5 Street Photography Tips Every Photographer Should Know
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I've been shooting film for a while and my "go to" tip for deciding whether the pic is worth taking is asking myself whether it could be a decent painting, whether I would dedicate hours to paint this very shot. Makes me reconsider the composition, color, light, viewpoint, story and atmosphere one more time before pressing the button
dope advice
This is great advice! I have a bad habit of taking the "spray and pray" approach to shooting: Taking a thousand pics an hour and hoping something turns out well. This seems like a great way to overcome that problem.
@@ChuCannon all in moderation
i'd love to see your photos, that sounds a lot like pictorialism!
@@ChuCannon thats initially how you improve
I’m mobile photographer. My tips:
- just be ready to taking a photo
- just visualize your photo “after” in Lr
- be confident and not think what ppl say
- make sure twice before you share a pic
- first skill, second camera
- take a photo from different perspectives
- be patient, time will show you effect
- you have camera, you’re photographer
- one photo can’t be perfect
- check photos of other photographers
- get to know other photographers
- you can’t be perfect, humility
- be in chaos and take a photo of people
- be focus while you’re taking a pic
- eat a Big Mac before you go taking pics
last one is definitely essential! 😂
Shooting in raw can be a lifesaver
@@Dennis94913 Yeah! I’ve noticed if I take a photo of a sky in JPEG mode then there might be a risk that photo won’t be good and there will be noises that looks like a black lines. RAW is always good cause you have control on it.
this advice is amazing
1. Act youre reading your phone barely looking at the subject. 2. Never directly point the phone at them unless theyre not looking your way. 3. Move quickly no delaying. 4. Always have your camera on standby . So when you hit the power on button (or however you quick start your phone) the camera app is open and ready to shoot. 5. Dont be scared and start thinking of what may occur. Live within the moment. Then play stupid when the person looks at you 😂 Look , WALK pass them like you were shooting something else !! 6. Enjoy you newly shot secrt pic.s ?! It only Between you and the Camera !!! 😂 😂 😂
To sum up,
1. Always Keeping the Camera Ready 0:43
2. Leave the chaos 2:50
3. Minimize Distractions; Shoot Alone 5:05
4. Don't Be Ashamed of Auto Settings 8:13
5. Accept Failure & Doubt 9:52
I usually shoot alone but don't mind to have photo walks with others because sometimes you can learn something from others.
4:10 is such a good shot, the framing where she’s standing is perfect along with the green/yellow/black color combo.
I agree
I am a beginner and I just want to say thank you so much for the encouragement! Especially about shooting in auto settings. I get really frustrated as I'm learning the technical side of my camera and it has stopped me from shooting some days because I feel weird about using auto but it's a good reminder that it takes time and practice to learn it all.
Shooting manual can become quite a waste of time. For street photography it kind of goes against the first point, of being ready to shoot at any moment. As long as you can see the settings that the camera chooses for you in auto mode and they look logical, it's ok to shoot auto.
If you don't want to leave all three settings up to chance, you can enter the Priority modes. You can lock your aperture wide open and let your camera choose ISO and shutter, or maybe you decide that you want a slow shutter shot, then you can enter Shutter priority and let the camera handle the other two. It gives creative control over the camera while taking things off your mind and giving you the mental bandwith to think about the shot itself.
I feel the most important aspect of using auto modes is actually metering. You can manually adjust your cameras exposure compensation and set up auto shutter, locked in (at f2 on a 1.8 in my case) and auto ISO with a darker compensation and matrix metering. some scenarios will call for highlight metering, etc, but always take some test shots in your environment and check to see if your camera is hitting the shot look you desire.
Crushing, brother. Every bit of it.
Thank you my guy 💙
I've watched so many street photography tip videos than you can imagine. I didn't think anyone could come out with any more fresh and useful tips - but you just did sir. These are such astounding tips that are so simple we take them for granted. Thank you so much for this. You can tell that there has been hundreds if not thousands of hours spent behind realizing these tips - and you just generously gave them away in pursuit of helping other photographers. You are a blessing.
