Have you ever lined up your shot just right, only to feel… bored by it? 🙈

I used to obsess over perfect symmetry—balancing subjects, using grids, making sure everything was "correct." But somewhere along the way, my photos started to feel like they had no soul.

If you've ever felt that too, you're definitely not alone. Let me share how I learned to break the rules—and why that actually made my photos more powerful.

Symmetry isn't everything

We've all heard about the "rule of thirds" or how symmetry can make a photo look clean and polished. And yes—it works. Think of those classic reflection shots, or architecture photos where every line lines up. But after a while, all my shots started to look the same. Pretty, sure—but predictable. 🤷‍♀️ There was no tension, no surprise. It didn't reflect real life.

Enter: the beauty of chaos

One day, I was shooting at a local street market. It was crowded, messy, and nothing lined up. I took a few random snaps—off-center, tilted, blurry motion in the background. When I looked back later, those images had something the others didn't: energy. The imperfection felt real. It felt like you could hear the noise and smell the food. That was the moment I realized: sometimes, chaos tells a better story than control.

It's not about "bad" composition

Breaking the rules doesn't mean being careless. It's still about intention. You just learn when to lean into imbalance. Place your subject in a corner. Let heads get cropped. Capture people mid-blink or walking out of frame. These moments add movement and emotion—and honestly, they spark conversation way more than a "perfect" photo ever could.

Practice looking for imperfection

Next time you're out shooting, give yourself a challenge: take 10 photos that feel messy, weird, or even "wrong." You'll be surprised how many turn out to be your favorites. 🎞️ It's freeing. And it reminds you that art doesn't have to follow a formula to be beautiful.

What do *you* prefer?

Are you more into crisp, clean compositions—or do you love the raw, unpredictable kind of shot? 🎥 Let's chat in the comments. I'm always curious to hear how other people see the world through their lens. 📸💬

And hey—next time you feel stuck, try shaking it up. Break a few rules. You might just capture something unforgettable. 😉