Golden Ratio Composition ?

The golden ratio is an aesthetically composition. The ratio of 1.618 to 1. The most important fact to know is that it's not a new composition in photography but artists, photographers, painters, and architects are using this magical composition in their field successfully. It can be noticed in all the creative fields if you are carrying a photography eye and having great observation skills.

The golden ratio is a mathematical rule that says any line can be divided so that the longer segment divided by the shorter segment is the same ratio as the full line divided by the longer segment. It can be used horizontally, vertically and vice-versa

Please see above -posted image, I have marked golden ratio composition in the red colour, see the interesting subject covered by this composition. It is just an application of your subject in your golden ratio composition. Place your subject in a way that looks more interesting, communicates better, and conveys a strong message to your viewers. There are end number of composition technique that helps your subject to speak loud to your viewers,

We are aware of a few common compositions like the rule of thirds, grid overlay, Golden mean (golden ratio) etc. more effective compositional guidelines based on ancient mathematics and used in art by masters like Michaelangelo, Leonardo DiVinci, and Salvador Dali.

Better composition for the subject

Here's when you should use the golden spiral and rule of thirds:

• Overall the golden spiral creates a more balanced image in landscape photography.
• Use the rule of thirds in portraits.
• Turn on the rule of thirds grid on your camera to guide you when taking photos.
• Use the golden spiral for precise placement when cropping photos.
• Look for leading lines or natural curves within the scene. Strong leading lines are best placed using the phi grid, and curved, organic lines work better with the Fibonacci spiral.
• If afraid of using the golden ratio. The rule of thirds is a simplified version of the golden ratio then rule of the third can help.
• Use that composition that is more comfortable for you and helps your subject to look great but keep experimenting with new composition skills. It will improve your photography level.

Keep experimenting with new composition technique and Have a wonderful photography life.

Photographer and Blogger Prasenjeet Gautam (www.prasenjeetgautam.com) has captured above posted image. India