10 Street Photography Techniques Using Reflections - With Alan Schaller

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  • @ilduro2
    @ilduro2 9 місяців тому +167

    Alan, please never stop producing videos. They are inspiring, informative and full of sophisticated British humor. Or the like. 🤔Already looking forward to your next one. THANKS!

    • @alan_schaller
      @alan_schaller  9 місяців тому +12

      Thank you very much! ❤

    • @Anon54387
      @Anon54387 9 місяців тому

      @@alan_schallerEscalators are NOT playthings! 😀

    • @Anon54387
      @Anon54387 9 місяців тому +4

      @@alan_schallerIs it an irony to buy an expensive lens which minimizes spherical aberration, chromatic aberration, pincushion distortion only to take a reflection shot in a wavy surface?

    • @summerstrain
      @summerstrain 9 місяців тому +1

      I absolutely second this! Alan and the crew, please don't stop making those videos ✨

    • @jckphotograph
      @jckphotograph 9 місяців тому

      Only if that's all he did, but even then it's an interesting image. What is your website with your work on it? With a username like that, I'm not expecting anything, but I would say your question is as relevant to good photography as me asking the chef what brand of pots and pans he used to cook my delicious meal.@@Anon54387

  • @joehall7869
    @joehall7869 9 місяців тому +68

    Where can you learn something? Smile while watching the whole video. Find someone who doesn’t take himself or the world that seriously. ALAN SCHALLER that’s who. Thanks Alan.

  • @AbhijeetWankhade
    @AbhijeetWankhade 9 місяців тому +22

    These videos (all of them, including the 30-minute long how a film is developed) don’t feel like “UA-cam” videos. They are mini-documentaries filled with information, stories and humour. Thanks to Biz’s directing them and Alan’s non-pretentious commentary, they are a breeze to watch. Please make more! ❤

  • @danielfulop
    @danielfulop 9 місяців тому +29

    finally a photography youtuber who has actually very good photographs! Happy to find this channel. I was able to watch the whole video without abandoning it like the rest

  • @abaddonski
    @abaddonski 9 місяців тому +27

    I haven't been so excited about new UA-cam videos in quite a while. This channel is a true gem!

    • @alan_schaller
      @alan_schaller  9 місяців тому +6

      Really glad to hear it, thank you

  • @TungstenOvergaard
    @TungstenOvergaard 9 місяців тому +22

    Best videos and from a REAL PHOTOGRAPHER, not just a youtuber kid. Alan, we love you!

  • @VincentPunch
    @VincentPunch 8 днів тому

    You are such an inspiration Mr. Smaller! Thanks 🙏 for being so pleasant and willing to help others develop their skills. Stay safe and have a wonderful day 🙏

  • @MrAlexander1955
    @MrAlexander1955 9 місяців тому +12

    Thanks for all the videos Alan. I've been taking photos for almost 50 years, as a profession. But thanks to you, I'm back to my roots. I had M4, M6 in the good times of the film. For work, weddings and events, I use other brands, but finally I have the M11, after years of piggy bank, you know I have 2 daughters, I have 68 years old, but the joy of photography has remained within me, it's like a drug. I hope one day you can come to my little island, where I was born and where I live, Capri, and Maestro Allan would do beautiful things. A dear greetings from Capri, an

  • @edmoore
    @edmoore 9 місяців тому +18

    The price of those bags is so mind-boggling that it makes sense to hurl your leica at the thief to stop them stealing the bag.

    • @davidroth7138
      @davidroth7138 24 дні тому

      Now THAT is a funny post! SL2 with the 70-200 will knock him out!

  • @DavidTurner-z9y
    @DavidTurner-z9y 9 місяців тому +7

    I think you have the best photography channel on UA-cam. Always helpful and instructional.

  • @alaryani100
    @alaryani100 9 місяців тому +3

    Mr. Alan Schaller's channel is the best photography school.

  • @aftereight8341
    @aftereight8341 5 місяців тому +1

    Alan, your ability to find and capture reflections is truly inspiring. Your work not only showcases your incredible creativity but also highlights your unique sense of humor, which makes each video a joy to watch. It’s amazing how you transform everyday scenes into something extraordinary. Keep up the fantastic work, your talent and vision are truly a breath of fresh air!
    I’ve been eagerly awaiting your next video and can’t help but wonder what fascinating projects you’ve been working on during these past few months. I’m sure whatever you’ve been up to will be presented with your signature charm and creativity. Looking forward to seeing the results of your latest adventures in photography - I know it’ll be worth the wait!

