Cropping out background clutter helps put the main subject matter in focus. Cropping to break out of the box adds additional interest.
Crop the Background
Example: Cropping to remove unwanted background
Before: Colors in background draw attention away from subject in foreground. After: Surrounded only by water, the girl and boat become the focus of attention. This crop also changes the shape of the overall image.
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