Layout Templates

So many people have asked me questions about composition, I’ve started this collection of layout templates. They’ll help with organizing your compositions, and teach you some basic layout techniques.

Layout #1 - Framed Focal Image

Layout #1 - Framed Focal Image

This first layout template is quite simple—just an interesting background, with a focal image floating in the center.

Layout #2 - Focal Image Floating on Fours

Layout #2 - Focal Image Floating on Fours

Expanding on the first layout template, this time we’ll float the central focal image on four background pieces to create some layers.

Layout #3 - Offset Rectangles

Layout #3 - Offset Rectangles

Here’s another simple layout that floats two rectangles on the background to achieve a slightly assymetrical effect.

Layout #4 - Split Background

Layout #4 - Split Background

Here’s another simple layout that a single rectangle on a background that’s been split in half.

Layout #5 - Circle on Crossed Ribbons

Layout #5 - Circle on Crossed Ribbons

I think it’s time to add circles to our layout elements, don’t you?

Layout #6 - Circles on a Split Background

Layout #6 - Circles on a Split Background

This template floats three circular elements on an unevenly split background.

Layout #7 - Single Triangle

Layout #7 - Single Triangle

Here’s a simple template that’s ideal for Christmas cards.

Layout #8 - Three Triangles

Layout #8 - Three Triangles

Here’s another layout that’s ideal for Christmas cards.

Layout #9 - Faux Envelope

Layout #9 - Faux Envelope

Use an envelope as your guide to card making.