This Simple Layering Trick Makes Photos Cinematic

In this video, I’m exploring how layering can transform your photography and make your shots feel more cinematic.

We’ll look at how foreground, middle ground, and background work together to create rhythm and structure in your frame - the kind of composition that feels more like a moment from a film than a quick snapshot. If you’re interested in cinematic street photography, this is a great technique to start using in your own work.

If you’re looking to improve your composition, slow down your process, and give your photos more presence and visual impact, I think you’ll get a lot from this one.

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