Composition 101: Leading Lines | Bergen County Photographer
Leading lines are used draw your attention to certain parts of the frame. Our eyes are naturally drawn along lines in photos, they make us feel like we standing in the picture itself thus creating a sense of balance and flow to the image.
Leading lies are usually found in the bottom right or left corner of an image and sometimes in the center, bringing the viewer into the image and connecting the foreground and background.
Let's look at some some examples of leading lines:
In these two images, the lines from the boats and the pier draws the viewer into the image creating a focal point and a sense of balance.