The document provides 10 tips for successful street photography. The tips include choosing a wide-angle lens to blend in, setting the camera to aperture-priority mode, getting close to subjects, always having the camera ready, ignoring fears about photographing strangers, shooting from the hip, photographing at night, thinking outside conventions, prioritizing composition over image quality, and most importantly having fun. The document emphasizes practicing street photography to develop skills in capturing candid moments out in public.
This document provides 25 tips for street photography. It discusses choosing versatile lenses, using a flash to add light in low-light situations, knowing your camera gear intimately so you don't miss shots, researching locations beforehand, developing people skills to interact with subjects, striking up conversations to blend in, capturing vibrant colors or removing color for black and white images, getting close for street portraits, and loosening up to capture more impersonal street scenes and details. The tips are meant to help photographers prepare to capture candid moments and document real life on the streets.
10 street photography tips and tricks to help you capture the decisive momentJanique Goff Madison
If you’re new to street photography, you’re soon going to learn it’s much more than taking snapshots in public places. To create quality, compelling photographs you need to have both skill and knowledge. It isn’t easy, but with practice — and patience — you’ll be able to improve your abilities and start making great street photographs. Don’t worry; we’re not going to push you out into the world with no tools to survive. We’re much kinder than that. From the best gear to how to shoot like a ninja, here are 10 street photography tips and tricks to help you step out of your comfort zone and start making great images.
10+1 Street Photography Tips and TricksDreamsDiary
Street photography is all about telling a story - stealing a moment from time and space. This presentation will teach you exactly how to behave while in a street photography session.
Have you ever heard about juxtaposition? This technique will make your street captures stand out!
Photography Tips for Beginners: Shoot Like a Pro By Thinking Like a ProAdam Michael Smith
1) The article provides photography tips for beginners to shoot like a pro by thinking like a pro. It emphasizes that cameras are tools, not crutches, and that proper technique and composition are more important than equipment.
2) It discusses the importance of light in photography and provides tips for working with different lighting conditions.
3) Composition is also key, and the article encourages experimenting with different angles and perspectives to make photographs stand out from snapshots.
The Aquinas Toledo Photography ePhoto Bookaquinas08
This document discusses various types and purposes of photography. It begins by explaining that photography touches the lives of hundreds of millions globally and has become widespread due to digital cameras. It then discusses why people photograph, including to preserve memories, capture moments in time, and for personal enjoyment. The document also provides tips for different types of photography like landscapes, portraits, and street photography. It emphasizes following your passion and not worrying what others think of your style.
Back in the 1800s, large format cameras were used to take portraits. These cameras used glass negatives that were 8 x 10 inches in size. When developing the negatives, photographers would make contact prints that were the same size as the negatives. This is why traditional portrait prints are still based on the 8 x 10 inch size for the paper, even as camera technologies have advanced. Photographers are advised to leave extra room around portraits when composing shots to allow for cropping images to fit the standard 8 x 10 ratio.
The document outlines Nathan Mead's pre-production plan for a photography portfolio project in Leeds. It discusses that Nathan wants to take long exposure night photos to capture light and motion in cities. Nathan will use this style because it provides good contrast and is aesthetically pleasing. The document also discusses potential photo subjects like skateboarding and layout designs for the portfolio, as well as the software, equipment, schedule and safety plans for the project.
This document provides 25 tips for street photography. It discusses choosing versatile lenses, using a flash to add light in low-light situations, knowing your camera gear intimately so you don't miss shots, researching locations beforehand, developing people skills to interact with subjects, striking up conversations to blend in, capturing vibrant colors or removing color for black and white images, getting close for street portraits, and loosening up to capture more impersonal street scenes and details. The tips are meant to help photographers prepare to capture candid moments and document real life on the streets.
10 street photography tips and tricks to help you capture the decisive momentJanique Goff Madison
If you’re new to street photography, you’re soon going to learn it’s much more than taking snapshots in public places. To create quality, compelling photographs you need to have both skill and knowledge. It isn’t easy, but with practice — and patience — you’ll be able to improve your abilities and start making great street photographs. Don’t worry; we’re not going to push you out into the world with no tools to survive. We’re much kinder than that. From the best gear to how to shoot like a ninja, here are 10 street photography tips and tricks to help you step out of your comfort zone and start making great images.
10+1 Street Photography Tips and TricksDreamsDiary
Street photography is all about telling a story - stealing a moment from time and space. This presentation will teach you exactly how to behave while in a street photography session.
Have you ever heard about juxtaposition? This technique will make your street captures stand out!
Photography Tips for Beginners: Shoot Like a Pro By Thinking Like a ProAdam Michael Smith
1) The article provides photography tips for beginners to shoot like a pro by thinking like a pro. It emphasizes that cameras are tools, not crutches, and that proper technique and composition are more important than equipment.
2) It discusses the importance of light in photography and provides tips for working with different lighting conditions.
3) Composition is also key, and the article encourages experimenting with different angles and perspectives to make photographs stand out from snapshots.
The Aquinas Toledo Photography ePhoto Bookaquinas08
This document discusses various types and purposes of photography. It begins by explaining that photography touches the lives of hundreds of millions globally and has become widespread due to digital cameras. It then discusses why people photograph, including to preserve memories, capture moments in time, and for personal enjoyment. The document also provides tips for different types of photography like landscapes, portraits, and street photography. It emphasizes following your passion and not worrying what others think of your style.
Back in the 1800s, large format cameras were used to take portraits. These cameras used glass negatives that were 8 x 10 inches in size. When developing the negatives, photographers would make contact prints that were the same size as the negatives. This is why traditional portrait prints are still based on the 8 x 10 inch size for the paper, even as camera technologies have advanced. Photographers are advised to leave extra room around portraits when composing shots to allow for cropping images to fit the standard 8 x 10 ratio.
The document outlines Nathan Mead's pre-production plan for a photography portfolio project in Leeds. It discusses that Nathan wants to take long exposure night photos to capture light and motion in cities. Nathan will use this style because it provides good contrast and is aesthetically pleasing. The document also discusses potential photo subjects like skateboarding and layout designs for the portfolio, as well as the software, equipment, schedule and safety plans for the project.
