Sometimes the problem is not your drawing or technique, but how the elements are arranged within the frame.
In this carousel, I’ve covered 7 common composition mistakes and simple ways to fix them.
But it’s important to remember: every rule has exceptions.
The problem is not breaking a rule itself, but making a compositional mistake without realizing it.
Professional artists can intentionally break the rules and create powerful, expressive compositions. What matters is understanding why you are making a particular compositional decision.
Composition is not a set of strict rules — it’s a tool you need to learn to use consciously.
This is only Part 1 — more composition mistakes are coming.
I’ve also prepared a summary guide with all 14 composition mistakes, so you can save it and refer back to it while painting.
