SYMMETRY IN STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

Seoul Tower, South Korea, 2017

Symmetry in street photography

The similarity, although not necessarily exact, between the opposite ends within a frame creating that symmetrical illusion. This is a mixture of luck, patience, and a keen eye. Identifying a potentially good shot isn’t enough. It’s clicking at the right moment is what makes the picture perfect and unique.

This picture that I took back in Seoul was more of luck than patience. I thought it was an interresting scene seeing these people converse while a hill in the background compliments the scene. Little did I know, a quite amazing shot was captured.

So what made this symmetrical?

1. The window frame/line cutting across the frame. This establishes the axis of symmery
2. Two people with (amazingly) similar gestures and expression.

Additional touch

1. The contrast of sexes between male and female
2. The hill in the background complimenting to the already balanced image.

So what do you think? You guys are free to share yout symmetrical street shots too in the comments!

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