When shooting, it is common to focus on the main subject, aiming to position it on a strong point of the image according to the rule of thirds, while waiting for a nice attitude. However, the background plays an equally crucial role in the composition of a photo, significantly affecting the final result.
What is the background?
The background refers to everything behind your main subject. Its impact on the image is significant. It provides more context to the scene, accentuates the subject by blurring the rest, and plays with colors. For this, two main approaches are available: depth of field and color harmony.
Definition of planes
Background: Backdrop of the image, often confused with the middle ground, especially in macro photography.
Foreground: Subject(s) located at the front of the photo.
Middle ground: Elements located behind the subject(s) at the front.
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