My name is Leon Vaggalis and I come from Athens, Greece. Married to a beautiful wife and two great kids. I am a photographer in my free time and want to shoot anything that makes me get into thoughts.
Bruce Gilden remains one of the biggest names in the realm of street photography, so it's always worth learning about his insights on the genre. Not too long ago, he sat down with another esteemed photographer, Martin Parr, and talked about some interesting stuff about his beginnings and "fearlessness while photographing people out in the streets.
Is it snapshot photography or street photography? We find out in Daido Moriyama’s new book How I Take Photographs. How I Take Photographs is an insight into the workflow and creative thinking of Daido Moriyama.
“Street photography is dead,” proclaim the pessimists. We disagree. We believe that the scene is thriving more than ever before. There’s a worldwide community all coming together to try and keep the craft fresh and exciting.
“God I love this city,” says Phil Penman. There’s no further evidence of that than in his debut photobook, STREET. Through a series of brilliant photographs, he communicates this beautiful 20-year love story between a man and a place he now calls home.
A solo street photography exhibition is precisely what these folks need. Street photography festival season is fully underway. There are plenty of competitions and opportunities to get your work out there and seen by all the key players.
There are just some things in this life that go together. Mac and cheese, and peanut butter and jelly come to mind, but there are also non-food items that pair equally as well. When it comes to street photography, having the perfect camera and lens combinations can make, or break the experience for you.
Jack Rosen was one of the best photographers of his time, yet a lot of us most likely aren't familiar with him and his work. That is what a crowdfunding project seeks to change, first by digitizing and cataloging the lot of negatives and slides he left upon his passing in 2006.
The street photography community can be a clicky little place. Lot’s of street photographers divided into their own little groups (otherwise known as collectives), some believing their art is more precious and important than the others.
One of the oldest and most common discussions is whether or not we should take photos of homeless people. The topic came up at a previous year’s Street London event. Some say yes, it’s all fair game.
One of the oldest and most common discussions is whether or not we should take photos of homeless people. The topic came up at a previous year’s Street London event. Some say yes, it’s all fair game.
"It’s a great feeling really," explains Sevil Alkan as she describes the emotions of her recent success at the LensCulture Street Photography Awards. Her eye-catching project, Stray Dog, came first place in this year’s 2019 series category.
If you’re serious about street photography, then you will already know that a photographer’s number of Instagram followers is often no reflection of their ability to create great images. What is true, however, is that those with genuine skills and quality deserve all the online love they can get.
Photographers who went ahead and purchased the original Hasselblad X1D will be happy that they bought into the system; because the Hasselblad X1D II is promising to not only be much more affordable but is supposed to best its predecessor in every way possible.
Approaching and photographing strangers in the street is one of the most daunting, and most challenging things street photographers do but it is a skill set that, once mastered, will open up new doors, and thousands, upon thousands of new possibilities when it comes to street photography.
Though the purists in street photography will tell you that you need to get up close and personal to someone on the streets, there isn't anything inherently wrong with using an 85mm lens. Of course, any wrongdoing comes with the intentions of the photographer.
Great street photography can be some of the most compelling forms of art that the human eye can fixate itself on. And whilst a photographer is only as good as their creative capabilities, having solid gear will certainly help them along their way.
Whether you're already familiar with Bruce Gilden's bold street photography or still familiarizing yourself with his work, it's always engaging to look back at some of his best known sets. There's probably no one that can best tell us the most interesting details and stories about his photos than the photographer himself, so we take once more to Gilden's Vimeo page to revisit his snaps, this time to listen to his commentary on his Coney Island project.
“. . . the most memorable was the shot I took of Muhammad Ali,” says Jeff Rothstein. “Unfortunately the negatives are long gone, but luckily I still have a print I made at the time. ” A true New Yorker, Jeff has been shooting street photography for over 50 years.
I'm Philip Goldberg, raised in the Detroit area, lived in Costa Rica and China for a combined total of about 35 years, and now back in Miami. There are certain constants in our lives. For me, photography has been one of them, from looking at photos of my parents when they were young, being raised on Life and Look magazines, and watching movies.
Those who head out to see the Garry Winogrand's Color slide work at the Brooklyn Museum will most likely be photographers; and those photographers will be given a fantastic treat for most of the exhibit.
"The camera is just a tool. ” Is there any more evidence of this than the images being created with iPhones? A tiny camera that fits in your pocket, yet photographers are making professional quality images with it.
