The Rule of Thirds

The Rule of Thirds

• The Rule of Thirds divides a frame into thirds
• Where the lines intersect, that is where the main point of interest should lay
• Points of interest should not be located around the outside or in the center of the frame

Rule of Thirds Grid

Examples of Rule of Thirds

Good Frame VS Bad Frame

Bad Frame: Eye's are below the line; showing too much shoulders; too much space in the background

Good Frame: Eye's are on the line; shoulders are just in frame; good amount of space in the background; tighter and cleaner shot