The zone system is a technique formulated in the 1930s.

Benefits of Utilizing the Zone System

• Capturing a correct exposure every time, even in the trickiest light or scene situations.
• Having a precise evaluation of your scene’s tones and dynamic range prior to even making a shot.
• Knowing when you need to use graduated neutral density filters.
• Knowing exactly how far apart to take exposure bracketed shots for later blending.
• Determining the situations where you need to use a fill flash to get a correct exposure.

Taking inspiration off of Ansel Adams, I tried to I incorporate all the different tones, from the darkest to the lightest, to make the photograph more interesting. The darkest point of the photograph is the middle towards the front of the photograph, showing black, whereas the lightest point is the top of the creased paper facing the natural light.