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Want to guide your viewer’s eye straight to the subject? Use leading lines.
Leading lines are natural or man-made lines in your scene — things like roads, fences, rivers, shadows, and walls — that lead the eye through your photo. Leading lines create depth, pull the viewer into the image, and add a sense of direction or movement. Think of them as invisible arrows that tell the viewer where to look.
Quick Tips:
- Get low to use sidewalks, hiking trails, or lines on pavement.
- Use architecture — hallways, railings, window frames.
- Try shooting wide to exaggerate the effect.
- Diagonal lines add energy, while curved lines feel more gentle and inviting.
Leading lines don’t always have to point to something — sometimes they flow, guiding the eye in a way that makes your photo feel intentional and immersive.
Learning Challenge: This week, find 3 kinds of leading lines in your environment. Compose with one bold, central line. Then try framing from a corner for diagonal drama.
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