Take a Photo on an Anti-Mainstream Phone? Try Using the Rule of Thirds

JAKARTA - The rule of thirds is a basic composition technique that can be used when taking pictures, including with a mobile phone. This composition will shift the subject from the center position to a more balanced position.

Most people tend to put the subject in the middle of the photo. For some things, the concept of the photo is quite good, but it often feels flat. However, if you use a rule of thirds, the photo will feel more dynamic with a strong depth.

The rule of thirds will place a subject or object on the line or intersection point of the imaginary grid. To get the right position, launch from Makeuseof, you need to activate the grid line or grid feature in the camera app settings first.

After it is active, the phone screen will display a 3x3 line that divides the viewfinder into nine equally sized sections. Next, place the subject or object on the line that is to the left or right.

With this photo technique, people who see the photo will explore the entire frame to understand the context of the scene. This technique will create visual appeal that makes the photo feel more alive and not boring.

The rule of thirds also helps you in utilizing the empty area around the subject. This area, which is called negative space, will be more balanced and give the impression that the photo was taken with aesthetic intent.

In storytelling photography, the background has an equally important role as the main subject. By positioning the subject slightly to the side, you give space for the background to explain the story behind the photo.