of pulling attention away from the main subject and creating a visual conflict in the composition. A vital distinction must be made here about the difference between a composition's main subject and its focal point. The main subject is the primary element around which the photograph's narrative is arranged. The focal point is the precise spot in the composition that draws the attention of the viewer's eye. The basic objective of good composition is to make sure that your subject and your focal point are one and the same. That way, there is no conflict over where the viewer's eye should come to rest. It's usually best to have one main subject as the focal point because a photograph generally can tell only one story successfully. The main subject can be one object or several, and you may decide to include a secondary subject. But make sure nothing distracts from the main subject. Lacking a strong center of interest forces the viewer to search for something to observe, eyes seeking a rest- ing place.