Lesson #4: Leading Lines--due August 2

Following the Leader

• Use leading lines to draw the viewer's eye through the photograph.
• Lines can be horizontal, vertical, diagonal, or even curved.
• Use leading lines to draw the viewer's attention to the focal point.

Examples:

From hubertk.

From Alex Guerra.

From arturodonate.

Resources:

• "Better Photo Tips: Lines in your Photos" by Tedric Garrison.
• "Leading Lines" from photoinf.com.
• "Assignment 8: Leading Lines" by Kelly Hoffart.
• "Photography Tip: Use Leading Lines to Enhance the Shot" by Rich Legg.
• "Tips and Tricks- Leading Lines" by Coastline Studios.

This is our last composition lesson for awhile. For this week's lesson, take a few shots using lines to lead our eyes to the center of attention. Lines can be actual objects, such as a fence, or could even be shadows on the ground. Post your favorite photos on our Flickr site.

Let us know that you're playing along. In the comments, tell us about a road that you are looking forward to traveling down.