From the assignment thread:
We often hear about using of the Rule of Thirds, and how, by placing your subject off-center you’re likely to create a more dynamic image. But, choosing the center of the image for subject placement shouldn’t automatically be ruled out — and, it doesn’t automatically mean “boring”. On the contrary, it’s just like any other photographic technique we discuss/consider: The choice to compose an image lays with the photographer. The two most critical parts of subject placement: (1) It makes sense, and (2) you did it intentionally. Let’s discuss the “why” of choosing the center of the frame for placement.
1. You want to reinforce balance and/or symmetry.
2. You want to emphasize space or size.
3. To draw attention to the subject.
4. One of my favorite reasons: To demonstrate peace or calm.
Some of my favorite shots from my archives using centered composition:
And this week’s winner, from a Denver-area Nia Jam up at Joy in Motion in Boulder last Friday:
If you’d like to see more photographers’ explorations of center composition, please click through to visit Kristy Wolfe, the next stop on the blog circle. (May not be live until Friday, March 27th.)
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Great use of centering!
All good examples. I especially feel the centered peace of the boy and man on the tree stump.
What a happy photo!