Want to take picture perfect shots? The A to Z of photography

A mirrored composition like this makes ‘heavy’ use of symmetry, creating a peaceful and harmonious visual. ­— Photos: 123rf.com

Have you ever imagined taking a photograph in your head, only to find that the end result doesn’t quite match the scene you had in mind?

Despite the fact that modern phones have good cameras and that people post a lot of photos online, most folks have no idea what goes into taking a good photo.