Essays On Inspiration, Creativity & Vision In PhotographyAzman Hj. Ayup
This document contains an introduction and 10 essays by Scott Bourne on inspiration, creativity, and vision in photography. The essays provide advice and techniques for photographers to improve their storytelling abilities, find new perspectives through panoramic photography, see creatively by looking at familiar subjects in new ways, focus on storytelling over gear, boost creativity by removing self-imposed limits and focusing on authenticity, and experiment freely to discover new creative ideas. The goal is to help photographers improve their craft beyond just learning new techniques.
The document provides tips for taking good pictures, including practicing with your camera, waiting for the right moment, composing shots thoughtfully, filling the frame with your subject, trying interesting angles, considering color and light, and choosing landscape or portrait orientation wisely. It also notes that a picture can be considered good if people like it, if it tells a story, if it touches you emotionally, or if it simply looks aesthetically pleasing.
Master Class: Mobile Photography - Tips, Tools, and Future OpportunitiesJenifer Hanen
With the explosion of mobile devices worldwide, there is a connected camera phone in nearly every pocket, purse, or hand leading to billions of mobile photos taken in each year and over a billion images shared on Instagram.
Whether the mobile device is a 2 megapixel feature phone or a 41 megapixel smart camera phone, how do we improve our image taking for greatest impact? What tools are we using to share and connect with our photos right now? And what are the the opportunities and challenges to change the future with mobile photography?
This session will examine how to improve our mobile photography, the current tools, and the future opportunities for social media, creatives, brands, and developers.
The document provides 10 tips for improving photography skills. The tips include learning about light, avoiding using the default flash, changing camera settings like ISO, aperture and exposure to control lighting, investing in good lenses, capturing photos from different perspectives, taking lots of photos to improve, and using Photoshop to enhance photos. The overall message is that photography skills improve with practice, learning technical aspects, and capturing candid moments rather than staged shots.
7 travel photography hacks you need to follow for better photosLeo Erwin Garcia
You have likely seen those amazing travel photos that grace magazines, newspapers, and guidebooks. They are often the reason that people are inspired to go somewhere. They can be beautiful, informative, inspiring or even humorous, but are without doubt an integral part of the travel industry. But how are they captured by the pros?
Figuring Out What Works And What Doesn't In Photographyuptightvalley6650
This document provides tips for improving photography skills. It recommends getting close to subjects to focus on facial expressions and minimize backgrounds. Photographers should also experiment with unique angles and perspectives rather than classic poses. As skills advance, investing in a higher-quality dSLR camera allows viewing photos immediately and capturing exact images. When traveling for photography, carefully plan equipment needs and only bring what will be used.
Alan Evans has been interested in photography since receiving his first camera as a child. He pursued formal training in photography later in life. His favorite subject matter is people, as he finds the human face fascinating. While he enjoys shooting with film, he now primarily uses digital due to client demands. He gets subjects to reveal their inner selves through casual conversation. His advice for aspiring photographers is to specialize in an area that interests you and learn from great photographers in that genre.
NINE BEGINNER LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS YOU SHOULD TOTALLY IGNOREJanique Goff Madison
When you start doing photography (or anything else, for that matter), you’ll get a bunch of tips on what you should do. Some of them are absolutely precious, while the other ones will do you more harm than good. But how do you weed out the bad advice from the good? When you’re new to something, everything may seem so overwhelming?
Street photography is a great way for beginners to start photography as it allows them to capture anything in public spaces like streets, lanes, and roads. It provides a visual commentary on everyday life and objects. Key aspects of street photography include focusing on a subject, having a wide-angle lens or zoom lens to frame scenes, and using a large aperture for low-light situations. Street photography helps photographers develop their skills while experiencing the world in a new way through interesting subjects.
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Fashion photographers go through a lot of things when they are shooting with high-end fashion models and brands. As we all know, photography is not an easy job but when practiced right you can make every impossible thing, possible. Fashion photography is an art which when practiced right, can turn into something very beautiful and worth watching.
Low light photography 40 pro tips for any situationStephanie Mizzi
This document provides 40 tips from 4 professional photographers for low light photography. It begins by establishing that light is important for photography and low light photography requires specific techniques. It then shares tips from each photographer: Danny Payne recommends shooting manually, using single-point autofocus, and getting a stable grip on the camera. Kristopher Grunert advises bringing a friend for safety, understanding the location's light path, and shooting RAW files. Miss Aniela suggests keeping the camera steady with a tripod, going to slower shutter speeds for movement, and using reflectors to bounce light back onto subjects. Jason Swain recommends investing in equipment like wide-angle lenses and using neutral density filters to balance exposures.
Awesome Approaches To Photography With Maac KolkataAnimation Kolkata
Billboards advertisements to Facebook posts to Instagram these days, it seems we’re met with some or the other photographic image no matter where we look! So photography is very much in now-a-days.
From awe-inspiring wildlife pictures taken after years of practice, to casual selfies taken to show off in front of friends, there are many different kinds of pictures in the world, taken by all kinds of people.
The document discusses three potential locations for a photo shoot: a plain brick wall, Henley town centre, and a public bench. For each location, the author notes that they like the simplicity and that no permission will be needed as the locations are public. The same equipment will be used for each shoot - a camera and possibly a tripod. The author also notes that the shoots should take place midday to ensure good sunlight and that busy times should be avoided. Overall, the locations will allow creative shots while keeping the photo shoots simple and low-cost.
100 usefull tips to be a professional photographerYayasan Felda
The document provides 100 tips for professional photographers, covering various topics such as equipment, techniques, mindsets, and approaches. Some key tips include shooting in RAW format, focusing on composition over technical aspects, getting closer to subjects for more interesting photos, enjoying the process rather than relentlessly pursuing perfection, and sharing photographic insights with others. The overall message is that becoming a better photographer involves mastering techniques but also cultivating the right artistic mindset.
The document evaluates three potential locations for an outdoor photo shoot: 1) a plain brick wall, 2) Henley town centre, and 3) a public bench. For each location, the photographer notes that they like the simplicity and that no permission will be needed since the areas are public. They also mention that the shoots can be done with minimal equipment like a camera and tripod, and that lighting will need to be considered by shooting mid-day. Safety is a minor concern since the areas are public, and creativity for shots will be possible without room restrictions.
To take good photographs, it is important to understand your camera's functions and settings. Start by using automatic modes and learn to compose shots by following rules like the rule of thirds. Take many photos to gain experience and avoid common mistakes like camera shake. Review your photos and continue practicing to improve your photography skills over time.
