Composition
One of the skills required in camerawork is the ability to provide shots that hold the interest and attention of the audience. Although the content of the shot such as a house, animal or personality may be the initial reason why a viewer’s interest is captured by an image, the method of presentation, the composition of the shot, is also a vital factor in sustaining that interest.
What is composition?
Composition is the principal way of making clear the priorities of a shot. It emphasizes the main subject and eliminates or subdues competing elements of visual interest. There must be a reason for framing up any shot; good composition enables that reason to be transmitted to the viewer. Good visual communication is achieved by good composition. ...
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