Taking food photos can be as easy as 1,2,3 but taking a mesmerizing one needs some tricks. Don't worry, it is easy with proper lighting and so as to composition. So today, let's start learning Diagonal Composition.

First of all, let's take a look at some photographers' works.

@shuang

 

Diagonal Lines Rule 

You may be aware that images above are shot by diagonal lines rule. What is diagonal lines rule?

 

The diagonal framing rule is to connect the main body in two diagonal lines in the frame, and to make the picture more flexible and lively through the convergence trend of the lines. Diagonal lines is best at making the viewer's eyes focus through the photograph. Photo usually intersects with other lines that makes it more interesting and mesmerizing. 

 

The following examples are how we can capture diagonal images.

① Take a long plate and slant it along the diagonal of the picture to extend the line of sight.

② Take a round tableware and place the plates or props diagonally to achieve a balance of aesthetics.

@Jinle

 

* Pictures, settings and paths might differ from those of your phone, but that do not affect the description in this article.

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