How to Compose an Image - Fundamentals of Visual Art Pt. 1

Image composition is one of the most fundamental ideas in the visual arts. A good composition has the power to change its viewers, while a bad composition is just confusing. In this video, we'll look at four principles you can use to guide your viewer's eye around your image. Whether you're a painter, photographer, filmmaker, or some other form of visual artist, these principles will help you create engaging images that hold your viewers' attention. Plus, there's an extra bonus tip to help you take your images to the next level!

This is the first part of a series of videos I'm making on the fundamentals of visual art. This video covers four primary principles an artist can use to compose their image, including the rule of thirds and utilizing planes of focus (i.e., fore- mid- and background).