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Practical exercise

Fill the frame technique: try it yourself

Photograph by Carl Cooper LRPS illustrating fill the frame technique
Photograph by Carl Cooper LRPS.

1. Flower Close-Up

Get so close you only see petal texture; no stem or background.

2. Eye Portrait

Fill entire frame with one eye (human or doll).

3. Texture Focus

Zoom in on wood grain, fabric weave, or rust; no context.

4. Food Detail

Fill frame with just sprinkles on a cupcake or steam from coffee.

5. Eliminate Clutter

Re-shoot a messy photo; crop in or move closer to remove distractions.