The photo shows a rule of composition, because Its an example of symmetry and pattern.The photo also shows an element of art, because its an example of texture. The difference is that they show different ideas in the picture. 

element of art link: http://garibayfatima.blogspot.com/2013/10/elements-of-art-photo-walk.html

10 rules of comosition: http://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/10-top-photography-composition-rules

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Rule of composition dramatic angles- Cropping...

This is an example of composition because it is listed down as one.

Composition describes placement of relative objects and elements in a work of art. Consequently, composition is a key aspect of a good work of art.
Read more at: http://photographylife.com/what-is-composition-in-photography#ixzz2i5UJ4jV0, ://www.photographymad.com/pages/view/10-top-photography-composition-rules, and at http://www.colorpilot.com/comp_rules.html.

Composition is the placement or arrangement of visual elements or ingredients in a work of art, as distinct from the subject of a work. It can also be thought of as the organization of the elements of art according to the principles of art. My group and I chose dramatic angles which is one of the 10 composition rules. 

I chose these effects because of the light and the way I looked.

I chose these effects because of the light and how cool it looked, like the background and other things like that.

ANSEL ADAMS well worked photography... He was great at taking photos I believe it was his passion