All language subtitles for 2. The rule of thirds

The rule of thirds is quite possibly
the most common

and well known visual rule of composition.

It has been used for hundreds of years

and has been applied
to photography and painting.

Let's start by drawing
two horizontal lines

and two vertical lines across our frame.

We have now divided the frame
into nine equal sized rectangles.

Many cameras have a built in grid
view option that allows the operator

to have a visual representation
of these guidelines.

These lines
can help remind you of this principle

as you get used
to composing in this manner.

Let's take a look at this grid.

The rule of thirds is based on
the principle that the center of an image

is not actually the most important point
for registering with the human eye.

Instead of that center.

We analyze a frame
by starting from one of these four points.

Let's take a look at an image
and superimpose these guiding lights.

Notice how the points of interest align
with the guidelines and intersections.

The horizon falls on the lower
horizon line.

The subject dressed up
on the right vertical line and on

the top right intersection.

Let's see what this

image looks like
if we shift the angle of the camera.

So the subject is now
centered in the frame.

Notice

how the image has lost
its sense of tension.

It has become symmetrical in our eye.

Is not drawn to the background.

Let's take a look

at some other possible options.

Looking through these images,
we begin to realize that

the rule of thirds is a natural fit
for many compositions.

And with practice, you will begin to be
drawn to it unconsciously.

It is a great starting point
for framing your shot

as it will force you to steer
clear of awkward center compositions,

but is by no means a definitive rule.

Before you can break the rules,
you have to master them.