Photographic Composition in Ruins

You will learn how to document the whole scene from all angles, for instance, an old overgrown building. As you move in tighter, you’ll want to include the interaction between nature and ruins such as moss growing on a roofline. Kylee also suggests shooting close-ups of scrap metal in the grass, a flower along a stone wall, a broken window and a rusted pipe joint. For tall, imposing structures, get low with your wide-angle lens to add drama.

Join Kylee Leonetti for tips on photographic composition in ruins.

See all videos in our Beauty in Ruins Course:

Beauty in Ruins – Course Preview
Abandoned Photography: The Basics
What to Bring When Shooting Abandoned Locations
Safety Tips for Photographers Shooting in Ruins
Photography Inspiration in Industrial Ruins
This video: Photographic Composition in Ruins
Unique Ruin Subjects to Photograph
Portrait Photography Tips for Capturing the Beauty in Ruins
Using a Macro Lens When Photographing Ruins