5 Tips to Use the RULE OF THIRDS Like a Professional Photographer

Sean Gallagher - Pro Photographer April 11, 2024
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Sean Gallagher - Pro Photographer

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Learn real photography skills from a professional photojournalist on my new course! https://gallagher-photo.com/the-photographers-eye/ I publish videos about photography and photojournalism, sharing the knowledge that I have gained during my 20-year career as a professional photojournalist and filmmaker, in order to help YOU improve YOUR photography. I produce work for clients including National Geographic, The Guardian and the Pulitzer Center and I am a fellow of the UK's Royal Geographical Society. I specialise in documenting environmental issues and have travelled across the world photographing stories surrounding the climate crisis. 📸 Learn more about my work here: https://gallagher-photo.com Join my new course 'The Photographer's Eye - From Beginner to Confident Image Maker' and start improving your images TODAY ➡️ https://gallagher-photo.com/the-photographers-eye/

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📕 Download my FREE eBook, "The Camera Doesn't Matter - Professional Secrets for the Amateur Photographer https://gallagher-photo.com/learn/ 📸 Join my NEW 7-hour photo course https://gallagher-photo.com/the-photographers-eye/ 'The Photographer's Eye - From Beginner to Confident Image Maker' For YouTube subscribers, GET 10% OFF! Enter code at checkout... youtube10 ➡️ Enrol on my intermediate-advanced mentorship program for one-on-one video calls, group calls and a personalised plan to improve your photography https://gallagher-photo.com/mentorship/ ---------------------- In this video, I’m going to take you beyond just taking ‘pretty pictures’ to show you how you can get the best out of the classic composition technique “the rule of thirds” to make images that have impact AND tell a story. ✉️ Sign-up to my newsletter for the latest updates and offers https://gallagher-photo.com/newsletter/ 👍 Enjoyed this video? Show your support by liking, subscribing and leaving a comment. Your engagement helps me create more content like this! https://www.youtube.com/@SeanGallagherPhotographer?sub_confirmation=1 ✍️ Which was you favourite image from the video? Let me know in the comments below! It may be a basic technique and one that has been discussed many times previously, but as a working photojournalist, I want to share with you how I use this fundamental principle during all my assignments and how you can learn from my approach to using it. I’ve broken it down into 5 key concepts to make sure you are getting the best out of this classic composition technique! 📷 What's In The Video: 0:00 Introduction 01:40 Draw the Viewer’s Attention 03:50 Create a Dynamic 06:01 Use Horizons with Purpose 07:27 Offset for Breathing Room 09:27 Break the Rules 10:51 Develop Your Instincts ✏️ Have questions or thoughts? Drop a comment below! Embark on a journey to refine your photography compositions and discover the artistry in everyday life with me. VISIT MY WEBSITE: https://gallagher-photo.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sean_gallagher_photo/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/sean.gallagher.photographer.filmmaker EBOOK: https://gallagher-photo.com/learn

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