Balance is an essential aspect of a good photo. A balanced amount of light, color, and lines is the soul of the photo. Too much or too little of one steals the life out of the photo, making it lifeless and unbalanced. But not every photo needs a splash of colors. A common example is black and white photos. They are used especially in portraits and simple photos that feature one to two lines. Having only two colors directs the viewer’s attention straight to the subject of the photo.

Rules could be broken unknowingly, and sometimes, that is a good thing. That is the beginning of a unique style. Plenty of amazing photographers created their own style by breaking the rules of photography.

There is no such thing as “good” or “bad” photos. Any object or subject can be art, with enough context and a story to back up the decision, even if the photo breaks the rules of photography.