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100 Be courteous

Respect local customs when photographing or videotaping
people. Ask permission (smile and point at the camera if you don’t speak the
language). In some countries, such as Morocco or Tanzania, your subject might
expect a tip, so have small bills handy. Consider showing your subjects their
pictures. If someone doesn’t want his or her picture taken, don’t take it. And
never photograph children without their parents’ permission.
101 Remember the rule of thirds

This is the golden rule of photo composition, based on the idea
that not everything should be centered. Look through your viewfinder and
imagine that the space is divided by a tic-tac-toe board. Important elements
can be aligned to appear where the lines intersect, creating more visual interest
and energy. (See the example below.)

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