street photography
Is street photography killing itself?
Is the most egalitarian form of photography, ‘street photography’, being destroyed by its own popularity? Is such a thing even possible? I won’t profess to…
These are 28 common mistakes in Street Photography you should avoid
1.Always using the Manual Mode One common misconception and Street Photography mistake is the believe that professional photographers always use the manual mode and therefore…
17 truths on the art of street photography
I wanted to write you a letter on the art of street photography, based on my personal experiences, my personal passion, and things I’ve learned…
What is the “Visual Anchor” in Your Photo?
Imagine a boat at sea, that is swaying in the ocean. Without an anchor— it would float away (and possibly be captured by pirates). What…
A story of French photojournalist who photographed gangs and wars for 40 years
How far would you go for a shot? French photojournalist Yan Morvan spent his 40-year long career shooting gangs and wars. He was exposed to…
The fear of photographing in public and how to overcome it
The joy of Photographing on the street comes from close and engaging photos. Displaying the human nature and emotions in a way that the audience…
How to get over your fear and shoot street portraits with permission
If there is one genre of street photography I specialize in, it is “street portraiture.” I love talking with my subjects, engaging with them, and…
Five tips for shooting winning Urban Landscapes
I consider “urban landscapes” as a sub-genre of street photography. But it is tricky — what differentiates a great “urban landscape” from just a snapshot…
50mm, 35mm or 28mm – which is the best street photography lens?
What is the best lens for street photography? There are many articles and discussions on this topic, and every photographer has their own suggestion and…
How to Be a Zen Photographer
I’m a big fan of Zen/Taoist, Eastern philosophy. Even though I am very pro-American at heart (in terms of our love for risk-taking, for individuality,…




































