The Photography Composition Basics of Seeing Shapes

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Duration: 6:42

A shape can provide a dramatic cornerstone in a photo, and in this session you’ll learn some photography composition basics related to using shapes in your photos. Shapes you’ll learn about include lines, curves, zigzags, triangles, circles, arcs, and spirals. You’ll also become familiar with repeating shapes and learn how shapes can draw viewers directly into your photo compositions.

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