Alternative Compositional Techniques Most of us grow up/start our photography journey with the rule of thirds drilled into our heads. And yes, it works. But after a while, everything starts to look the same. Same subject in the same spot, same visual rhythm, same predictable balance etc. There are a few alternative composition systems (shown below) which offer ways to break out of that and start shaping your photos with a bit more intention, flow and ‘professionalism’. Golden
How to Get Crystal Clear Reflections Clean reflections are great to have because when they work, they add symmetry, depth, and sometimes this ‘‘parallel universe’’ look. When they don’t, they just feel messy and distracting. Let us now take a look at how you can shoot reflections effectively: Calm Surfaces Are Key This sounds obvious (and it is), but it is the most important part → reflections only look clean when the surface is calm. Any movement breaks them apart. Wind, rip
Photo by: Alina Behfar ( @alina.beez ) The Guide to Abstract Street Photography: Finding Art in the Urban Chaos Abstract street photography takes the everyday chaos of city life and turns it into something else entirely. Instead of capturing clear faces, recognizable scenes, or obvious stories, it focuses on shapes, colors, lines, shadows, reflections, blur, and fragments of the urban environment. The goal isn't to document reality—it's to evoke a feeling, create mystery, or