Step 4 of 14 · Phone Photography That Looks Intentional
Combine lines with the grid
Combine lines with the grid — step 4 of 14 in Phone Photography That Looks Intentional. Place your subject on a thirds intersection and let a leading line run toward it.
Free photography tip: Combine lines with the grid (step 4 of 14 from "Phone Photography That Looks Intentional").
Place your subject on a thirds intersection and let a leading line run toward it. This stacks two composition tools and creates a photo that feels directed rather than accidental.
Shoot three examples: one with a path, one with a shadow, and one with an architectural edge. Check each against the grid. If the line runs into dead center, shift your feet until it aims at an intersection.
You'll need
- Grid enabled
- Three intersection shots taken
- Three leading-line shots taken
- Compared centered vs. off-center
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