> ... What advice (/ rule / law etc) > should there be for composition - to aid those who > don't know where to start? In my article, the use of the term "rule" is just a matter of editorial choice, believe me. People need to grasp the idea as simple as possible. OTOH, a cylindrical panoramic doesn't need to be *mounted* or presented as a cylinder, so that might be the solution. If it were mounted as a cylinder, then the use of large and small objects (trees or buildings) could help solve the controversy of thirds (a prominent object would "mark" one third). Another option is the use of strong perspective line, like a road going into distance. As of the judging in a contest, I guess there are things we just can't help. If you are consistent for a long time, then you will become the rule-maker yourself! :-) Regards, ===== _____________________ www.alberto-tirado.com __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Vote for the stars of Yahoo!'s next ad campaign! http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/yahoo/votelifeengine/
