
Imagine this view without the diagonal rays of sunlight and you'll probably agree: diagonal lines are dynamic!Generally, pictures with subjects directly in the center tend to be more static and less interesting than pictures with off-center subject placement
Here's a case where you have excellent subject control. You can have the model pose anywhere along the walkway. The rule of thirds indicates this placement which also gives the model a definite path to follow within the picture area
Here's what we're looking for. The flamingo has relaxed, and his neck now forms a pleasing S curve against a better background. So, the S curve is an attractive shape to look for when you compose a photograph.