The document outlines the writer's proposal for their Unit 57 Photography project. They plan to capture urban landscape photographs in Stockport to show the contrast between old and new areas. They also plan portrait photographs of their cousin in the college studio with a plain background, focusing on facial expressions and body language to convey emotion. The photographs will be edited professionally and shared online and in an exhibition.
This document provides tips for taking better photographs using any camera, from a phone to a dedicated camera. It suggests setting the camera to its highest resolution, using automatic modes if available, and taking photos in natural light. Additional tips include composing shots using the rule of thirds, filling the frame with the subject, considering angles, focusing carefully, balancing exposure settings, using image stabilization features to reduce blur, and practicing frequently to improve photographic skills.
This document provides photography tips and tricks for taking better pictures. It discusses techniques like making eye contact with subjects, keeping backgrounds simple, moving closer to subjects, placing subjects off-center according to the rule of thirds, using a flash outside to reduce shadows, and taking vertical pictures. It also covers tips for travel photography like capturing the overall scene, unique cultural elements, shapes, lighting, contrast, unifying diverse elements, and photographing things that are meaningful.
This document provides photography tips and tricks from a professional photographer. It discusses the importance of light and how light influences photography. Specific tips include taking photos during the golden hour around sunrise and sunset for softer light, paying attention to the light source, and using natural light. It also discusses camera settings like aperture and depth of field. The document emphasizes that the best photos are often candid moments that can't be staged and recommends taking lots of photos to improve photography skills.
Low light photography 40 pro tips for any situationStephanie Mizzi
This document provides 40 tips from 4 professional photographers for low light photography. It begins by establishing that light is important for photography and low light photography requires specific techniques. It then shares tips from each photographer: Danny Payne recommends shooting manually, using single-point autofocus, and getting a stable grip on the camera. Kristopher Grunert advises bringing a friend for safety, understanding the location's light path, and shooting RAW files. Miss Aniela suggests keeping the camera steady with a tripod, going to slower shutter speeds for movement, and using reflectors to bounce light back onto subjects. Jason Swain recommends investing in equipment like wide-angle lenses and using neutral density filters to balance exposures.
Essays On Inspiration, Creativity & Vision In PhotographyAzman Hj. Ayup
This document contains an introduction and 10 essays by Scott Bourne on inspiration, creativity, and vision in photography. The essays provide advice and techniques for photographers to improve their storytelling abilities, find new perspectives through panoramic photography, see creatively by looking at familiar subjects in new ways, focus on storytelling over gear, boost creativity by removing self-imposed limits and focusing on authenticity, and experiment freely to discover new creative ideas. The goal is to help photographers improve their craft beyond just learning new techniques.
The document provides tips for taking good pictures, including practicing with your camera, waiting for the right moment, composing shots thoughtfully, filling the frame with your subject, trying interesting angles, considering color and light, and choosing landscape or portrait orientation wisely. It also notes that a picture can be considered good if people like it, if it tells a story, if it touches you emotionally, or if it simply looks aesthetically pleasing.
Master Class: Mobile Photography - Tips, Tools, and Future OpportunitiesJenifer Hanen
With the explosion of mobile devices worldwide, there is a connected camera phone in nearly every pocket, purse, or hand leading to billions of mobile photos taken in each year and over a billion images shared on Instagram.
Whether the mobile device is a 2 megapixel feature phone or a 41 megapixel smart camera phone, how do we improve our image taking for greatest impact? What tools are we using to share and connect with our photos right now? And what are the the opportunities and challenges to change the future with mobile photography?
This session will examine how to improve our mobile photography, the current tools, and the future opportunities for social media, creatives, brands, and developers.
The document provides 10 tips for improving photography skills. The tips include learning about light, avoiding using the default flash, changing camera settings like ISO, aperture and exposure to control lighting, investing in good lenses, capturing photos from different perspectives, taking lots of photos to improve, and using Photoshop to enhance photos. The overall message is that photography skills improve with practice, learning technical aspects, and capturing candid moments rather than staged shots.
7 travel photography hacks you need to follow for better photosLeo Erwin Garcia
You have likely seen those amazing travel photos that grace magazines, newspapers, and guidebooks. They are often the reason that people are inspired to go somewhere. They can be beautiful, informative, inspiring or even humorous, but are without doubt an integral part of the travel industry. But how are they captured by the pros?
Figuring Out What Works And What Doesn't In Photographyuptightvalley6650
This document provides tips for improving photography skills. It recommends getting close to subjects to focus on facial expressions and minimize backgrounds. Photographers should also experiment with unique angles and perspectives rather than classic poses. As skills advance, investing in a higher-quality dSLR camera allows viewing photos immediately and capturing exact images. When traveling for photography, carefully plan equipment needs and only bring what will be used.
Alan Evans has been interested in photography since receiving his first camera as a child. He pursued formal training in photography later in life. His favorite subject matter is people, as he finds the human face fascinating. While he enjoys shooting with film, he now primarily uses digital due to client demands. He gets subjects to reveal their inner selves through casual conversation. His advice for aspiring photographers is to specialize in an area that interests you and learn from great photographers in that genre.
NINE BEGINNER LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS YOU SHOULD TOTALLY IGNOREJanique Goff Madison
When you start doing photography (or anything else, for that matter), you’ll get a bunch of tips on what you should do. Some of them are absolutely precious, while the other ones will do you more harm than good. But how do you weed out the bad advice from the good? When you’re new to something, everything may seem so overwhelming?
Street photography is a great way for beginners to start photography as it allows them to capture anything in public spaces like streets, lanes, and roads. It provides a visual commentary on everyday life and objects. Key aspects of street photography include focusing on a subject, having a wide-angle lens or zoom lens to frame scenes, and using a large aperture for low-light situations. Street photography helps photographers develop their skills while experiencing the world in a new way through interesting subjects.
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Fashion photographers go through a lot of things when they are shooting with high-end fashion models and brands. As we all know, photography is not an easy job but when practiced right you can make every impossible thing, possible. Fashion photography is an art which when practiced right, can turn into something very beautiful and worth watching.
Low light photography 40 pro tips for any situationStephanie Mizzi
This document provides 40 tips from 4 professional photographers for low light photography. It begins by establishing that light is important for photography and low light photography requires specific techniques. It then shares tips from each photographer: Danny Payne recommends shooting manually, using single-point autofocus, and getting a stable grip on the camera. Kristopher Grunert advises bringing a friend for safety, understanding the location's light path, and shooting RAW files. Miss Aniela suggests keeping the camera steady with a tripod, going to slower shutter speeds for movement, and using reflectors to bounce light back onto subjects. Jason Swain recommends investing in equipment like wide-angle lenses and using neutral density filters to balance exposures.
