The seven basic elements of photography are line, shape, form, texture, pattern, color and space. All refer to the way you set up your photo. Composition helps you represent any of these elements in the way you choose. Let’s have a close look:

• Line­– Can be vertical, horizontal, curved or jagged. Examples: roads, sunsets, bridges.
• Shape­– Two-dimensional representation of objects. Examples: silhouetted photographs of birds.
• Form – Three-dimensional representation of objects, usually through the use of lighting and shadows.
• Texture – The use of lighting to bring out details of an object, making it easy to see whether a surface is smooth or soft.
• Pattern – The use of repetition to create an interesting photo. Examples: photos of gardens or flowers.
• Color – Using warm or cool colors to set a mood.
• Space – Either negative or positive space can be used to make a statement. Often seen when using the rule of thirds.