Don't forget textures

Hogar, dulce hogar
Originally uploaded by Any Manetta.

Very interesting shots can be made of objects or scenes that visualize textures. So be on the lookout for weathered wood, stone, sand - anything that conveys a rough or weathered look.

The photographer here captured the texture of the wood as well as the fabric in the window, and as a bonus included a knick-knack in the window to throw a spot of color into an otherwise monochrome composition. You'll also notice that the small porcelain house is placed on the diagonal line from botton left to top right of the photo. A very careful and well done composition.