I am Jan Enkelmann, a London-based documentary photographer dividing my time between commercial work and personal projects. With my personal work, I often photograph people in public spaces, but struggle with the street photographer label in the classic sense.
Street photography is a genre that requires a certain finesse. You have to be able to capture images quickly, and in a lot of cases, discreetly. Having the ability to be able to blend in with the crowd with a camera that doesn't say "look at me" is a must, and so is one that is small enough to not get banged, tossed and roughed up while walking through the busy streets.
A city has many faces so there's always something eye-catching or thought-provoking waiting to be uncovered by the discerning photographer. Shanghai, for example, is home to many fascinating subjects we've seen here so far -- from architecture and street scenes, to documentary portraits and even abandoned symbols of childhood.
"Please don't take my picture. " This is something we have all probably heard before as photographers. Whether the plea comes from a friend or family member that you might be hanging out with, or from a complete stranger that you may pass on the street, it's a powerful statement, and it is one that should not be taken lightly.
Whoever thought we would be taking credible photographs on the same device we call our Mom’s on? Well someone did, hence why smartphone photography has become its own popular sub-genre. With that, it’s hardly a surprise that tech companies have created a plethora of accessories to help boost your smartphone photography experience.
Whoever thought we would be taking credible photographs on the same device we call our Mom’s on? Well someone did, hence why smartphone photography has become its own popular sub-genre. With that, it’s hardly a surprise that tech companies have created a plethora of accessories to help boost your smartphone photography experience.
It's always fascinating to hear photography greats talk about their own work and the ideas or motivations behind them, even if it's the controversial Bruce Gilden. Whatever you want to think of his style as a street photographer, many of his works remain exemplary in street photography and documentary photography.
“Oh my god! I was super excited, thrilled to get there!” says Antonio Privitera as he recounts how his childhood dream to shoot the streets of New York finally came true. His latest series is not just an exploration of New York, it’s a narrative that tells the story of a photographer in his element.
Someone once said that reality is for those who can't handle drugs. Well, I'm the one who can't handle drugs and reality at the same time. Therefore, I decided to take photos.
Let me tell you, I love minimalism. Honestly, I love everything about it. From minimalist living to minimalist spending, I’m someone who has been caught up in the buzz that has come our way over the past few years.
Photographer Stuart Hendricks practices street photography with his Sony a6300. His favorite lens is the Sigma 56mm f1. 4, but for a short while he decided to give the Sigma 16mm f1. 4 a spin around the streets of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) in Vietnam.
Forget Paris, New York and Tokyo for street photography, they’re overrated (ignore me. I’m just jealous I don’t live there). But as a British street photographer that cut his teeth in London, I’m going to fly the flag and say it’s the best spot in the world for making street photographs.
While looking at a city objectively has its merits, sometimes an artistic perspective also proves to be effective in creating its poignant portrait. Paris-based fine art photographer and Lumix Ambassador Ludwig Favre has given us a fine example in the past with his glowing portrait of New York Chinatown just before sunrise.
Street photography requires a lot of focus. With the world moves so quickly around you, if you’re not paying close enough attention, images will pass you by. That’s why you need to do all you can to ensure you’re fully in the zone, locked in on life and ready to pull the trigger.
Melissa Breyer is making huge waves in the street photography scene. The community has praised her work far and wide, and she has amassed a strong following because of it. The strength of her street photography and the depth of her knowledge have led her to become a trusted figure.
Jeff Karp is an exceptional street photographer. In a short period of time, he has amassed a strong, supportive following through Instagram. “I am so grateful and humbled by every person who chooses to authentically follow”, he says when speaking of his rise to success.
It took a long time for me to get confident when shooting on the streets. Now, as I embark on the world of portraiture, I feel like I’m starting all over again. New worlds, different approaches, dealing with many personalities, all of this is putting me out of my comfort zone - and I love it! So as I move on this creative journey, I’m taking you with me, sharing with you what my experience has been like so far.
Mo Gelber is an NYC based street photographer, who gravitated towards the craft to sooth the pain he had been carrying most of his life. When recounting his childhood he tells us, “I grew up in a dysfunctional home full of violence” he continues “my father would let out all his personal frustrations on me”.
As time moves forward, so will the stories that are told to future generations. Street photographers working today will eventually become legends of the past. They will pass their work down and their teachings will be told.