  • @brianslade6366
    @brianslade6366 6 місяців тому +1

    This is easily one of the most entertaining and informative UA-cam channels on photography. Please keep them coming Alan!

  • @tommartin9731
    @tommartin9731 9 місяців тому +3

    Your videos display unpretensious talent, spontaneous good humor, and excellent photography. This is a combination that I value.
    I've been a passionate amateur for 40+ years, and every day is a continued adventure.

  • @AndrzejSkalski
    @AndrzejSkalski 13 днів тому

    Alan, your videos are an absolute joy to watch! I love your sense of humor and the positivity you bring-it’s truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your insights and creativity; they’re a great motivation to pick up the camera and see the world differently. Looking forward to more amazing content!

  • @daveslow84
    @daveslow84 8 місяців тому +1

    Crickey old chap, what an absolutely spiffing motion picture!

  • @vanguard5647
    @vanguard5647 5 місяців тому +1

    The humour and the irony are absolutely exquisite and perfect!

  • @ruepra6502
    @ruepra6502 7 місяців тому +1

    Just discovered this channel on my way of building an opinion to buy a monochrom camera (shooting B&W anyway in 99 % of my projects). However - this is not only information sharing on street photography - it's humorous, it's inspiring and motivating to take the cam, go out and shoot. I never was asked to "like" and "Subscribe" in this winking way. Allan is passionate on photography - I believed that within seconds. THANK YOU !

  • @vroom1013
    @vroom1013 9 місяців тому +5

    This channel is by far the best street photography channel on UA-cam. Always puts a smile on my face 😁.
    (And glad to see your book was sold out!)

  • @dc52e55
    @dc52e55 3 місяці тому

    Alan, last video was 5 months ago. Please don’t stop making these videos. These are gold. Thank you!

  • @issamladdi
    @issamladdi 9 місяців тому +2

    Encore une pepite ! Le style, l'humour so British et les magnifiques photos sont un régal pour les spectateurs. Bravo Alan Et Biz pour vos vidéos, franchement parmi les meilleurs créateurs de contenu de Net. Greetings from Algiers !

  • @nicolaesposito962
    @nicolaesposito962 4 місяці тому +1

    You are truly amazing! It is really a pleasure to watch your content and - above all - your amazing pictures

  • @philbraithwaite1316
    @philbraithwaite1316 9 місяців тому +5

    It's Friday and there's a new Alan Schaller video....what's not to like? Love this channel!

  • @tjcaulcutt5094
    @tjcaulcutt5094 9 місяців тому +5

    My favourite photography channel 🔥 thanx for all the tips.

  • @jentzeshie
    @jentzeshie 9 місяців тому +1

    absolutely Informative and hialarious, luv your video and your artwork!

  • @matthewmcelvogue9609
    @matthewmcelvogue9609 4 місяці тому +1

    Alan found your show by acciden. Brilliant. You are the nutter on the shutter. Keep going. Matthecat

  • @cchan6985
    @cchan6985 2 місяці тому

    This channel is amazing. It's educational and entertaining at the same time. What a great treasure on UA-cam. Thank you!

  • @shrubrocketeer
    @shrubrocketeer 9 місяців тому +2

    You're knocking this UA-cam lark out the park mate. Inspirational content as usual. Keep up the fantastic work.

  • @jeremibren5565
    @jeremibren5565 2 дні тому

    Love your photos n video. Very inspiring thank you Alan.

  • @FriendlyfootcareIN
    @FriendlyfootcareIN 9 місяців тому +1

    Great videos! Keep them coming! (And love your book!)

  • @sandeeputtamchandani6810
    @sandeeputtamchandani6810 4 місяці тому

    It was so fun to watch your video Alan. I was smiling through out the video. Your sense of humor made it look all so easy.
    And a lot of admiration for the video producer, editor. He has done a great job.

  • @Mr2EL
    @Mr2EL 5 місяців тому

    I especially liked the "slightly strange things" reflective examples to look for. The combination of unique tips and lighthearted commentary makes me want to watch more. Subscribed.

