Techniques for Approaching Strangers in Street Photography

Welcome, fellow photography enthusiasts! Let's dive into the captivating world of street photography. While I'm not a seasoned veteran, I've developed a deep love for this art form. There's something magical about making new friends, capturing spontaneous moments, and witnessing the joy on people's faces. In this video, I'll share my insights on approaching and gaining the trust of complete strangers to take their photos. I've crafted a 10-second pitch and five essential steps that I'll reveal to you. Join me on this adventure as we explore the art of building trust and capturing incredible street portraits. Let's learn together and share our experiences in the comments. Grab your camera, and let's hit the streets!

[@SeanAlami]

Do you feel hesitant approaching strangers to take their photos ?

[@avante2579]

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[@matteobelletti1931]

Yes, had the idea many times bug never had the guts to do that..

[@thebestplayerdead956]

Yes.

[@rafagorgory495]

Beautiful work ❤

[@shiennahong3886]

Needed this! Thank you❤

[@SeanAlami]

🫶🏼

[@erickeddings]

Great photos. Love that summer stylized look! Can you let me know where to get that pro mist lens filter?

[@hugomartinsphoto]

Great job, Sean! You got some nice images!

[@SeanAlami]

Thanks!

[@der_photonist]

Great content and tips. Keep them coming Sean

[@SeanAlami]

Thanks! Will do!

[@_anastasia_wagner]

Very helpful tips! And the video is edited nicely too! I found your channel after binge watching "Life of Riza" videos and was amazed by your content too & subscribed!
By the way, you mentioned you're from Germany. I currently study at a German university and would like to give your approach for street photography a try. I speak German as a foreign language at an advanced level, but Germans seem a bit more reserved. I would be happy if there was a German version of this video! Or maybe you could give a few localized tips, if any. Thank you and keep making great content! May the algorithm bless you one day!

[@VeraHey-cm7pm]

Hello) thank you for your video !) enjoyed it a lot ☺️ Could you please tell what lens did you use ? Thank you and have a great day✨🙌

[@rostone24]

Are the typing sound effects needed?

[@BarnabasLawson]

Great video and advice. 😊
May use this to ask people questions about thing’s interesting to my audience.

[@SeanAlami]

Thank you SIr, Good luck.

[@WheresBabZ]

Some great info and examples. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@SeanAlami]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chavosheskandarykhah1238]

👌👌🔥

[@bahramnokhbezaeim9934]

Wow 👏👏

[@SeanAlami]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ohhimark8028]

this is not street photography

[@napotronix]

It may be effective but you get staged and controlled glamour shots rather than capturing the moment and documenting contemporary urban life. Not really what street photography is about imo. Nice pics though.

[@marioarias9942]

I agree this ain’t street photography it’s portrait photography on the street.

[@timofejSE]

That's staged photos, not really conventional street photography.

[@SeanAlami]

Sorry I dont feel comfortable taking pictures of people without their permission. Conventional street photography is morally not right

[@timofejSE]

@@SeanAlami Many people don't. That's why the caption of the video is a kind of a clickbait. People think (myself included) that it will tell how to overcome the discomfort. Instead it tells how to take staged photos in street environment. If the caption of the video was different I wouldn't react. But thank you for sharing anyway!

[@thecapnpoopy]

@@SeanAlami how is it "morally not right"?

[@Vansh_Bajpai]

Great job i really enjoying it🫶🏻❤️