Rules of thirds

This week I took pictures 

based on the rules of thirds. 

First example:

Centered

Rule of thirds

Second example:

 

Centered

 

 Rule of thirds

 After I uploaded these photos, I looked back at a photo shot I had taken last May with my little Aubrie.  I was pleasantly surprised to find I had taken so great photos with this rule and didn't even know it.  So, I thought I would share these examples with you.  They were taken with my Canon Rebel SLR with the 70-300 zoom lens.

Following the Rule of Thirds

This is too centered to be a truly dynamic photo

Again,the Rule of Thirds proven to make the better picture! (LOVE the belly!!)

I think this picture is still following the Rule of Thirds, but also offers lead room, so you can tell where she came from (down the stairs).  The flocks also create a asymmetrical focal point, creating a more interesting picture.

 Please let me know your thoughts :)