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Street Photography Composition Tips

To shoot an interesting street photograph there are many factors that need to be considered. It is not only the composition, lighting and atmosphere that matters but also the time of day, the weather, and other people. If your aim is to capture a candid street shot, remember that you don’t have to be present when your subject takes their photo, although you could ask them if you can take their picture. When taking photographs in public places it can be easy to feel intimidated by the crowds and the atmosphere of the place. Instead, focus on taking photographs that will make you feel relaxed and comfortable with the experience. Use your camera’s settings to control the composition, lighting and exposure. Don’t worry about whether you like what you see, but aim to take a few good shots. Always carry a camera with you, and use the street as … Read the rest

Street Photography Laws (Know Your Rights)

Street Photography Laws: What, when, how?

There are no laws governing street photography, but there are rules that you should follow to make sure your images are safe for publication. Most photographers have a reasonable understanding of the law, which is why it can be so difficult to make money out of street photography without breaking the law.

Street photography can be both a hobby and a way of earning a living, as long as you stay within the confines of the law. However, in many countries it is illegal to photograph people in public without their permission. To gain consent, you need to explain what you are doing and obtain written consent before photographing your subject. If you are taking photos in the UK you will have to obtain a ‘still’ or ‘portrait’ license. This applies to all the images you take of your subject, including those taken on … Read the rest

The Most Famous Street Photographers You Should Know

Street photography is a genre of art that captures candid moments in public places, such as streets, parks, parties and other social gatherings. Street photographers typically work independently and take their subjects with available light without the use of studio equipment or flash.

Street Photography: Capturing Real Life

Street photography is a type of documentary photography that captures people and life as it unfolds. The

Dorothea Lange

Dorothea Lange was the foremost American documentary photographer of her generation. She is noted for recording the plight of starving and destitute farmers during the Great Depression in a series known as “Migrant Mother”. But she also captured a wide spectrum of images, from intimate moments to dramatic photographs of Hollywood stars on film sets. Her work such as “Fissures” was a raw exploration of lesbian culture at that time, showing what was once unseen and unheard about.

Henri Cartier-Bresson

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Top Collection of Photography Hashtags to Grow Your Instagram Account

Photography is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. It’s also a very expensive hobby with photography equipment, photography classes, photography seminars and photography workshops all costing money. Keeping up with it can be difficult when you’re on a budget, but there are lots of ways to save money while still being able to take amazing pictures!

Instagram’s hashtags are an amazing way to share and find content on Instagram. Especially for photographers, it’s important to know which photography hashtags will work best in order to grow a following or increase the visibility of your profile!

The world of photography has seen a lot of changes in recent years, but one thing remains the same: hashtags! You can use them to help your photos stand out and get more likes. From families snapping selfies on their vacations to wildlife photographers capturing shots for National Geographic Magazine or wedding

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