Awesome Approaches To Photography With Maac KolkataAnimation Kolkata
Billboards advertisements to Facebook posts to Instagram these days, it seems we’re met with some or the other photographic image no matter where we look! So photography is very much in now-a-days.
From awe-inspiring wildlife pictures taken after years of practice, to casual selfies taken to show off in front of friends, there are many different kinds of pictures in the world, taken by all kinds of people.
The document discusses three potential locations for a photo shoot: a plain brick wall, Henley town centre, and a public bench. For each location, the author notes that they like the simplicity and that no permission will be needed as the locations are public. The same equipment will be used for each shoot - a camera and possibly a tripod. The author also notes that the shoots should take place midday to ensure good sunlight and that busy times should be avoided. Overall, the locations will allow creative shots while keeping the photo shoots simple and low-cost.
100 usefull tips to be a professional photographerYayasan Felda
The document provides 100 tips for professional photographers, covering various topics such as equipment, techniques, mindsets, and approaches. Some key tips include shooting in RAW format, focusing on composition over technical aspects, getting closer to subjects for more interesting photos, enjoying the process rather than relentlessly pursuing perfection, and sharing photographic insights with others. The overall message is that becoming a better photographer involves mastering techniques but also cultivating the right artistic mindset.
The document evaluates three potential locations for an outdoor photo shoot: 1) a plain brick wall, 2) Henley town centre, and 3) a public bench. For each location, the photographer notes that they like the simplicity and that no permission will be needed since the areas are public. They also mention that the shoots can be done with minimal equipment like a camera and tripod, and that lighting will need to be considered by shooting mid-day. Safety is a minor concern since the areas are public, and creativity for shots will be possible without room restrictions.
To take good photographs, it is important to understand your camera's functions and settings. Start by using automatic modes and learn to compose shots by following rules like the rule of thirds. Take many photos to gain experience and avoid common mistakes like camera shake. Review your photos and continue practicing to improve your photography skills over time.
The document outlines the writer's proposal for their Unit 57 Photography project. They plan to capture urban landscape photographs in Stockport to show the contrast between old and new areas. They also plan portrait photographs of their cousin in the college studio with a plain background, focusing on facial expressions and body language to convey emotion. The photographs will be edited professionally and shared online and in an exhibition.
This document provides tips for taking better photographs using any camera, from a phone to a dedicated camera. It suggests setting the camera to its highest resolution, using automatic modes if available, and taking photos in natural light. Additional tips include composing shots using the rule of thirds, filling the frame with the subject, considering angles, focusing carefully, balancing exposure settings, using image stabilization features to reduce blur, and practicing frequently to improve photographic skills.
This document provides photography tips and tricks for taking better pictures. It discusses techniques like making eye contact with subjects, keeping backgrounds simple, moving closer to subjects, placing subjects off-center according to the rule of thirds, using a flash outside to reduce shadows, and taking vertical pictures. It also covers tips for travel photography like capturing the overall scene, unique cultural elements, shapes, lighting, contrast, unifying diverse elements, and photographing things that are meaningful.
This document provides photography tips and tricks from a professional photographer. It discusses the importance of light and how light influences photography. Specific tips include taking photos during the golden hour around sunrise and sunset for softer light, paying attention to the light source, and using natural light. It also discusses camera settings like aperture and depth of field. The document emphasizes that the best photos are often candid moments that can't be staged and recommends taking lots of photos to improve photography skills.
Low light photography 40 pro tips for any situationStephanie Mizzi
This document provides 40 tips from 4 professional photographers for low light photography. It begins by establishing that light is important for photography and low light photography requires specific techniques. It then shares tips from each photographer: Danny Payne recommends shooting manually, using single-point autofocus, and getting a stable grip on the camera. Kristopher Grunert advises bringing a friend for safety, understanding the location's light path, and shooting RAW files. Miss Aniela suggests keeping the camera steady with a tripod, going to slower shutter speeds for movement, and using reflectors to bounce light back onto subjects. Jason Swain recommends investing in equipment like wide-angle lenses and using neutral density filters to balance exposures.
This document contains forwards by several photographers about street photography. Some key points:
- Severin Koller discusses falling in love with street photography when switching to analog and how it balances his commercial work and engages his heart.
- Michael Kaiser notes street photography is both easy and difficult, requiring seeing moments and reacting quickly without imitating others' styles.
- Matthew Craig describes street photography as capturing everyday exchanges that reflect humanity and show life's simple beauty. He advocates using a Leica M to get close without barriers.
- Rainer Pawellek prefers using a Leica M with a 35mm lens to get close to subjects and interact before shooting candid moments. He advocates patience to find the
Mobile photography involves capturing images using the camera on a smartphone or other mobile device. It has become very popular as phone cameras have improved greatly in quality. Some top phones for photography include the latest iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models. To improve mobile photography skills, one should take photos in good lighting, use a steady hand or tripod, keep the lens clean, avoid digital zoom, focus on subjects, and use gridlines and photo editing apps. There are many types of photography like food, candid, street, selfies, portraits, and nature photography.
10 Tips for Street Photographers from cam2o photowalkers.
1. Use a Wide Angle lens
2. Get Close
3. Always carry your camera with you
4. Do not think about what others think of you
5. Smile often
6. Ask for permission
7. Brand Humanism
8. Look for juxtaposition
9. Be a story-teller
10. Just do it
This document provides 5 tips for non-profit photographers to improve their photos: 1) Take lots of photos to ensure you capture the moment even if some photos don't turn out well, 2) Use light properly and don't overuse flashes, 3) Avoid having subjects face into the sun, 4) Get creative with candid and unusual angles and shots, and 5) Move closer to your subject instead of zooming in to avoid image distortion and potential blurriness. Following these tips can help amateur photographers take their skills to the next level.
If you have hobbies of travelling and photography, your life is really colorful. So, why do not you combine them?
Travel photography is very interesting because you can do your hobbies at the same time. Even more, it can be a good business for you if you have a good ability in taking pictures. There are many things to know to get the best captured photos. If you are interested in it, you can follow these travel photography tips.
