional example 2

Professional example 3

Professional example 4

Horizontal

Landscape

Photos 9 -12 vertical

Take four photos in a vertical orientation (this means turning the camera sideways!)
Please include at least one protrait

Professional example 1

Professional example 2

Professional example 3

Professional example 4 - Portrait

Vertical

Vertical Portrait

Theory question: What is the Rule of Thirds? Why is it important?

(5 marks)

Marking criteria:

Every photo must be different
Photos are properly exposed (if too dark or too light, pop them into Lightroom and fix!)
Photos do not have too much wasted head room
Subjects are intentionally placed at different intersecting points, demonstrating an awareness and understanding of the rule of thirds
Students must demonstrate creativity in choosing/setting up the scene/setting to photograph (make the photos exciting!)
All photos must be in focus with the exception for an intentional blur)

Assignment is due: Thur, May 1rst.

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