Compositions of Photography: One to One Point Of View

One to One POV

The one to one composition is when the photographer is straight on with the subject. It communicates equality as neither shows more power over the other.

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This shot demonstrates One to One POV. The photographer was straight on with the subject when they took the shot, which is established through the position of the body of the subject, particularly her eyes. 

There is no feelings of overpowerment, be it from the subject or the photographer, as by being on the same level/position, there is more of an equal stand between the two, allowing for a more simple, peaceful shot.  This is, of course, added to by the light, bright colours used, making the shot seem even brighter and happier. 

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Similar to the first shot, the one to one POV is mostly distinguished by the position of the subject in the shot, especially, once again, her eyes. The lighting gives a more mysterious, dynamic feel, but there is no sense of strength radiating more from the subject nor the position of the photographer.