For photojournalists there is a lot to think about when trying to report a story through visual imagery. Here are some tips and advice for what to do when your framing the subject.
Composition Tips - lines, patterns, protagonist/emphasis, tonality, contrast, groupings, point of view
Form -Arms of composition, specific feelings (balance, calmness, tension), specific meanings (pointing at something), vagueness
Content -choice of subject, method of approach, choice of equipment-camera settings
Photographic narration -photo sequence, photo essay, autonomous image
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