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Composition Techniques

Perfect Composition Techniques and Practice

Master professional composition principles to create visually impactful AI images

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Perfect Composition Photography Techniques

Composition Fundamentals

Composition is the foundation of visual arts, determining how viewers perceive and understand image content. In AI image generation, good composition can make generated images more professional and artistically compelling.

By mastering classic composition rules and modern visual design principles, we can create images with strong visual impact in Google Flash Image and Gemini Nano Banana.

Classic Composition Rules

Rule of Thirds

Divide the frame into nine parts, place important elements at intersection points

rule of thirds composition, balanced placement, strategic positioning

Practical Tips:

Place subject at third-line intersections
Position horizon along third lines
Avoid centered symmetrical composition

Golden Ratio

Use the 1.618 golden ratio to create harmonious composition

golden ratio composition, fibonacci spiral, harmonious proportions

Practical Tips:

Distribute main elements by golden ratio
Use Fibonacci spiral to guide the eye
Create natural and harmonious visual effects

Leading Lines

Use lines to guide viewer's eye to important areas

leading lines, visual flow, directional composition

Practical Tips:

Use roads, rivers as leading lines
Architectural lines point to subject
Create visual depth and layers

Foreground, Middle, Background

Create dimensionality through distinct depth layers

layered composition, depth of field, foreground middle background

Practical Tips:

Foreground adds image depth
Middle ground carries main content
Background provides environmental atmosphere

Visual Balance Principles

Symmetrical Balance

Stable composition with left-right or top-bottom symmetry

symmetrical composition, perfect balance, mirror effect

Symmetrical building facades

Perfect symmetry in reflections

Centered portrait composition

Asymmetrical Balance

Achieve balance through different elements' visual weight

asymmetrical balance, dynamic composition, visual weight

Combination of contrasting sized elements

Balance of color weights

Configuration of light and dark areas

Radial Balance

Elements distributed radially around a central point

radial composition, circular balance, center focus

Radial structure of flowers

Circular architectural designs

Spiral staircase composition

Advanced Composition Techniques

Framing

Use natural or artificial frames to highlight the subject

natural framing, window frame, architectural framing

Applications:

Natural frame formed by tree branches
Framing effect of architectural doors and windows
Framing function of shadow areas

Pattern Repetition

Repeated elements create rhythm and cadence

repetitive patterns, rhythmic composition, visual rhythm

Applications:

Repeated windows on building facades
Repetitive textures in nature
Repeated actions in crowds

Negative Space Usage

Cleverly use empty areas to enhance visual impact

negative space, minimalist composition, breathing room

Applications:

Minimalist art of white space
Emphasis effect of isolated subjects
Creation of spatial feeling

Practical Composition Examples

Portrait Photography

Classic Portrait

Eyes positioned on upper third line, creating intimacy

portrait photography, rule of thirds, eye level composition, professional lighting

Environmental Portrait

Combine environmental background to show character story

environmental portrait, context background, leading lines to subject

Landscape Photography

Wide Landscape

Clear foreground-middle-background layers with rich leading lines

landscape photography, foreground middle background, leading lines, golden hour

Minimalist Landscape

Abundant white space, single focus, clean and powerful

minimalist landscape, negative space, single focal point, clean composition

Architectural Photography

Symmetrical Architecture

Perfect symmetry with prominent geometric beauty

architectural photography, perfect symmetry, central composition, geometric patterns

Dynamic Architecture

Diagonal composition with strong modern feel

dynamic architecture, diagonal lines, asymmetrical balance, modern design

Composition Practice Recommendations

Recommended Practices

  • Determine subject position first, then arrange other elements
  • Try different angles and viewpoints
  • Pay attention to visual weight distribution
  • Use natural lighting to enhance composition

Common Mistakes

  • ×Over-reliance on centered composition
  • ×Ignoring background-subject relationship
  • ×Frame elements too crowded
  • ×Lack of clear visual focus

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