Rule of Thirds and Composition

Rule of Thirds and Composition

Grade 8 · Art · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can apply the rule of thirds to create a balanced composition in my own artwork.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Composition in Art: Mastering the Rule of Thirds

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe a scene you want to paint (e.g., a sunset over the ocean). Explain how you would use the rule of thirds to position the horizon line and any other key elements in your painting. Imagine you are painting a portrait of a person. How could you use the rule of thirds to position the person's face and eyes in the painting to create a balanced composition?

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