  • @phil1066photography
    @phil1066photography 9 місяців тому +1

    🔥🔥🔥 DONT. STOP. THIS. NOW! 🔥🔥🔥 - so refreshing to find content like this. Keep them coming please....entertaining, unpretentious, educational, insightful and inspiring. Well done Alan 🎉

  • @martingreenberg870
    @martingreenberg870 9 місяців тому

    Met a few street photographers at the Seattle St. Patrick’s day parade today. I did a number of reflection shots. Reflections are like juxtaposition. It was there before you owned a camera. You probably never saw them. Then it was pointed out to you and now you see them everywhere. The same thing with reflections. Thank you Alan for showing us how to seek reflective surfaces. They are around us waiting to be used by us. This is a great gift.
    I will reveal my favorite reflection sight. The main branch of the Seattle public library has a reflective surface on the overhang on 4th avenue. As the roof is on the 2nd floor a long lens is required. I brought the Fuji 135mm specifically for these shots. I am one of the few Seattle photographers I’ve seen do this shot. This is similar to your tip#7 location.
    Something that is good to know about about reflections is that they are, or can be, related to your aperture. You see the reflection. In your EVF the reflection may or may not be there. You will have to find the right aperture that allows your sensor to see what your eyes are seeing. This is simple enough with a mirrorless camera because the EVF works on the WYSIWYG principle. With a DSL you’ll have to guess at your setting and take a picture to see what your sensor is seeing. Simple enough.
    You definitely have earned your 00 rating. License to kill, or at least capture people’s images (in some Native American cultures that is the same thing) with your Leica. Errant thought. Britain uses the metric system. How many liters is a pint?
    Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

  • @bennis123
    @bennis123 4 місяці тому

    Still my absolute favourite photo channel on UA-cam. Fun, good tips, inspiring and actual great photos!

  • @Phil.Austin
    @Phil.Austin 28 днів тому

    Common sense and easy to follow advice. Many thanks again

  • @carlosc.639
    @carlosc.639 9 місяців тому +1

    I’ve consumed a lot of photography content in UA-cam, your videos are the most inspiring and insightful

  • @mgiaco52
    @mgiaco52 Місяць тому

    Alan, i have watched all your videos and see that you are very witty. You are also a fantastic photographer, love your work.

  • @vidyahari227
    @vidyahari227 Місяць тому

    ❤ I am crazy about monochrome pictures. Alan's pictures take the genre of street photography to the next level ❤😊
    Inspiring videos, itching to go out there and shoot pictures, very well shots, amazing takeaways 😊

  • @PrototypeSourri
    @PrototypeSourri 9 місяців тому +2

    Honestly the best street photography videos on YT.

  • @robertbellomy2
    @robertbellomy2 9 місяців тому +1

    Fantastic video, Alan! Keep up the excellent work! The hood of my car served as a superb surface for reflection.👍

  • @julio5prado
    @julio5prado 9 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for the great video. I live in Germany and here the bad thing is that people hate being photographed (as you know) but the good thing is that their cars are immaculate clean so you can find great reflections 😂 !

  • @DonHalli
    @DonHalli 2 місяці тому

    Likeable, funny and gifted. Great tips. Thank you.

  • @adventuresofjandk
    @adventuresofjandk 9 місяців тому +2

    Best photography channel on UA-cam

  • @orestephunx618
    @orestephunx618 6 місяців тому

    I always loved your photos but with youtube channel i love you more! Thanks Alan!

  • @kipmay5101
    @kipmay5101 9 місяців тому

    Love your wacky, whimsical humor and your artistry with creating images. Applause.

  • @leicagraphy
    @leicagraphy 9 місяців тому

    Your videos stand out from the other photographers’ explanatory videos! I don't normally write reviews, but whenever I look at your videos with a smile and realize afterwards how much of the content I incorporate into my own photos, I can only hope, that you continue to fill this channel with your inspiring thoughts and your artistic work!

  • @StreetPhotographyFrance
    @StreetPhotographyFrance 9 місяців тому

    We are genuinely appreciative of your UA-cam channel, which serves as a significant source of inspiration for contemporary street photographers worldwide. Your contributions stand as a testament to excellence and serve as a guiding light for members of Street Photography France, who deeply admire your work. 🖤

  • @ronmenner7685
    @ronmenner7685 7 місяців тому

    Love taking reflections too, I have also tried the pub. Same result

  • @lostintransitphoto
    @lostintransitphoto Місяць тому

    Great video. Got some good tips here and love the images of London.

  • @Thestreetphotograhers
    @Thestreetphotograhers 9 місяців тому +1

    Most excellent Mr Alan. Don't ever stop.

  • @bill_astro_music
    @bill_astro_music 4 місяці тому

    Love your humour Alan, you are quite likely the best Street Photographer alive today!

  • @baconeggburger6826
    @baconeggburger6826 8 місяців тому

    I used a chrome bumper bar for some great reflections, worked well.

