I definitely prefer to take pictures of people and people as subjects. I typically don't like to do weddings or events like that just because they are very mundane and boring after so many times. I feel street photography allows me to nurture the creative side. I believe there is a healthy balance between getting a candid photo and being intrusive. I prefer to capture those candid moments of an event or place I've been to. Regardless of what kind of photography you like I think that the best way to enjoy it is through photo storytelling and having multiple layers in your photographs and to have a theme that goes along with the story you’re trying to tell ….even if it’s just for you.
Thanks so much for this video! I'm also a portrait photographer; some of what you said reminds me of Oded Wagenstein´s approach which he calls "slow photography", taking time getting to know his subjects in order to grow closer with them before taking photos. It helps me to be reminded of this and hear it from another perspective; I relate a lot to your experiences.
Agree with every point! Definitely confirm the "Curiosity" aspect - experienced many times with my medium format cameras. But, please, close your cupboard behind you - the mess does not look creative and certainly distracts :)
Great video and advice! Unfortunately, I think being a male hasn’t helped me with the getting closer to subjects and my general interaction with strangers for portraits. I dunno, I would not say i have an intimidating appearance at all as I am very conscious about my appearance and my general perception when I have a camera on the street. But still I can’t help to feel that there is a sense of distrust or caution from people when I am on the street with a camera… Not saying that this is why I get shit photos most of the time 😅 but can say it doesn’t help… Perhaps it’s all in my head… anyways, thanks for the advice 😊
I was thinking this while listening and remembering her video on Paulie B(?) interviewing her. Definitely her being a young, and attractive, woman really helps, but she is also really nice and approachable/engaged/charming when taking her photos. I think for us males we have to be really really socially fluid and charming to overcome this. And unfortunately that is not who I am as a person, so being judged by my cover gets tiring.
Heyy! You’re actually not the first guy who shared a similar perspective! The gender does play its part in some way. However I think if you’re respectful and want to make sure your subject feels comfortable - people are generally opened to it :)
As someone who has taken mostly candid and very few “posed” pics in night clubs for 10yrs filled with TONS of different cultures, social codes, classism, generation mixes, language barriers and levels of sobriety: whatever you project is what you’re going to get back, shoot 1st ask for what you want later (if they say no you at least got something- if you’re shooting digital it’s easier), and stopping being scared of hearing “No” enjoy the “no” it’s apart of the game and adds to the story of life. Also telling people that your creating something bigger than the both of you (“hey, everyone walks past this sign everyday and I want to give it life because it’s a staple of our culture/community, you should be included” type of ra-ra speech) can help.
'Empty and boring', these words jumped out at me, particularly in the confines of describing a photographic outcome, which I'm all about conversation and chronicling process, but some images for context would have made all the difference. Oh sorry, hope that sentence didn't just run on and on. I really meant to make a point. 🫠🙈
I definitely prefer to take pictures of people and people as subjects. I typically don't like to do weddings or events like that just because they are very mundane and boring after so many times. I feel street photography allows me to nurture the creative side. I believe there is a healthy balance between getting a candid photo and being intrusive. I prefer to capture those candid moments of an event or place I've been to. Regardless of what kind of photography you like I think that the best way to enjoy it is through photo storytelling and having multiple layers in your photographs and to have a theme that goes along with the story you’re trying to tell ….even if it’s just for you.
Thanks so much for this video! I'm also a portrait photographer; some of what you said reminds me of Oded Wagenstein´s approach which he calls "slow photography", taking time getting to know his subjects in order to grow closer with them before taking photos. It helps me to be reminded of this and hear it from another perspective; I relate a lot to your experiences.
Thank you for your feedback! I really appreciate it. Slow photography rocks 😎
Very interesting and insightful! I love this video. 😁✌️❤️
11:45 thats so true !! i have low self esteem so its so easy to be caught up about that
thank you for the video !!
great work!
I am going to Prague next week with my first analog camera and youtube brings me to this video
Haha! It’s meant to be! Enjoy your trip!
Agree with every point! Definitely confirm the "Curiosity" aspect - experienced many times with my medium format cameras. But, please, close your cupboard behind you - the mess does not look creative and certainly distracts :)
Thank you for the feedback!
Haha you’re right, the mess doesn’t really contribute to anything. Will work on that!😀❤️
Well done! Slice in some of your photos, we want to see them occasionally while you talk
what lens do you prefer on you RB67
65mm has been my fav for awhile! Now I’m experimenting with other focal lengths more, so hard to say atm 😅
@@highkeybarb Those tighter crops! Do you step closer to your subjects or are they higher focal lengths like 90 125 or something
loved the video
Thank you!!🫶🏻
Hi! Love your work. Unfortunately your website is down :(
@@patenlikoyun ah! Thanks for letting me know❤️🙏🏻 will fix it asap
@@highkeybarb Great! Keep up the good work. I'm loving it.
Great video and advice! Unfortunately, I think being a male hasn’t helped me with the getting closer to subjects and my general interaction with strangers for portraits. I dunno, I would not say i have an intimidating appearance at all as I am very conscious about my appearance and my general perception when I have a camera on the street. But still I can’t help to feel that there is a sense of distrust or caution from people when I am on the street with a camera… Not saying that this is why I get shit photos most of the time 😅 but can say it doesn’t help… Perhaps it’s all in my head… anyways, thanks for the advice 😊
I was thinking this while listening and remembering her video on Paulie B(?) interviewing her. Definitely her being a young, and attractive, woman really helps, but she is also really nice and approachable/engaged/charming when taking her photos. I think for us males we have to be really really socially fluid and charming to overcome this. And unfortunately that is not who I am as a person, so being judged by my cover gets tiring.
Heyy! You’re actually not the first guy who shared a similar perspective! The gender does play its part in some way.
However I think if you’re respectful and want to make sure your subject feels comfortable - people are generally opened to it :)
As someone who has taken mostly candid and very few “posed” pics in night clubs for 10yrs filled with TONS of different cultures, social codes, classism, generation mixes, language barriers and levels of sobriety: whatever you project is what you’re going to get back, shoot 1st ask for what you want later (if they say no you at least got something- if you’re shooting digital it’s easier), and stopping being scared of hearing “No” enjoy the “no” it’s apart of the game and adds to the story of life. Also telling people that your creating something bigger than the both of you (“hey, everyone walks past this sign everyday and I want to give it life because it’s a staple of our culture/community, you should be included” type of ra-ra speech) can help.
@@Zero-is-infinite that’s an amazing piece of advice!! you’re absolutely right
'Empty and boring', these words jumped out at me, particularly in the confines of describing a photographic outcome, which I'm all about conversation and chronicling process, but some images for context would have made all the difference. Oh sorry, hope that sentence didn't just run on and on. I really meant to make a point. 🫠🙈