5 Photography Composition Tips From a National Geographic Photo Story

In this video, you will learn the 5 composition techniques that I used in the making of my photo-story, ‘Jakarta – The Sinking City’, published with National Geographic.

These insights are not just tips—they are career-tested techniques that have shaped my approach to capturing life’s unscripted moments.

What’s In The Video:

0:00 Introduction to Composition
01:31 The Rule of Thirds
02:47 Frame In a Frame
04:12 Strong Shapes
05:28 Center Focus
06:45 Diminishing Perspective
08:09 Combining Techniques

Each segment offers in-depth insights, helping you not only take better photos but also understand the mindset of a professional in the field.

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See the full story, ‘Jakarta – The Sinking City’ on the National Geographic website here: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/130723-jakarta-indonesia-flooding-sea-level-rise-sinking-disasters

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