Thank you so much! I was worried these were things most people already knew about, but I realize there's always going to be people that can hear these things and it will help them out in some way
I love how peaceful and calming your videos are. Not only am I learning from you, but your tips are giving me confidence and helping me to keep pursuing. Thank you!
100% agree with your comments on manual vs. auto mode. I shoot mainly on AP because that's what works for me, but I'm trying to understand and learn more about the manual settings and how to use them in different scenarios. If you just enjoy taking nice pictures and getting out and about with your camera, there's no shame in using auto.
That last tip really hit home… it’s frustrating at times coming back with nothing to show for it, but there’s something to be said about just getting the mental escape from daily life that ultimately makes it a valuable use of time. 🤙🏼
When my roll comes back after developing and I have one good shot but thats also blurry. Jeez. Wasted time and money? No. Experience! But that moment I cant be so positive.
Always get excited when you post a new video man, such a huge inspiration! just moved to a new country, and doing street photography here is a little scarier when you don’t know the culture and how people will react. Your tips are extremely helpful and make me a lot more confident in just going out and shooting. Keep doing what you do.
I appreciate your perception of photography and the value that you hold in your work. I am a beginner and admire the work that you’ve done and the thought you put behind everything you do! Would love to see how you take the not ideal circumstances and turn them into a positive (ex weather, subject, editing, etc) what do you do when you didn’t get the shot you wanted?
I’m 2 years into my photography journey and your last tip really hit home for me. I think everytime I’m supposed to go out I need to take a bomb photo or shots for a video, in doing this regularly, I’ve been developing my eye and I think it just means I’m figuring out what works and what doesn’t work and that’s progress
I find aperature priority very useful for street photography. Just make sure to set your min shutter and max iso if you can.
Best advice right there
Thank you sir 🫡🫶🏻
This is my first time in your channel and after watching this vid, you’ve automatically become my favorite street photography channel here in youtube. As a new photographer-I literally got my first camera less than a month ago-I got the courage to just go out and shoot. Thanks, man. Looking forward to your future videos!
A good tip a professor told me is to not erase right away my photos and let them rest and revisit them later on because at first I may not like them but after a couple of days weeks or months I see them through a new light and may like smith that I didn’t before, love from Mx ❤
Faizal, You've shared some great wisdom here. Addressing both practical and psychological tips for those of us who are also drawn to street photography.
I also go out with a theme in mind. It helps me focus and look for a particular shot or scene. This is particularly helpful when I start to get overwhelmed in a situation, often shooting like crazy because I’m afraid I might miss something.
You've taught me so much with how to develop my own style and I couldnt thank you more. I love shooting with my x100v!
Comments like this mean the world to me. I'm so glad you're finding success in your photography!
Love these tips. I currently keep my camera turned on and my finger on the shutter release while it is around my neck. It is a way to look unassuming, always be ready, and capture a unique - consistent - perspective. With the Fuji X series 28mm lens, it’s wide enough that I typically get what I wanted in the frame.
This was so helpful. The tips were awesome but the HOPE you instilled in me is priceless, Thank you!
Always, always with the amazing videos. Been following since 2020 man. You are an amazing soul and an amazing artist.
Thank you for existing Faizal.
the detail in the transition and vintage vibes is so well done. thank you for sharing this.
Definitely one of your most curated videos. This was really a pleasure to watch. You got everything on point man... the editing, the pacing, the shots, it's really well scripted, wouldn't skip a single part of the video, it never bored me and it kept me focused all the time, that's hard to achieve with today's expectations and hurries that everybody seems to have. I took this video as it was my resting part of the day, loved it, loved it all. My congratulations Faizal you're only improving. Keep up the hard work man, I'm sure this is gonna be your year!!
