In his latest YouTube video, street photographer Rupert Vandervell shares valuable tips and insights for capturing stunning high contrast photographs using silhouettes. Silhouettes have the ability to create powerful images and emphasize the human form against intricate backdrops, making for captivating fine art photography. Key Takeaways: Importance of Light and Dark Balance: In high contrast […]
Street photography is a unique form of photography that involves capturing candid shots of people and objects in public spaces. However, it is essential to keep in mind the ethical and safety considerations when doing street photography. In this video, photographer Jonathan Paragas outlines some do’s and don’ts of street photography that can help you […]
Street photography is all about capturing the essence of daily life in the streets. It’s a powerful genre of photography that captures a moment as it is. The challenge usually arises when you’re out there pointing a camera at people, which makes them self-conscious and kills the moment. Sometimes you need to be more discrete. […]
One of the most common mistakes in street photography is to think that it is only about capturing images of people walking down the street. This is a big part of it, of course, but this thought can easily lead to one capturing image after image of slightly interesting people walking down the street. It […]
Shyness can be a major barrier for photographers looking to capture candid shots of people in their natural surroundings explained in this new tutorial from Pierre T. Lambert. However, there are several techniques that photographers can use to overcome their shyness and capture beautiful, genuine moments. The first technique is to go into “ninja mode.” […]
Street photography during a blizzard or heavy snowfall can result in picturesque images like this one by New Yorker Eric Van Nynatten. At first glance, it may look like night time but it was actually the crack of dawn when the magic happened. This painting-like image captures the rare peacefulness of the city that never […]
Often overlooked, street photography has seen a big resurgence over the last ten years. Like many others, you may have been naturally drawn to photographing in the streets before ever hearing the term, or you might have been brought into it from seeing it on the Internet or from some of the many fascinating documentaries […]
Because it’s one of the oldest cities in the United States, walking through the streets of Boston can sometimes feel like taking a step into the past. Even with neon signs and streetlights illuminating the streets, it’s easy to lose yourself among the brownstones while reminiscing about the area’s storied past. While doing just that […]
Packing the right lens is arguably as crucial as the camera settings you select — especially when it comes to street photography. Why? Each and every lens features a unique focal length or range (measured in mm). A setting that alters how much or little real-world detail ends up in the camera frame. Struggling to […]
City streets are more than just a travel route or space to sell goods. The myriad of people from all walks of life, nations, and backgrounds offers a unique photography opportunity. A fact that’s even more true in the case of melting pots like NY! New York City-based photographer Hugh Brownstone takes full advantage of […]
