Frame within a Frame: How to Add Depth to Photos
What is the Frame within a Frame photography composition rule, and why should you use it? In this video, I explain how this simple technique can instantly add depth, layers, and context to your images.
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Stop creating flat photos. Learn how to use natural and man-made frames (like windows, trees, and arches) to guide the viewer's eye exactly where you want it.
CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro: Why your photos look flat
0:28 - Frame within a Frame Explained
0:54 - Benefit 1: Creating a Focal Point
1:04 - Benefit 2: Adding 3D Depth & Layers
1:20 - Benefit 3: Telling a Story (Context)
1:35 - Landscape Photography Examples (Trees & Caves)
2:00 - Urban Photography Examples (Windows & Doors)
2:26 - Creative Framing Ideas (Tunnels & Fences)
2:43 - Pro Tip: The "Inception" Frame (Multiple Layers)
3:33 - Summary: Don't force the frame