Photography Tips That Are Proven To Workbird72wire
Top tips for improving photography skills include:
1) Take pictures quickly before the subject moves to capture the moment.
2) Focus on mastering one camera setting, like shutter speed or aperture, before adjusting others to focus on the picture.
3) Include a foreground object when taking landscape photos to provide scale and depth.
Introduction to Photography-Kallol Majumdar.pptxKallol Majumdar
This document provides an introduction to photography. It begins by defining photography as the process of recording images by capturing light on a light-sensitive medium, such as film or an electronic sensor, during a timed exposure using a camera. It then discusses the etymology of the word "photography" and notes that photography can be considered both an art form and a scientific field. The document outlines several types and genres of photography and provides tips for aspiring photographers, such as visiting galleries, reading magazines, and practicing with their camera. It also discusses how to properly hold a camera, position a tripod, clean a camera sensor, and protect camera equipment from fungus using silica gel or dry cabinets.
The document provides tips for improving photography skills. It begins by explaining that photographers should ask simple questions to help take their images to the next level. It then lists 10 questions photographers should ask themselves, such as "What story am I telling?" and "What is the visual focal point?". Each question is followed by a brief explanation of how to improve shots by considering that element of composition. The document aims to help photographers think more intentionally about the creative and technical decisions in their photography.
The best beginner photography tips from a professionalDouglas Grady
The document summarizes an interview with professional photographer Joseph Watrous about tips for beginner photographers. The key points covered in the interview include: getting comfortable with your camera and settings; understanding that every lens has an "aperture sweet spot" between F8-F11; spending time outdoors exploring and practicing your photography; being mindful of composition techniques like using the rule of thirds; finding your passion within a photography genre; and sharing your photos on social media platforms.
Lorenzo botero how to build a better photographylorenzobotero1
Lorenzo Botero Specialized tips provider. Photography in the art world can be quite a challenge, and can require years of training, even if you have a knack for it. You don't have to be born with a silver camera in your mouth, but you do need a willingness to learn and the determination to persevere until you find what works best for you.
The document provides 30 tips for stunning sunset photography. Some key tips include slightly underexposing the sunset to make colors more rich, finding an interesting foreground object, and not putting the horizon line in the center of the frame. It also recommends shooting in aperture priority before sunset and manual mode after, as well as staying past sunset to photograph the second colorful sky that often appears 25 minutes later.
10 Photography Tips That Makes You ProfessionalAshik Pervez
The document provides 10 photography tips to help make photographers more professional. The tips include using the rule of thirds for composition, avoiding camera shake by using proper shutter speeds, learning to use the exposure triangle of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, using a polarizing filter, creating a sense of depth in landscapes, choosing simple backgrounds, avoiding harsh flash indoors, choosing the right ISO for lighting conditions, panning to capture motion, experimenting with different shutter speeds, and investing more in learning than new camera gear.
This document provides guidelines for different photography techniques to produce good pictures. It discusses 5 techniques: going black and white, applying a "lomo" filter, using HDR, cropping photos, and sharpening photos. It then provides 10 tips for beginning photographers, such as moving closer to the subject, composing shots carefully, focusing on the subject, experimenting with shutter speed, considering lighting and weather, and keeping camera settings simple. The overall message is that practicing these techniques can help take better photos.
This is a presentation based on photography for those interested in taking good quality pictures and creativity. Feel free to drop a comment and lets have a discussion thank you.
The document provides 11 tips for landscape photography:
1. Maximize depth of field using small apertures while compensating with ISO or shutter speed.
2. Use a tripod for stability during long exposures.
3. Include a clear focal point like a structure, tree, or rock formation for visual interest.
4. Consider the foreground and including interesting elements to draw the viewer into the image.
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Mobile Photography Prize's Behind the Picture #1FredBrisker
Eugene Schemilin lives in the city of Norilsk in Northern Russia where he works as a mechanic in a famous nickel mining and smelting company. Recalling the moment when he took this image, he writes: “The northern summer is short, but it brings a unique light almost all day long. On a polar day, the sun does not set over the horizon. I walked along the outskirts of Norilsk, lost in my thoughts and suddenly I saw the building of a store, an old one from Soviet times.
Lovers of photography in Thailand can stay connected with their passion while at home as Leica Camera (USA) is launching a series of complimentary online programmes open to everyone around the world
Photographing wildlife could get you accolades in the world of photography. However, it could also get you killed or seriously injured if you haphazardly photograph wildlife in their territory. Shooting a wild animal with a camera doesn’t stop them. This is why it is imperative that wildlife photographers master the disciplines when taking nature photography. Photographer Fred Brisker believes that there is a great deal of respect needed for one to become a good wildlife photographer.
The Women Photograph Grants, Arab Documentary Photography Program, Firecracker Photographic Grant, and Prix Levallois are among the many great awards currently open for entry. Learn all about how they support your work and career during these difficult and uncertain times.
Nature photography and your DSLR cameraFredBrisker
ELLSWORTH — Gerry Monteux is a Nikon professional nature photographer who will be teaching this 3-hour workshop to include a lecture and practical experience on the grounds of Woodlawn. Monteux’s work can be seen at his gallery in Hancock and several other galleries here in Maine. He specializes in photographing Maine’s iconic landscapes, seascapes, night skies, and wild animals — with a special emphasis on his favorite critter: the Maine Moose. While you may not get to see any wild animals, Monteux will guide you to understand more about the dynamics of your camera so you can capture nature the way you want to remember it!
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10 Tips for Successful Street Photography
1. 10 Tips for Successful Street
Photography
The essence of street photography is about documenting everyday life and society on
the streets. You can find opportunities to practice street photography everywhere and
you don’t necessarily need to travel to capture great shots.
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2. It’s a genre of photography usually done candidly without permission and without your
subject’s knowledge. However, street photography doesn’t rule out staged pictures. You
may spot an interesting character that catches your vision; you can wander up to
strangers and ask for permission to take their picture. This is a great way to get a more
intimate portrait of someone in his or her environment.
The most important thing with street photography is to have fun and enjoy getting out
with your camera. Remember, your goal is to capture emotion, humanity, and depict a
person’s character. It takes time to get your shot, but with some practice and patience it
is rewarding.
