Three Lighthouse Views
A camera’s position changes the size and height of a subject in the frame. From below, a lighthouse can look towering; from above, it can look small.
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- Left lighthouse lantern: a low viewpoint makes the tower rise steeply above the horizon.
- Center lighthouse door: an eye-level viewpoint places the tower level with the horizon.
- Right lighthouse base: a high viewpoint makes the tower appear small against the water.
Examples
- A photo of a friend taken from the floor can make them look tall.
- A photo from a balcony can make a street below look tiny.
Key takeaways
- Low angles tend to make a subject look more powerful.
- High angles tend to make a subject look smaller or less powerful.
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