The Power of Abstract Thinking for Creative Composition

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Duration: 5:02

This session on creative composition teaches you how to see your surroundings and photo subjects through the eyes of an artist. You’ll learn about visual mass and visual space, plus the secret ingredient—dynamic balance—and how to incorporate these key concepts into your photos. Discover how to harmoniously balance your images to make them eye-catching, striking, and pleasing to your viewers’ eyes.

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