– Shape and proportion.
– Positioning/orientation/balance/harmony among the elements.
– The area within the field of view used for the picture (“cropping”)
– The path or direction followed by the viewer’s eye when they observe the image.
– Negative space.
What Sells Best On Shutterstock?
Some types of photos that sell best are Portrait Photography, Food Photography, Landscapes (usually with people) and fine art photography (artsy).