Workshop 1: Composition

 The different rules and tips for the:

- Rule of thirds

- Changing the camera height

- Depth of field (foreground and background)

- Lighting

These will improve my film making and photography. 

Rule of Thirds

The rule of thirds is a type of composition in which the image is sectioned evenly into thirds, both horizontally and vertically and the subject / focus in the image is placed at the the intersection of the lines crossing over one another.  By moving the subject in line with where the lines cross / sit, you are able to balance the image more and make it look better. This is because where the lines crossover, is where you want to put points off interest / focus points, to draw more attention to them. 

Changing the camera height

If you want to change the camera angle to show something that is in front of you it is better to go down at the same height as the subject that you want to show, this creates a more interesting, more unusual and a more visually interesting shot.

Depth of field

The background of an image is a fundamental importance in the composition of an image which emphasises the subject. You must be aware of the background and be aware that it can influence your shot or stand out the most, as a boring background results in a boring shot and an interesting background results in an interesting shot. You must also make sure whatever happens in the foreground is interesting and able to grab the viewers attention.

Lighting

Lighting has a huge impact on your image and can make your shot look much better when focusing on the lighting and making sure you are using the correct lighting for the correct shot.

Different ways to film different set ups under different lights using just a phone and different parts of your house: 

- TV light as a light-box.

- Using a staircase which can create a long perspective.

- Using a computer or laptop to create a nice soft front light.