Tag: Street Photography
Main Street
So I walked Main Street today in preparation for next weeks walk. Well, ok, so I could get a great doughnut and latte. And by the way, it was the best Peanut Butter & Jelly doughnut ever. Thanks Lucky’s Doughnuts! Another reason I wanted to head out was to use this camera as I have never used it for Street Photography. It will need some getting used to. All part of the process. Note: If you click on the images you may get some commentary and the Meta data is there!
I know I suggested we perhaps extend the walk down some arms off Main Street but perhaps we I should have considered how I do street photography. I like working smaller areas and found myself walking up and down Main Street several times. Again, it goes to learning about the area you are working. We can discuss this option and the benefits of this vs. the benefits of walking new streets (and why you would).
Posed = Street Portraiture
I encountered some really nice people today and again it reminds me of why I love doing this. A group of three young people I approached. One shouted nice ‘Leica’. They were more enthusiastic when I announced it was a Fuji. Anyways, had a nice chat with them and a got a few posed photos.
Street Portraiture
I spotted a great window decal (that we will visit on the walk) and a young couple eating behind the glass. I took a few shoot from the hip shoots but as I walked along, noticed I had missed it. 10 minutes later walking the other way I went back and they were still there. WTH I thought, and decided to properly frame and get the image I wanted. Took a bunch of shots. Then I went into the café and spoke with them. Ali and his companion were really nice. I let them know about this site where they may see the image.
I encounter a young woman with red sneakers I really liked. Quick, ask if you can photograph them. Sure she says, I get a few shots and then she introduces herself as Jen. I let her know about the site. I received a tanks and a big smile.
This is Jen in her Bright Red Shoes!
I must have spoken to about 20 people including a shop owner and my barista. When walking the streets, if you go where and when people live, rather than when they are at work, you get the real people. You get couples together. You get the friends having fun, or the two characters walking into the Weed shop. People are doing things, instead of being on their way to or from work, in a hurry. If you visit the downtown business district week day, yes, you will have the ‘Vancouver’s not very friendly’ crowd. Visit where people live their lives, smile, and you will meet the very nicest people!
Missed the shot. Its at f/2.2 (check your settings) and shot from the waist while walking.
A great afternoon.
Ian McDonald Street Photography Workshops
This is a great opportunity to learn from a recognized long time street photographer. Ian has announced two Vancouver based Street Photography workshops for 2018. He has also announced workshops for Toronto, Montreal and Paris. The dates for the Vancouver workshops are June 15th to 17th, 2018, and August 10th to 12th, 2018. You may want to book early!
You can register for his workshops on his website here.
Street Photography Presentation – Lionsgate Camera Club
I will be presenting a 2 hour (with break) presentation on Street Photography. Topics include everything from the History Of Street Photography to You and the Law. We will see an assortment of images from the Masters and some of Jean-Francois’ work. Equipment will be discussed along with some Tips & Tricks to help you get better results. There should be time for a little Q&A.
Event Details here
Ian MacDonald Street Photography Workshops
I am very happy to announce the 2018 course offerings of my 2.5 day (20 hour) Vancouver Street Photography Workshop! Courses are now scheduled for June 15th to 17th, and August 10th to 12th.
Do you have a new found interest in photographing the genre of street photography? Are you a current street photographer looking to add new skills to your existing repertoire? Do you love the idea of exploring a city and discovering new things about it? If so, this is the workshop for you.
I find street photography to be an incredibly satisfying way to document the world around you, to create new art and to express your vision of the world. Unlike portraiture or landscape photography that is often calculated and planned, street photography requires you to constantly observe, be fluid and be ready.
What does this mean for me? It means that the world is a stage and that there is beauty on the streets waiting to be captured. A street photographer knows how to become part of those streets, how to blend in and how to capture those rare but beautiful decisive moments that happen. A street photographer understands that street photography is about people, not camera settings. It is about moments, not perfect exposures. A well crafted street photograph tells a story. This hands on workshop is designed to help you find and tell your own stories through the medium of street photography.
You can get more information and register for his workshops on his website here.
Ian MacDonald Street Photography Workshops
I am very happy to announce the 2018 course offerings of my 2.5 day (20 hour) Vancouver Street Photography Workshop! Courses are now scheduled for June 15th to 17th, and August 10th to 12th.
Do you have a new found interest in photographing the genre of street photography? Are you a current street photographer looking to add new skills to your existing repertoire? Do you love the idea of exploring a city and discovering new things about it? If so, this is the workshop for you.
I find street photography to be an incredibly satisfying way to document the world around you, to create new art and to express your vision of the world. Unlike portraiture or landscape photography that is often calculated and planned, street photography requires you to constantly observe, be fluid and be ready.
What does this mean for me? It means that the world is a stage and that there is beauty on the streets waiting to be captured. A street photographer knows how to become part of those streets, how to blend in and how to capture those rare but beautiful decisive moments that happen. A street photographer understands that street photography is about people, not camera settings. It is about moments, not perfect exposures. A well crafted street photograph tells a story. This hands on workshop is designed to help you find and tell your own stories through the medium of street photography.
You can get more information and register for his workshops on his website here.
Street Photography Presentation – Lionsgate Camera Club
I will be presenting a 2 hour (with break) presentation on Street Photography. Topics include everything from the History Of Street Photography to You and the Law. We will see an assortment of images from the Masters and some of Jean-Francois’ work. Equipment will be discussed along with some Tips & Tricks to help you get better results. There should be time for a little Q&A.
Event Details here
Eifel Tower from Trocadero Square