Photography Composition

A composition class for intermediate and advanced photographers.

Composition is the secret sauce of photography—the part that takes an ordinary image and makes it unforgettable. In our composition photography class, you’ll learn how to use the rule of thirds, leading lines, negative space photography, and framing to create stronger, more intentional images. We’ll also explore symmetry, balance, and how depth of field and perspective can build mood, layers, and focal points. These aren’t rigid rules—they’re creative tools you can bend, break, and play with to consistently shape photographs that feel alive.

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with Cornell Watson

Composing the World You See

Composition is the sauce to creating art and the key to consistency.  In Composing The World You See, you will learn to build, stretch, challenge, and flex your composition muscles to consistently create your new favorite photos.

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How class registration works

Enrolment for our interactive classes opens three times a year—based on US seasons and dates:

  • Winter - January 7th 2026

  • Spring- March 25th 2026

  • Fall - August 26th 2026

how to register

All interactive classes offer two learning options:

Guided Seats

Guided Students get tailored guidance from the teacher including direct feedback on images and exercises as well as personalised feedback videos on assignments.

Independent Seats

Independent students have full access to class content and can participate in class discussions —they just don’t get teacher critique and feedback on images or assignments.

Both learning options offer a rich and inspiring experience and are open to students all over the world.

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Next registration for interactive classes opens January 7th 6pm EST

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