As time moves forward, so will the stories that are told to future generations. Street photographers working today will eventually become legends of the past. They will pass their work down and their teachings will be told.
Romeo Doneza began his journey in street photography back in 2012. Like many, he fell into the genre, soon after finding himself needing to get his fix in order to be able to function in the normal world.
Smartphone street photography has risen in popularity over the past five years. The cameras are getting crisper and the technology is getting smarter. The best part about them from a street photographers perspective is that they can always carry it around in their pocket - meaning it’s always readily available.
Since every city is a multi-faceted ecosystem, photographers are faced with a myriad of stories, issues, and realities to capture. In his photo essay titled No Land Left to Play, Josh Estey chose to paint a picture of how the Indonesian capital of Jakarta has become a congested mega metropolis with hardly any open spaces for its residents.
Edas Wong is arguably one of the best street photographers working today. Shot after shot that he produces is always of the highest quality. Based in Hong Kong, Edas has a superhuman eye for the humorous juxtaposition.
Edas Wong is arguably one of the best street photographers working today. Shot after shot that he produces is always of the highest quality. Based in Hong Kong, Edas has a superhuman eye for the humorous juxtaposition.
While black and white is a popular look not only for street photography but also for any project that calls for a classic or dramatic imagery. From portraits to landscapes, documentary photography, and photo diaries, photographers turn to the simplicity and elegance of black and white for both professional and personal work.
Munich-based Skander Khlif has been one of our go-to photographers when it comes to candid well-captured slices of life. Not random shots of people in the streets, but photos that have some story or show the beauty that surrounds him at a given moment.
I go about my life here in the western cape and often can’t help whipping out my phone to capture the beauty of the scenery around me. Here’s just a small taste and appreciation post.
My name is Davide Sasso and I'm a photographer. Italy is really beautiful, last year I had the opportunity to visit the most beautiful places: Venice, Florence, Rome and many other incredible places, full of art, history, and beauty.
o you ever wonder what a conversation between the current you and the old you would sound like? As we grow old, many of us lose touch with our former selves. Spain-born and Norway-based artist Pau Buscato, however, cherishes the relationship with his inner kid, and hopes to never let go of it.
o you ever wonder what a conversation between the current you and the old you would sound like? As we grow old, many of us lose touch with our former selves. Spain-born and Norway-based artist Pau Buscato, however, cherishes the relationship with his inner kid, and hopes to never let go of it.
i'm Mounir Belmokhtar 19 yo from Algeria , i was in Paris and i took some shoots with my Iphone 5syou may know that i love photography , a smartphone or DLSR it doesn't matter as long as you try to see the beauty in everything and shoot what you see and share with your version of the vision you can chek my other post i'll alway say it ,,don't make excuses .
Photographer Alexander Petrosyan has spent years and years discovering and documenting infinite layers of St. Petersburg. His wide collection - not only beautiful, but also grotesque - invites outsiders to step inside the raw and unpredictable streets and experience them without a filter, common for polished postcards or travel documentaries.
Street Photography isn't simple and instead is something that requires a number of incredible parallel factors to all line up accordingly--and when cameras start to do nothing else but constantly log life at a higher resolution, it will require human elements beyond algorithms scrubbing for "Good images" to actually have someone call themselves an artist.
This week, we’re celebrating Asian Heritage Month. We’ve curated romantic, colorful, and emotional works from community members of Asian descent for this collection.
Brooklyn photographer Lerone Pieters share his advice on creating a successful personal brand.
I've wanted to go to Japan ever since I was a child. Its culture, nature, and architecture - I always thought those were absolutely beautiful. Last month, I was finally able to fulfill my childhood dream and let myself get consumed by this marvelous country.
I'm a huge Blade Runner fan. It has inspired my style of photography in an endless number of ways, from the color-grading to the themes it represents. So when the heavy fog came rolling into Songdo of Incheon, South Korea, I was snapping away until the early hours - ensuring all these moments were not lost in time, like tears in rain.
Because everything seems warmer under colorful, fluorescent light.
Mitul Shah test-drives a backpack designed for photographers always on the move.
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Exploring London's tube from the perspective of local street photographers.
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One of the best things about pancake lenses isn't necessarily just their low profile, but the fact that they encourage you to carry your camera everywhere with you. That mean that at all times, you can be ready to capture candid moments as they happen in front of you.
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