8 IMPORTANT Composition Tips for Better Photos
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Published 2024-04-25
So, you’re looking to improve your photography and you’re (rightfully) told that composition is the key to a great photo. You proceed to read up on compositional rules and you realise there’s a lot to learn. The rule of thirds, the golden spiral, the phi grid, the Fibonacci sequence, leading lines, arabesques and dynamic symmetry. It all looks very complex and confusing.
You examine bodies of work taken by a variety of well-respected photographers, but rarely find any examples that fit with these rules you’ve read about. In fact, most of these images almost read like a list of case studies showing what not to do.
You’re confused and overwhelmed and really don’t know where to start.
The problem is that composition is a massive subject and learning all the grid systems and ratios is only one tool in your visual toolbox. So let me give you 8 simple tips to get you started on improving your composition.
Amendment: The image at 7:42 is by Edward Burtynsky
0:00 - Crazy intro
2:00 - Get YOUR Position Right
3:28 - Use Your Phone
5:00 - Beware the Rule of Thirds
6:42 - Blur Your Eyes
7:11 - Think Conceptually
9:00 - Keep it Simple
9:38 - Keep the Edges Clean
10:00 - Work in Post
11:01 - Practise
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This is easily the best photography channel on the internet. No obsession with gear, just technique and art.
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❤ So happy to see a Jamie Windsor video pop up! ❤
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The good thing about the re-upload is that I'm watching the video again now. I think I discovered you through this video and I was a fan after a few seconds. Your style is unique, I still love it 🤍
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Of the countless you tubers, you're my favorite, the only one I look forward to, and even more so, Jamie Windsor is the only one whose advice I thoroughly follow. Tks a million Jaime!
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So, this is the third video of yours I'm watching, and my oh my is it interesting. Youtube has become so saturated with "the one secret about light in your photos ! PRO TIPS" and then you watch a 9minutes video with two ads and two sponsor breaks to tell you about the flippin exposure triangle... And your videos take the time necessary to properly explore your subject, it shows research, it shows dedication and it actually helped me. For example, the calibration tool isn't something I used creatively at all, and now I can't wait to go to lightroom and play around some unedited photos on my computer. Most of all it gives me faith and inspiration to shoot some content, makes me happy that there is still a place for creators on YT.
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When I die, I’d like you to perform my eulogy. I want people walking away thinking “I never really understood him but that speech really cleared things up for me… probably should have been nicer to the guy.” Great video. Stay well.
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Photographer of over 30 years and I think this is the best photo channel on youtube. I always look forward to your videos. Such a good job. Thank you.
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Oh my gosh, I almost cried when I saw the notification for your new video! I literally check for your videos every single day and I was so excited to see a new one! I've missed you so much and I'm so happy that you're back to creating. You are one of the most kind and talented people I know, and your art is truly inspiring. I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for being you and for sharing your gift with the world. Your videos make my day so much brighter and I've learned so much from you. I'm always so eager to watch your new videos and I rewatch them multiple times. You are an incredible artist and I'm so grateful for your work. Please keep creating and sharing your art with the world! We need it more than ever. Sending you all my love and support!❤
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Your channel always has the best tips, info and comments, I don't follow a lot of photography channels but I can see it right away, you teach the photographer to use his actual inner camera on how to recognize a photograph before actually pointing the camera, each video is inspiring, well narrated and with clear examples, I don't practice photography more than casually capturing a moment with my phone, but I'm a designer and if something is true, to create good design you have to train your eye to recognize good design, it is the foundation, so it is the same for photography, the rest is practice and letting your brain do the rest. Hats off to you Jamie!
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Good to see you back! Your video not only is a joy to watch, but also full of little gems.
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I'm so happy you seem to have recovered well from last year. Thanks for all the tips and tricks, as always!
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a nice reminder to think about all the composition possibilities - love the structure
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Sorry to hear of the trouble you've had. Thanks for uploading again, great video!
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Your videos are truly the BEST! Thank you!
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Absolutely happy to see your work again! Stay well and keep inspiring!
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Yet another great video Jamie. What I really enjoy about your content is that you always leave us something to think about and something to inspire us as photographers.
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Great content – so many years! Thank you!
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Absolutly brilliant thank you for going to the extra effort and re-uploading. Still watch a lot of your old work and looking forward to the next bout of videos you’re going to release.
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Very glad you reuploaded. Massively useful guide to composition.
