A Post By: Simon Ringsmuth There’s a longstanding debate about whether 50mm street photography is the right way to go, or if wider lenses are a better choice. Most people who practice street photography prefer lenses with a broader field of view like 35m or 28mm, but that doesn’t mean 50mm is useless. Far from it, in fact. There are many good reasons to choose … Continue reading 50mm Street Photography: What Makes It Great (+ Tips)

Do you want to capture amazing street photography, but you just feel like you’re not good enough? Don’t worry, because this article is going to give you five fantastic street photography exercises that are guaranteed to improve your street photography. It’ll provide you with the tools you need to take amazing street photos. Let’s get started. 1. Find a scene and stand in place for … Continue reading 5 Exercises to Improve Your Street Photography

What is Street Photography? Street photography at its essence means candid photography of people and humanity. A street photograph has to be a real, unposed moment. However, the term itself is inherently unclear and clunky. For instance, a person does not have to be in a photo for it to be considered a street photograph. Trying to define street photography is almost like trying to … Continue reading What is Street Photography? – An Introductory, How-To Guide for Beginners and Intermediates -James Maher

Street photography is a type of documentary photography that features subjects and people in candid situations. It’s usually focused on public places such as streets, parks, beaches, malls, political conventions and other settings. In this showcase we have collected some beautiful examples of street photography, along with few tips to perfect your own technique!. Our 10 Simple Tips Before you pick up a camera and head out into the street, it’s worth reading through our guide: … Continue reading Street Photography: 80 Superb Examples & Tips -Prakash Ghodke

Whirling-DervishcPortrait photographer James Allen Stewart wants to show you how to break the old rules of composition… with some new rules. In a recent video, he introduces two of his own rules that have helped him compose more interesting, dynamic images. Click play below to see Stewart (and his pug) go through both of the rules, and then keep on scrolling to see some example … Continue reading Two New ‘Rules’ of Composition that Can Improve Your Images – Petapixel

Camera Club member and photographer-about-town John Carvill explains how to capture great street scenes – and why they’re worth it despite the perils of the pavement Picture the scene: you’re out on the sidewalk – maybe shopping, chatting or just daydreaming. Suddenly, you notice a shifty-looking bloke pointing a camera at you. What’s your reaction? Discomfort, embarrassment – anger? Before you lose your temper, spare … Continue reading Amateur street photography: a beginner’s guide – John Carvill

When you’re getting started the challenge is overcoming the fear of taking pictures of strangers. Since telephoto lenses are not normally used in street photography, how can you stand a few feet from your subject, put the camera to your eye, focus, and click the shutter without getting nervous? A good street photographer is not only fearful in the beginning (this is a good sign … Continue reading STREET PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS AND TECHNIQUES – DAVE BECKERMAN

Fantastic street photographs are readily available in every public space, but over-familiarity with our environment means we often miss out on special moments and scenes unfolding in front of us. These street photography tips will help you see those decisive moments and learn to trust your instincts. Once you’ve picked up the confidence to get close to your subjects and you’ll be able to use … Continue reading 21 street photography tips from the professionals – Matt Stuart – Nick Turpin – David Solomons