Emphasis by Contrast

Emphasis is a noun. It occurs whenever an element of a piece is given dominance by a photographer (artist). The photographer makes part of the work (the focal point/s) stand out by drawing the viewer’s eye towards that specific point.  There are several ways this can be achieved, the photographer may use emphasis by contrast, creating places in an image where the viewer’s eye cannot help but be drawn. 

Emphasis by contrast: When one part of the image is identified as different to the other. I decided to use this lovely little flower I found in The Fernery at Pukekura Park. The flower is clearly different to the background, it is bright, colourful and in focus. Whereas the background is dark and blurred (shallow depth of field).