#1: Choosing the best lens
3. Deciding which lens to use is one of the most important factors for street photography.
You may be tempted to use a telephoto lens, but that’s more than likely to result in more
harm than good. You don’t want to be that creepy person standing across the road
aiming a giant lens at strangers. If you want to look inconspicuous you’re going to need
to get up close and among the action. Use a wide-angle lens and get lost in a busy
crowd. Many street photographers choose a compact camera that’s less confronting
than a large DSLR, the advantages being smaller, lightweight, and discreet.
#2: Camera settings
The quickest and easiest way to set up your camera for street photography is by
switching the camera to AV (aperture-priority mode) and selecting your f-stop (aperture)
and ISO manually. The camera will then decide the shutter speed (exposure). On a
bright sunny day a good place to start is around f/16 with an ISO between 200-400. If
your camera displays a shutter speed higher than 1/200th a second you are ready to
roll.
4. Take note of the shutter speed your camera is reading and make adjustments to
aperture and ISO accordingly. If your camera is giving you a shutter speed that is below
1/80th you run the risk of a blurred shot, but that could be used for good effect too. To
overcome blur simply increase your ISO and/or choose a wider aperture. If you’re new
to photography you can always set camera to P mode (program or auto) and let the
camera select the correct settings. You can still adjust the EV if you want to over or
under expose the shot to your liking.
This is useful if you are shooting run and gun (in a hurry with no time to think), but you
have little control over what the camera is doing, so this isn’t always the best option.
Program mode does a pretty decent job, but I wouldn’t rely on it in low light where
there’s a high possibility your shutter speed will be too slow to freeze the action.
#3: Get close to your subjects
Using a wide-angle lens enables you to get nice and close to your subjects. The
advantage of the wide angle gives the viewer a sense of being there in the moment.
You’ll also blend in with the crowd as part of the environment, rather than standing out
across the street with a long lens.
5. Many successful street photos were taken only few meters from the action and
sometimes only centimeters away. Walking through a busy street, market or park can
result in some rewarding pictures if you are observant and keep your eyes open for
interesting subjects. If your images aren’t how you visualized them, then you may need
to get closer, so use your feet as your zoom to be sure you’re in the right place at the
right time.
#4: Take your camera everywhere
Street photography is spontaneous and waits for no one. It’s a discipline you must
practice to make perfect. Your camera is an extension of yourself — it’s your gateway to
sharing your vision with the world and you don’t want to miss an amazing photo
opportunity by not having your camera on you. If you’re serious about street
photography, you will have your camera within reach at all times.
This is known as the ‘decisive moment,’ where you have only a split second to capture
your subject before it’s gone forever. You rarely get a second chance, so be prepared.
6. #5: Ignore the voice in your mind
Some people struggle with the idea of street photography. Some concerns may be the
fear about your subjects getting angry because you took their picture, threaten you with
physical violence, or even worse, call the police. Fear is simply false evidence
appearing real. These are all common fears, but it’s possible to overcome by practicing
and getting out more with your camera. Here are some suggestions to overcome your
concerns.
Find an interesting spot to sit with your camera. I spend a lot of time at cafes and
restaurants when I travel, my camera ready for any opportunities. Observing from a
comfortable setting you’ll feel at ease and can wait for pictures to come to you. You are
less likely to be noticed sitting outside a café with your camera than standing in the
middle of the street.
7. Tune out and listen to your iPod while you are out walking with your camera. Music is
somewhat of a distraction that can help relax and inspire creativity. It may not sound
logical, but it works wonders, and if it means you’re comfortable in your surrounds then
it’s worth a shot. (I don’t suggest doing this at night, in uncrowded or unfamiliar places!
Always be aware of your surroundings.)
#6: Shoot from the hip
As a general rule of street photography, if you can get the shot with the camera to your
eye, you will get a better shot. However, there are times when it’s not possible to raise
the camera to your eye, and so shooting from the hip is a useful method of capturing a
decisive moment.
When I first started shooting on the street I found it difficult holding my camera to my
eye and pointing it towards strangers, so I started holding the camera by my hip to
capture more candid pictures. At first I wasn’t successful, but the more familiar I became
with my camera and the focal length I managed to capture some great candid moments.
8. #7: Shoot at night
Night photography in the city is a great opportunity for unique images. It’s not as easy
as shooting during the day; you will need to be mindful of low shutters speeds to avoid
blur and use your ISO and aperture to compensate for low light.
Take a tripod with you if you plan on doing long exposures. Alternatively, using a fast
aperture lens will enable you to shoot low-light scenes and still freeze the action. When
shooting at night try finding interesting lines, shadows and compositions to give the
image a bold visual statement. Silhouetted subjects are interesting and can create nice
compositions with the shadow filling the foreground.
#8: Think outside the box
Powerful ideas and emotions can be portrayed through the simplest of scenes. Most
people wrongly associate street photography with people or portraits on the street. You
don’t always need people in frame, or capturing interesting juxtapositions or fitting as
many different people or objects into frame.
9. It may be difficult in some busy places, but take a walk down a quiet alleyway or side
street and look for different subjects that interest you. There are infinite opportunities
for all kinds of images with or without people.
While in Vietnam, I spent time wandering the streets photographing bicycles, which I
have turned into a small series titled ‘Transportation’, that has been quite popular
among the photo community. This was unintentional, but by doing something different I
discovered a series that I may not have explored otherwise.
#9: Image quality isn’t everything
Some photographers may disagree with me here, but from my personal experience in
shooting on the street, I haven’t been concerned with image quality as much as I am
when shooting landscapes or commercial work. Yes, you should strive for high image
quality when possible, but with street photography it’s not as important. In my opinion,
composition, light, drama and the story you are trying to tell are of more important than
image quality. If your images capture those four things, then you’re on the right path to
becoming a great street shooter.
Sharpness, low noise and immaculate image quality are worthless if you have poor
composition, bad light and no atmosphere to tell a story. Focus on what’s important —
that’s essentially what makes a great street image.
#10: Most importantly, have fun
Like all genres of photography, it’s important to enjoy what you do and do what you
enjoy. If shooting on the street doesn’t sound like your kind of thing, then chances are
you’ll probably take ordinary images. Creativity flows where the passion lives, so do
what makes you happy, not what other people expect to see. I love shooting street
because it gets me out and about, meeting interesting people, and seeing everyday life
from a fresh perspective. That’s what inspires me to do what I do.
