Photography tips

Leading line

Wooden railing and stairs on Mount Pilatus overlooking a sea of clouds in bright sunshine

Key tips

  1. Position the railing intentionally as a leading line to guide the viewer's eye into the sea of clouds.
  2. Use a wide-angle lens to emphasize the wooden jetty as a leading line towards the horizon.
  3. Use the steel frame as a leading line to guide the viewer's eye directly to Mount Pilatus.

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All subjects Mountains Landscape Pilatus Central Switzerland Lake Lucerne
Wooden railing and stairs on Mount Pilatus overlooking a sea of clouds in bright sunshine 12 mm · f/16 · 1/400 s · ISO 200

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  • Mountains
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