These photos are exercises done for Ben Long's composition training video "Foundations of Photography: Composition" found at lynda.com. All photos are finished in black and white in order to concentrate on the composition elements without the additional complications of color. The instruction and exercises emphasize the composition elements and concentrate on them without regard for artistic excellence. That is, work the assignment lessons without trying for prize-winning or even necessarily good photos. Just good arrangements of essential photo elements and their placement within the frame.