  • @Matthaeus84
    @Matthaeus84 8 місяців тому

    Just love it, all the videos of yours I watched by now... please just keep making them. It's very informative AND entertaining AND classy with an artistic twist. And the Pubs

  • @Mgtowfreedom
    @Mgtowfreedom 9 місяців тому +1

    just love the flipparoo idea, brilliant stuff, photography is the marriage of creativity and technology and reflective photos very much ''reflect'' that , - ''share what things you have used for a reflective photo'' - a fisheye lens close to a concerve mirror (one of those ones used for seeing what's round a corner)
    that shot you did of yourself that's distorted is that in your book ?

  • @AlexRV77
    @AlexRV77 8 місяців тому

    I really enjoy your videos and that characteristic British humor,. Great content.

  • @brianwigglesworth8964
    @brianwigglesworth8964 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for the reflection tips Alan, just starting out on street photography 👍

  • @chrisj7033
    @chrisj7033 3 місяці тому

    You're great Alan, hope to see you in the streets someday! I've used a loo stall as a reflector in a selfie lol.

  • @haithamalmuzayan3050
    @haithamalmuzayan3050 8 місяців тому

    Great episode, please keep inspiring us⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @peterebel7899
    @peterebel7899 9 місяців тому +1

    Nothing beats the orange glasses!
    Is your iris b&w only?

  • @bawtreerd
    @bawtreerd Місяць тому

    You make it look easy Your video locations are effortless

  • @babisbeslemes9155
    @babisbeslemes9155 9 місяців тому

    Great videos!!! it is so pleasant and inspiring the way you present these tutorials!!! Keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @MrVince1976
    @MrVince1976 9 місяців тому

    Excellent video. What I enjoy most about your channel is the inventivesss and great ideas that I can draw inspiration from. I had to take out my camera from the bag and put my phone under the lens to try that reflection, and I can now use that knowledge and take it with me.

  • @mrdanyel73
    @mrdanyel73 7 місяців тому

    Great as always, I use reflections a lot in my photography, always looking for something to create a world within a world
    thanks for another great video
    greetings from Lisbon
    Danyel

  • @williamdavidson1490
    @williamdavidson1490 9 місяців тому

    Just an observation at and around 14:00 you Brit's are chilling your beer now, cool (a double entendre lol) Yet another informative and entertaining walk about with Mr. Schaller.

  • @Allen-Trav
    @Allen-Trav 8 місяців тому

    Loved this one. And one of my favorite channels! You pack humor and so much valuable content into every post. How many pints did you hipsters drink for this one? Another Allen wants to know!

  • @RobertWilson-p5u
    @RobertWilson-p5u 9 місяців тому

    Alan, I love the humor, and I love your photography. I never watch your videos without learning something and being inspired to shoot more creatively. Keep it up!

  • @johanadriaan778
    @johanadriaan778 9 місяців тому

    Great video (and music btw!). More of this please!

  • @henkvos4582
    @henkvos4582 9 місяців тому

    Great, as always, please keep continuing, I learn a lot from you

  • @Msantana10
    @Msantana10 8 місяців тому

    Estou presa neste vídeo. Que incrível!❤

  • @andresgonzalezcerda7635
    @andresgonzalezcerda7635 9 місяців тому

    Great video camera man and editor. A real joy to see you making a master piece of reflections. Thanks to all your team.

  • @johnkorth8599
    @johnkorth8599 8 місяців тому

    It’s pretty cool to discover that other people are doing the similar things that I just naturally did when I started photography

  • @jcubic
    @jcubic 6 місяців тому

    Awesome channel, just found it, via YT recommendation. My weirdest reflection was a self-portrait from a faucet in the bathroom in the hotel I was staying. And a self-portrait of a reflection in a car side mirror that was a reflection of a car window.

  • @Thrumyvision
    @Thrumyvision 9 місяців тому

    Amazing way you explain things

  • @photomorti
    @photomorti 9 місяців тому +3

    This channel is such a goldmine. So happy you started making videos! Got some great new inspiration from these tips.

  • @domsorrow96
    @domsorrow96 7 місяців тому

    These are so good!!! Thanks, Alan.

  • @KyleByquist
    @KyleByquist 9 місяців тому

    The pint bit had me cracking up, please keep making these 🙏🏻

  • @600ohms6
    @600ohms6 9 місяців тому

    Hi Alan, these episodes are superb. Metropolis is wonderful, it's on my coffee table at the mo. I would love to see more about how you get your exposures correct in camera. I think about that shot on the ski slope and it's such a different way of seeing that environment. You're not just silhouetting your subjects, the light itself is always a subject. Given that your photos often contain such dynamic range as well as pure white and black, how do you know you've got it right on the day such that you will successfully be able to post-process it? Please keep this up, very inspirational.

