WILDLIFE CAPTURE

DIRECTION OF EYELINE

The viewer’s eye will follow the gaze of a strong subject. Ensure this does not lead out of the frame before they have explored all of the desirable components

ENVIRONMENT

Effective wildlife images convey the subject in the context of its ecological niche without compromising framing integrity. A good balance satisfies biological and photographic requirements in equal measure

SUBJECT BEHAVIOUR

Attempt to capture the subject so that it is ‘active’. By showing it engaging in its common behaviour your image has greater narrative potential, increasing its use as an educational aid

VISIBLE DETAIL

The subject should be placed to give equal dominance

to the intended major features. The

face of the subject should always be the

primary focus area