Rule of thirds - Landscape photography

March 07, 2013

A Simple photography tip.

One of the most important things in photography is finding an appropriate subject to take a photo of.

Without it, there really is no point in pressing that button. We need to find some sort of interest within

the scene, whether it’s a landscape photo, portrait, documentary or action sports photograph, we need

something to pop and get our attention.

The rule of thirds is probably the most basic of photography rules you will hear of. When I first picked

up a camera I had no idea about what composition was. I was happily clicking away, like

many people do, not paying attention to straight horizons or landmarks and where they were position in my frame. With a

little knowledge and understanding you can easily improve any of your photographs.

This is something everyone will be able to benefit from, especially with all the rave around

social media such as instagram and facebook.

If you look at the majority of my photos you will notice the main focal point is either to the left or right.

It’s very rarely in the centre. Below you will see an image taken at Rainbow bay on the Gold Coast.

Fortunately for me the weather in Queensland has been washing up all kinds of debris on the oceans

doorstep. I drove past this location and quickly doubled back. Set up my tripod and started to find a

good composition. You will notice the branch is on the axis of the two adjoining lines. “But Jon, there are

no lines”? Well let me make it a little easier for you. Scroll down a little further and I have drawn the lines

on there for you. You will notice there are 3 sections to the photo, both horizontally and vertically. IE the

rule of thirds. The idea behind this is to try and place key focal points at the intersections of those lines,

or nearby or in.

Rule of thirds - Lake Moogerah QLD Jon Wright photography

For Horizons we try and place them either at the top third or bottom third (may vary depending on the interest in your foreground or sky).

If your sky lacks interest and colour, then have a look at your foreground. Does it contain a lot of texture?

Now don’t get me wrong, rules are meant to be broken. You don’t have to take all photos like this, your

scene may be better shot on centre, but it all depends on what will help the viewer draw their attention into a key element of the photo.

So the next time you are taking a photo with your smart phone, try and practice this technique. You will

instantly notice a difference. In fact, if you’re on instagram or twitter. #jonwrightphoto @jonwrightphoto

and I will check them out.

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Size & Price Guide

Framed photographic artwork size and price guide

For photographic framed artwork we have provided you with an overall size guide based on the print size you choose. Example a print sized 100x66cm will be framed in an overall size frame of 116x82cm (approx) this is the size that will fill your wall space.

Custom print and frame sizes are available on request; please contact me directly at HERE to discuss your options. Please include the photo you want printed and framed as well as dimensions of the photograph and frame as well as specific type of framing colour/materials you would like used.

For our overseas customers, we often find it best to ship a print only option rolled in a canister and shipped with Australia Post. From here, you will take your print to a local framing artist to have your print professionally framed and ready to hang on your wall.

PRICE & SIZE GUIDE
Unframed Products						Framed Products
Print Size in CM	Canvas Rolled	Canvas Stretched	Acrylic Sheer Mount	Aluminium Prints	Metallic (print only)	Framed Metallic Print	Overall Framed Size in CM
3:2 ratio
50x33	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	$199	$419	62x45
60x40	$150	$229	N/A	$500	$239	$460	72x52
75x50	$180	$299	$599	$750	$280	$499	89x64
100x66	$290	$489	$729	N/A	$419	$720	114x80
120x80	$400	$579	N/A	N/A	$599	$919	134x94
135x90	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	$1,320	154x104
150x100	$480	$649	$1,349	$1,450	$1,000	$1,799	166x116
2:1 Ratio	Canvas Rolled	Canvas Stretched	Acrylic Sheer Mount	Aluminium Prints	Metallic (print only)	Framed Metallic Print	Overall Framed Size in CM
50x25	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	$199	$419	62x37
60x30	$150	$229	N/A	$500	$239	$460	72x42
75x37.5	$180	$299	$599	$750	$280	$499	89x51.5
100x50	$290	$489	$729	N/A	$419	$720	114x64
120x60	$400	$579	N/A	N/A	$499	$919	134x74
150x75	$480	$649	$1,349	$1,450	$899	$1,320	154x79
1:1 Ratio	Canvas Rolled	Canvas Stretched	Acrylic Sheer Mount	Aluminium Prints	Metallic (print only)	Framed Metallic Print	Overall Framed Size in CM
60x60	N/A	$290	$540	N/A	N/A	$550	72x72
75x75	N/A	$400	$740	N/A	N/A	$690	89x89
100x100	N/A	$440	$1,200	N/A	N/A	$1,320	104x104

Three piece stretched canvas

Our three piece stretched canvas (also called triptych) is a popular option of the interior designers. Using the rule of thirds the canvas is broken into three pieces giving it a fresh look with a difference.