Rule of thirds
三分法 · 九宫格 · 三分构图
What it is
Place the subject on a third line or intersection rather than dead center.
When to use it
Natural balance with room to look into.
When not to
When you want strong symmetry or frontal pressure.
Often confused with
- Symmetry
Symmetry puts the subject dead center.
Common generation mistakes
SymptomThe subject still lands in the center.
FixState the subject sits on the left third of the frame.