Rule of Thirds for Cell Phone Video

Grade 6Art45 min

Learning Objective

I can apply the rule of thirds to record a short video clip using a cell phone, focusing on subject placement and visual balance.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

The Rule Of Thirds | What is it? Filmmaking & Photography Training

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œDescribe a scene you want to record with your cell phone. Explain how you would position the main subject(s) in the frame according to the rule of thirds to create a balanced and visually appealing shot. Imagine you are recording a short video of a landscape with your cell phone. How would you use the rule of thirds to position the horizon line to create a more interesting composition? ”

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