Free download: Guide to understanding the rule of thirds in portraits

Improve the composition of your portraits with this free guide on the rule of thirds. Learn from Gabriela Niko, an expert in illustration

Want to improve the composition of your portraits? The rule of thirds is one of the most important principles in creating a balanced and attractive image. To help you master it, at Domestika we give you a free downloadable guide with the key concepts to take your drawings to the next level.

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The rule of thirds is a classic visual composition technique that consists of dividing an image into three equal parts, both horizontally and vertically. The intersection points of these lines mark the areas where it is more advisable to place the main elements of your work. Because they generate visual balance and attract the viewer's attention.

Learn how to apply the rule of thirds in your portraits.
This guide is part of the course Portrait Sketchbook: explore the human face taught by Gabriela Niko, a freelance artist internationally recognized for her illustrations. In this course, Gabriela shares essential tips for capturing the essence of the human face, starting with useful concepts such as this one.

About Gabriela Niko
Gabriela Niko is a Polish illustrator specializing in portraiture and human figure. After training at the Polish Academy of Fine Arts and working almost a decade in fashion design, she decided to devote herself entirely to drawing. She currently shares her art with over 350,000 followers on Instagram, is an ambassador for Paper Concept and has collaborated on editorial and creative projects of all kinds.

If you want to feel learning don't miss Gabriela's complete course, Portrait sketchbook: explore the human face.