Leading lines
Compositional rules
Principles of Design
Balance of Space
100

This type of leading line runs parallel to the horizon and creates a feeling of calm and stability.

Answer: Horizontal

100

This composition technique divides the frame into nine equal sections.

Answer: Rule of Thirds

100

This principle makes one subject stand out more than the rest of the image.

Answer: Emphasis

100

This empty area around the subject helps draw attention to it.

Answer: Negative Space

200

This type of leading line creates a sense of height and strength.

Answer: Vertical

200

This mathematical composition guide has been used in art and photography for centuries.

Answer: Golden Ratio

200

This principle refers to differences between light and dark, colors, or textures.

Answer: Contrast

200

When both sides of an image have equal visual weight, this type of balance is created.

Answer: Symmetrical Balance

300

These leading lines direct the viewer's eye toward a common point, creating depth.

Answer: Converging Lines

300

Using surrounding objects like windows or doorways to highlight a subject is called this.

Framing

300

This principle describes how the viewer's eye travels through a photograph.

Answer: Movement

300

This type of balance uses unequal visual weight while still feeling balanced.

Asymmetrical Balance

400

This type of leading line creates energy, motion, and action.

Answer: Diagonal Lines

400

This composition technique uses repeating objects to strengthen an image.

Answer: Pattern

400

This principle refers to the relationship between the sizes of objects in a photograph.

Answer: Proportion

400

This type of space is occupied by the main subject of the image.

Answer: Positive Space

500

A winding river through a landscape is an example of this type of leading line.

Answer: Curved Line

500

This composition rule encourages placing important subjects near intersections instead of the center.

Answer: Rule of Thirds

500

This principle ensures every element works together to create a complete image.

Answer: Unity

500

The visual "weight" of objects within a photograph is known as this design principle.

Balance

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