Conclusion
10. Street photography requires practice and the more you get out there, the more your
eye will develop and your confidence grow. The approach is much simpler than other
genres and manipulation should be kept to the essentials, with minimal to no post-
processing. The only manipulation I tend to do with my street photography is done
through the camera viewfinder.
Perception and intuition are the most important factors. Perception requires a creative
eye for detail and is an attentive effort. Intuition is immediate and is not duty-bound to
any attentive reasoning. These two factors are combined to create the decisive
moment, an amazing process that takes your images to the next level. Because of this
process, it’s here in the moment that street photography is captured and expressed.
Strong street photos come from powerful ideas and emotions captured in a simplistic
manner. It comes down to perception to force yourself out with your camera to capture
decisive moments that unfold in front of you.
About the author: Drew Hopper is a fine art travel and landscape photographer based
out of Australia. Captivated by the diversity of cultures, people and environment, Drew
ventures far and wide to capture pictures that define his experiences with the vision
that they will impact and inspire an audience in a way individual to each viewer. You
can find more of his work and writing on his and . This article was also
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Oliver Twisted • 4 years ago • edited
"The quickest and easiest way to set up your camera for street
photography is by switching the camera to AV (aperture-priority
mode) and selecting your f-stop (aperture) and ISO manually. The
camera will then decide the shutter speed (exposure). On a bright
sunny day a good place to start is around f/16 with an ISO between
200-400. If your camera displays a shutter speed higher than 1/200th
a second you are ready to roll."
Really enjoyed this piece. And while this statement above isn't bad
advice, I would actual recommend one sets their ISO to auto with a
shutter minimum of 1/250th of a second. This way, you eliminate the
risk of the shutter firing too slow at the expense of more noise. In
street photography, a blurred subject (unless you're going for a
special effect) is worse than a noisy subject. If I'm in really bright mid-
day conditions, I'll even go 1/500th of a second minimum.
Daytime: Another thing not mentioned is setting focus manually using
zone or hyperfocal distances based on your aperture, which is going
to be way more reliable and faster than any auto focus. This is why
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to be way more reliable and faster than any auto focus. This is why
using wide lenses and manually setting your aperture to f/5.6 or
smaller is so important -- because of the huge DoF you can achieve.
Though this doesn't apply to night and indoor/subway photography.
In those cases, I find it's best to switch to a wide aperture and pray
your AF hits the right subject.
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KrautHammer • 4 years ago • edited
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Should be titled, "10 Successful Street Photography Tips for Drew
Hopper".
No 2 people shoot the same, so what works here for this person is
great. It is however disingenuous to pass off how one person shoots
as being the best way or a way to success. If this works for the
person writing the article, FANTASTIC!
I'm so tired of hearing how using a telephoto lens makes you appear
to be a "creeper". Articles with statements like that do more harm to
the thoughts of street photography than the actual use of telephoto.
Just about every point above could be twisted into a "creeper"
statement.
Shoot from the hip, "creeper" who doesn't want to have people know
they are shooting. Shoot at night, "creeper" trying to hide in darkness
and take pictures like a pedo!!
I've heard them all and trying to put too many "points to success"
really only takes originality out of the experience and we get too
many of the same and we stagnate on innovation or great ideas.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> KrautHammer
"No 2 people shoot the same, so what works here for this
person is great. "
My view too and was going to make same point.
Thinking one's own way of working is the optimal way for
everyone else too is the mistake many such articles make.
Saying 'this works for me, it may also be worth you trying it' is
far better than claiming 'these are the rules for doing...'
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3ric15 • 4 years ago
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> KrautHammer
He's not wrong though, people tend to shy away from huge
cameras.
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> 3ric15
I've been shooting street since 2008 in large and small
cities. I've yet to have anyone "shy away" from me
regardless of the camera I am using. I think this "shying
away" phenomenon is largely an overblown concept.
There was a recent petapixel article where some
"street photographer" was shooting and doing a great
job at showing the worst possible way to shoot street
and treat other human beings. Jammed a short prime
right into other peoples faces.
Attitude and professionalism are way more important
when shooting street.
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Kelly Padgett • 4 years ago
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> 3ric15
you are 100% correct
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Kelly Padgett
Except he isn't.
You can take photos with big chunky cameras
in plain sight and be completely ignored by your
subjects if you go about it the right way. This
was taken with a 5DII+ grip with a 24-70 f2.8
and large lens hood which is a hefty and
certainly not discreet camera/lens combination.
In fact I'd say it was easier in this case, than
using my Sony RX100 III with the equivalent
lens, as people would assume I'm using a big
tele lens and not a wideangle when using the
Canon kit.
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Hector • 4 years ago
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> imajez
The old men on the left are looking away from
you, they felt the invasion.
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People do like to talk a load of complete
rubbish don't they. Were you there? No you
weren't, but yet you still think you know what
was going on. The two chaps were chatting to
themselves and weren't bothered by my
presence as it's a popular tourist resort with
cameras everywhere. My camera wasn't even
pointing at them and with the lens I was using,
it look like a tele lens and that I was shooting
something behind them. If you look like a dumb
tourist and don't point camera directly at
people, people normally ignore you.
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Hector • 4 years ago
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> imajez
I have been in that situation, you think you are
about to grab a wonderful natural spontaneous
shot and in the last second the subject turns is
eyes away and puts on a stiff face. It's all over
their body language.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Hector
Maybe you need to work better on your being
less obvious about what you are doing or be
faster and also accept that due to this not being
a studio shoot people are not going to pose as
you would like for them, so you will miss
shoots.
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Hector • 4 years ago • edited
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> imajez
It happens to everyone and it happened to you
in that shot. The guy in the green jacket is
avoiding contact.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Hector
You were NOT there. You therefore have ZERO
idea what the situation was. I took the picture
because of the canoodling couple, who seemed
to make the other two uncomfy.
Also the long lens was pointing away from the
two older chaps, who were unlikely to realise it
was actually a wideangle zoom.
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Hector • 4 years ago
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> KrautHammer
Telephotos are mostly not recommended for street
photography because they tend to isolate the subject with
shallow depth of field and narrow field of view although they
also flag you instantly as a photographer.
I'm sure there are some guys out there doing nice street
photos with white Canon L telephotos and 5D bodies but
those are not the optimal tools for the task.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Hector
Nothing wrong with isolating subject or using shallow
depth of field and cameras tend to flag you as being a
photographer regardless of the lens being used. Using
a camera with a tele lens is normally far less noticeable
to your subject than using a wide lens closer in.
