We’ve all heard about the rule of thirds, leading lines, symmetry, and perfect balance. You’ve probably had these drilled into your creative brain since the moment you first picked up a camera. They’re helpful, sure. They guide our eyes, make sense of chaos, and provide structure to the visual stories we tell. But let's be real—sometimes rules practically beg to be broken.

Photography isn’t just a hobby—it’s a mental health tool. I’ve been saying this for years. Your creative practice is drugs.

Through your viewfinder, you start noticing things you never paid attention to before.