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FIgure 4.15
In this desert scene in the Lake Mead National recreation
Area outside of Las Vegas, the cacti are separated from
the edge of the frame to create a distinct visual group that
then relates to the background.
FIgure 4.17
This is the same photo as Figure 4.15, but now it’s cropped
to show an awkward relationship of the cacti to the edge.
FIgure 4.16
For this image, the cacti are deliberately cut by the edge of
the composition, creating a dramatic and bold look at this
stark landscape.FIgure 4.18
Is this landscape filled with California poppies? By using
the edges to cut into the patch of poppies, the photo gives
that impression.ISO 100
1/10 sec.
f/22
12mm
(Four Thirds)ISO 100
1/10 sec.
f/22
12mm
(Four Thirds)ISO 100
1/10 sec.
f/22
12mm
(Four Thirds)ISO 100
1/400 sec.
f/4
6mm
(Compact)