Reflection and Frame Definition

Reflection

The throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it. Reflection is an important 
consideration in framing a composition and establishing balance.

Rule of thirds

It affects the ratio (1:1.618) of a picture size, as well as the placement of the main subjects in the photo. This ratio is close 
to the 35mm ratio, so you don't need to change the size of the photo in most cases. But you need to consider the 
composition: main subject should lie on one of the four lines or four intersections.

Golden Ratio

In nature we see the golden ratio in plants and the branching of trees, the spirals of shells, the curves of waves, 

in our DNA and the solar system. It has also been used in architecture, art and music. Simply put, the golden ratio 

is a ratio of approximately 1.618 to 1. This proportion creates a sense of harmony and balance. Below see 

how Cartier-Bresson used the proportions of the Golden Rectangle to form his composition.

Surrealism

Surrealism is a style of art and literature developed principally in the 20th century, stressing the subconscious or 
nonrational significance of imagery arrived at by automatism or the exploitation of chance effects, unexpected 
juxtapositions, etc. This photo is an example of surrealism because our minds don't understand this image at first 
but then we begin to realise and understand how this image works. This image uses a reflection to crete 
surrealism. 

Framing

Framing is the technique of drawing attention to the subject of your image by blocking other parts of the image 

with something in the scene. The benefits of framing pictures include giving the photo context, giving images a 

sense of depth and layers, leading the eye towards your main focal point and intriguing your viewer. This image 

shows frames because we focus on what is in the middle of the picture. The frame of the window helps us focus 

in on the trees and the view.