SQUARE FORMAT
Aspect ratio of 1:1
The square format is known to be an effective ratio to create
artistic photos. Although there is an impression that square
format became popular recently, it has actually been loved by
photo enthusiasts for over 90 years.
The screen size of INSTAX SQUARE is 62mm x 62mm, which is the
perfect 1:1 aspect ratio. Capture a scene dramatically no matter
whether the subject is people, landscape or others.
The highlights of SQUARE FORMAT
Capture the subject as well as the background and atmosphere.
Highly artistic and stylish, fits in interior.
7 COMPOSITION
TIPS
Recommended photo-shooting patterns
Centered composition
Line layout
Grid layout
Using negative space
Layout with depth
Symmetric composition
Fill the frame
Centered composition
Place your subject in the center of the frame to create beautiful compositions. Leave some clear space around all sides of the subject and get your subject positioned directly in the middle of your frame for best results. Framing the subject will really make them jump out from the background and can make the photo even more impressive. Try this with flat-lay style shots, urban landscapes and people to get great results.
Line layout
Create highly stylized images by finding and using naturally occuring lines found in your surroundings. Try highlighting the line dividing a square into two, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Doing this will create contrast between both parts of the shot adding interest. This technique can really bring some atmosphere and feeling to your imagery. Look for the horizon line, edges of buildings and even staircases to get this look.
Grid layout
This composition is looking for a grid-like style format; the concept is to look for and capture multiple vertical and horizontal lines as they inter-connect with each other. Try this technique on subjects with repeating patterns such as windows, pillars and large skyline buildings to get great results.
Using negative space
Framing an image with negative space can really make your images stand out, it puts further focus on the subject and can help eliminate areas of a shot that you might not wish to include. To compose this type of image, place your subject within the frame, usually slightly off-center or at the edge of the frame and then leave a good amount of empty space (negative space) around them. This works well with city skylines, close up subjects and portraits.
Layout with depth
Using the depth of structures and shapes you can use this technique to really draw your viewers eye into the image. Using locations such as hallways, tunnels, and staircases can deliver great results and that feeling of being sucked into the image. You can also achieve these results using shapes like the lines that connect in the corner of a room, experiment with different colors to expand the concept of these shoots.
Symmetric composition
Symmetry can be used to amazing effect in photography. Try aligning your subjects in a way that creates symmetry from the center outwards. The distances between both of subject's center to the end are the same, the picture can be naturally stable and well-balanced. This technique can be used to create abstract and unique images from many subject types. You can look for reflections of a building in water, items laid in a flatlay style, or even symmetry found in nature.
Fill the frame
This style of photography is all about filling the frame with a subject. This could be a field of flowers, a busy crowd of people or a whole tray full of cakes! The concept here is make sure the whole frame is full with the subject. Leave no area (negative space) empty to create this look. Sometimes when experimenting with a composition, if the picture isn’t looking its best, try filling the frame to really bring it to life.
SQUARE LINEUP