  • @thierry1491
    @thierry1491 4 місяці тому

    One thing I have to learn from you it patience. I don’t know why I am always in full hype. LOL. I will think think about slowing down, wait and take my time. Thanks for the amazing videos.

  • @Alex-sw6sk
    @Alex-sw6sk 9 місяців тому

    Really chuffed to see you creating videos. Entertaining and informative. Bought ya book, wonderful. I'll be testing the pub reflection hypothesis on my next photo walk. Cheers 🙂👍

  • @loushared6602
    @loushared6602 9 місяців тому +1

    One of your best, Alan. I really enjoyed that ❤

  • @ShirazChanawala
    @ShirazChanawala 9 місяців тому

    The production quality of this video is top notch. I am surprised this channel hasn't reached 1mm subscribers.

  • @oliviergouault
    @oliviergouault 9 місяців тому

    Reflections are one of my favorite things to look for and shoot. Thank you for a greatly inspiring video, like always !

  • @danvieirafotografo
    @danvieirafotografo 9 місяців тому

    This is an excellent episode!!! Lots of tips and humor.

  • @Ramodez
    @Ramodez 7 місяців тому

    Thank you Alan. This video ilustrates so many creative possibilities. Most excellent!

  • @daretoseeit
    @daretoseeit 9 місяців тому

    Another great Reflection episode.... Thanks Alan for this precious constructive moment... I love it. Waiting for more 😊😅

  • @Betrue875
    @Betrue875 9 місяців тому +1

    I'm so glad you did a video on this technique. It seems simple, but it's actually quite difficult to get something exactly the way you want it! Well done! Thoroughly enjoy your videos! Did I mention your humor is a lot of fun too! Keeps me going all day!

  • @HRWG99
    @HRWG99 3 місяці тому

    Superb camera work and imagination

  • @sylvainlapierre3245
    @sylvainlapierre3245 8 місяців тому

    New to your page. Absolutely love your work with reflections. Probably one of my favorites genre of photography. Keep up the great work! From Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

  • @brodiebasterfield1923
    @brodiebasterfield1923 9 місяців тому

    This is so good ! I’ve just discovered this. I don’t have instagram anymore but I remember Alan being in a league of his own. I have tried all types of photography over the years and collected a large arsenal of lenses, however recently I’ve sold some and bought x100 with the intention of getting into street photography. This is definitely an inspiration to be able to watch all of these videos. A perfect blend of humour and educational material. Thanks a lot Alan, I hope you keep producing videos. Best of luck.
    Brodie from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @davidhell2164
    @davidhell2164 7 місяців тому

    alan, thank you for your videos - they are great and you are too !!

  • @sandraking856
    @sandraking856 8 місяців тому

    Alan I love your videos, it is so refreshing to learn, be inspired and smile at your witty sarcasm while doing so!

  • @EmilioRodriguez-jm6fh
    @EmilioRodriguez-jm6fh 9 місяців тому

    Excellent video, Alan, reflections are another of your strenghts. Congratulations to your filmmaker too, I love the production. And last but not least, congratulations on that freakin' funny two last minutes... THE BEST!!! 😆😆😆

  • @andreaguizzardi945
    @andreaguizzardi945 9 місяців тому

    Very inspiring as always. Cannot wait to see you in Venice at the Photo Festival!!!

  • @MICHAELSMITH-fl7du
    @MICHAELSMITH-fl7du 9 місяців тому +1

    Thanks Alan for a teriffic video but unfortunately I have a new conundrum in my life, do I buy a gorgeous Italian camera bag or four hundred (approx) pints of fine ale.
    Tounge back in cheek thank you for the excellent reflection gems/tips.

  • @Firat-to9fo
    @Firat-to9fo 8 місяців тому

    Love the humour. Alan Schaller, you're an amazing photographer 😊!

  • @Ash-MooNz
    @Ash-MooNz 9 місяців тому

    Just came across your channel. Informative and entertaining at the same time. Immediately subscribed. Please keep uploading! I’m excited on what’s to come :)

  • @yoelgraciaalonso3276
    @yoelgraciaalonso3276 6 місяців тому

    Thanks to give a fun way to learn about Streetph🤗🤗

  • @saalikreynolds3064
    @saalikreynolds3064 9 місяців тому

    I love the relaxed attitude to your videos. Keep it up.

  • @gailmager4147
    @gailmager4147 9 місяців тому

    Great tips, and video, keep it up. Love your work.