Top 10 Things to do Before Street Photography (or, the top 10 mistakes I used to make)

(Inspired in part by Two Cute dogs‘ top 10 series.) A lot of this may be familiar for the veterans, but for the new and upcoming shooters these tips have saved my life. Here goes. Take them with a grain of salt. 1. Take a photo before you go out. Assuming you’re using digital of course. … Continue reading »

Sandy’s wake: The Destruction Seen through Instagram

“Jane’s carousel is basically an island now. Poor horses.” – Instagram user andjelicaaa Normally I wouldn’t write about Instagram posts, but this one in particular is devastating, disheartening, and shocking. Have a look at the impact of Hurricane Sandy in this WSJ article, and in its wake. I won’t say much, except to say that … Continue reading »

How dare you take that photo! – London Street Photography Festival 2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJH9F7Hcluo&feature=player_embedded

Do you have the balls to argue with a police officer? Apparently you have the right to, at least in London. In most countries, taking photographs in public is allowed (even of private property, as long as you are not physically in the property). Do you agree with the approach these photographers are taking to defend the right of their cameras and photography?

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Reblogged from Steven Ichikawa Photography: Steven Ichikawa, fellow SF street photographer

Eric Kim Shows Us How Street Photography is Done (Warning: Slightly Nausea-Inducing)

So in case you’ve never gone on a street photog shoot before, here’s what it looks like! I just watched this video and realized it’s a very good example of what shooting in groups looks like. As you can see, it doesn’t have to be a pervy, solo expedition. It can just as well incorporate … Continue reading »