My Canon 5D bodies with 16-35mm or 24-70mm f2.8
lenses are way bigger than my EM5DII with a 80-
300mm [equivalent lens], not that being seen with a
camera is necessarily a problem anyway
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Hector • 4 years ago
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> imajez
There's nothing wrong with subject isolation per
se but for you are taking the street out of the
"street photo" by focusing only on the subject's
body and excluding context.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Hector
We are a bit literal aren't we. 'Street
photography' [an awful term] is a catch all for
usually candid non set up photos that tell a
story, are humorous or an observation of life. As
long as you show what is needed, that's all you
need. So if removing clutter like an irrelevant
background helps tell the story, do that and not
worry about ridiculous rules about how things
should be done.
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Hector • 4 years ago> imajez
As I said before, you can go ahead and do
something interesting with a telephoto in street
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photography but it is not the optimal tool. As a
documentary genre, street photography
benefits from context and wide angles bring in
more context than telephotos, there is nothing
ridiculous about that.
I can't recall a street photography master
talking about telephotos in his work.
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imajez • 4 years ago • edited
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> Hector
Portrait photographers don't tend talk about
using wide angles in their work either, doesn't
mean you can't use them.
Street photography can be a whole heap of
different things. You wanting to limit it, only
reflects upon you and your limited world view.
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Hector • 4 years ago
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> imajez
Here are 2 guidelines for sports photography:
1. Use a lipstick.
2. Ignore number one.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Hector
Same as 'street' photography then.
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KrautHammer • 4 years ago • edited
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> Hector
No one said you had to use a hand cannon. I have and
still do use an Olympus 40-150/4-5.6 and 75-300/4.8-
6.7 for street photography.
Jay Maisel uses a 28-300 on his Nikon D3 as an
example.
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imajez • 4 years ago
"The approach is much simpler than other genres and manipulation
should be kept to the essentials, with minimal to no post-processing.
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should be kept to the essentials, with minimal to no post processing.
The only manipulation I tend to do with my street photography is
done through the camera viewfinder."
So not sure how Drew explains the heavy vignetting in most shots,
the desaturation and crunchy contrast in one shot and B+W in other
shots.
Nothing wrong with him doing post work like that as it can be
effective, but don't pretend it isn't done. Not one shot looks like
minimal/no work done.
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bogorad • 4 years ago
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Any modern camera has auto-ISO, so why not use it? As you
correctly state in (9), image quality isn't everything. But
unintentionally blurred shots are just garbage. So for run-and-gun
why not set your camera to F/7.1, 1/200sec, and ISO=auto (no
upwards limit). It's going to be around ISO 100-200 at daytime, and
anywhere from 6400 up at night - so what? You'll always get sharp
in-focus pictures. And noise is nothing, since I almost always convert
to b/w and add some 'film' grain.
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Patriot4ever • 4 years ago
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Interesting you didn't mention using an iPhone or other Smart Phone
for street photography. I almost exclusively use my iPhone 6 for street
photography. Talk about less intrusive! With the quality of the camera
I capture excellent shots and it is so easy to shoot quickly and
appear non chalant.
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dleereus • 3 years ago
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> Patriot4ever
Smart phones aren't good for quickly capturing fleeting
moments in a well-framed composition with the right depth of
field shutter speed.
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Kelly Padgett • 4 years ago
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#5 I disagree with. As there is a certain amount of respect that needs
to be extended when taking someones photo, regardless of where
you are.
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Being Yourself • 2 years ago
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> Kelly Padgett
Do you ask everytime you take a street photo?
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18. Carlee Keppler-Carson • 4 years ago
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> Kelly Padgett
The world is beautiful but not a zoo. A smile, an
acknowledgement of the subject or the bribe of a cigarette
can gain you access far more readily than just aiming a lens,
especially a big one. At this stage of the game nothing gives
me more pleasure than watching a very expensive rig get
slapped out of a burgeoning travel photographers hands
because they didn't respect the place or the culture. You may
loose a more candid expression, but a returned smile is far
more rewarding. As for press work, that's another matter all
together.
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Kelly Padgett • 4 years ago
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> Carlee Keppler-Carson
Thats exactly right. Its about having respect for the
people you are shooting. 90% of the time, people will
go back to doing what they were doing, if only you ask
if its ok to take photos. Recently i was back in Siem
Reap again. A lady there I've seen many times was
carrying on about her usual business and I asked if I
could take a photo (it has been done before) and she
said no, she didn't want it. So I let her be, even tho i
really wanted the shot. Press work is completely
different for sure. We also have to remember to put
ourselves in other peoples shoes. How would we feel if
people were shoving cameras in our faces everyday
without so much a hello, a hi, or a thank you?
Sometimes we can sneak a photo.. others we need to
simply respect the person and seek permission.
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Hector • 4 years ago
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> Kelly Padgett
Henri Cartier-Bresson disagrees with you.
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Kelly Padgett • 4 years ago
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> Hector
i could care less
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Brennan McKissick • 4 years ago> Kelly Padgett
Two different schools of thought. Sorry, I shoot street in NYC
every day and I'm not stopping everyone to walk back and do
what they were just doing, it ruins the moment anyways.
Asking for permission is cool for environmental portraits or
something but that's about it. People are going to get mad but
you have to learn to defuse the situation. You can't be a pansy
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and shoot street.
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Jonathan Maniago • 4 years ago • edited
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"The quickest and easiest way to set up your camera for street
photography is by switching the camera to AV (aperture-priority
mode) and selecting your f-stop (aperture) and ISO manually."
Aperture Priority's fine for street portraiture, but methinks Shutter
Priority might be the better option for freezing action or conveying
motion in street photography. More often than not, it's the timing
rather than the bokeh which makes a street photographer's shot
stand out.
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imajez • 4 years ago
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> Jonathan Maniago
Or simply use manual. Easier and faster than auto in many
ways.
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Kratos_IcE • a year ago
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Shoot from the hip DOES make you look creepy, if you have a
problem with being confronted when you shoot holding the camera
to your eye level, then do not do it from the hip level ==> that is going
to get you " f " ed up.
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gonzalito • 2 years ago
Lot of BS comments here. You just read article which sugests how to
do street photography and give some usefull advice.
some of you guys are raking thi gs so seriously to the point of
actually mocking the author.
Some people will agree, some wont. if you dont agree, dont read it. It
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