Hey Faizal, does the Moment Cinebloom filter work with the Squarehood lens?
Thanks! I am trying to pick up photography again after some dark and heavy years. Your video was the last push i needed to get really excited again!
the main thing that stops me from taking photos is the anxiety and fear I feel of people watching me do it / getting mad or upset that I took their photo. Any tips with overcoming this?
Same, here, i wish i could overcome this
Run away after taking the photo 🏃♀️
Here are a few tips:
1. Take a look at the laws in your area. In most cases, if you're on public property, you're legally allowed to photograph anyone or thing.
2. Don't be rude. Once you explain what you're doing, most people I have found are willing to help. I was taking street photographs for a college class and took a picture of some people eating dinner outside at a really nice restaurant. They asked if I had just taken their picture and I laughed and said yes. I explained it was for a school project and he asked if he could help by posing. He then told me he was the mayor of the town I was in and if I needed anything to let him know. He also said it was nice to talk to someone as an equal instead of having a photographer either look up to him in a News Conference or take a photograph while doing something personal and using it against him.
3. If people ask what you're doing or to see the photos be honest. Having the website readiily available is a great idea as it not only shows you're legit, but also gives you more hits.
4. Offer them a free digital copy of the photo. This way you can connect with them and maybe gain a new client.
5. Keep the Golden Rule in mind. How important is that photo to you? If you saw a stranger taking a picture of you or your family, how would you react? If you were eating at a restaurant and a stranger were to take your photo, how would you respond?
I don’t touch the camera, I use my phone with my Sony app
This will sound cliche, but the more you do it, the less nervous you’ll be as you’ll find the vast majority of people won’t even notice you’re taking pictures. If they do and they have a negative reaction, just be kind, explain what you’re doing, and move on. I’ve never been in a situation where someone who questioned me got mad. A lot of times, they’re flattered.
Although, and this is a personal preference thing, you may want to try “shooting from the hip”. I know it kind of goes against one of the tips in this video, but I have found some of my favorite street photos are when I have the camera hanging from my neck and I take a picture without bringing it up to my face and worrying about framing. Sure you’ll miss some shots, but it can be a little less noticeable and the imperfections make the photo more candid.
Having a portfolio ready is really a good idea! And a very new idea among all the 'Street Photography Tips' videos. Thank you!
You are SO inspiring! Watched tons of „these“ videos. Yours are always more personal, more practical and just make me want to grab my gear and go out. Thank you so much!
Faizal, you are so wise and easy to listen to. You have already taught me heaps, so thank you. It must be wonderful living in, what must be, the queen of street photography citys. I live in a small town in NZ, so it's not so great getting subjects like you do. You have given me a feeling what NY is like, so I'm grateful to you.
Thanks for this Faizal - I love videos like this - all about the photographer and the process and not so much about the camera. Very helpful!
Love your vids! Your calm demeanour really helps me to relax and focus on what you're saying.
This video just randomly popped today and your amazing story telling just earned you another loyal subscriber. Keep up the great work buddy!!
Thanks for coming back and posting videos again. I honestly enjoy your content so much. There's not a lot of people doing what you do - I'm not aware of anyone!
Awesome video man I really enjoyed this start to finish, just getting into photography & looking forward to my journey!
Nice to come across a low key, level presentation, no hype, no nonsense just a persons view backed up by some nice images.
I like the book marked static page which acts like your business card, ID, and validation
I always come to your channel for motivation and inspiration. Thank you for making awesome videos
This is so helpful, thank you! I was wondering how you approach strangers on the street once you've taken their photo? Also, how often have you had people question why you're photographing them/others and how do you deal with them? Xx
I love the noise overlay man. Very subtle. Its perfect.
obviously one of the best video sharing tips and motivating photographers. Thank you so much brother
One of the most helpful photography videos I have seen
I just want to thank you for this channel and all the tips! It's helping me a lot to improve my photos!
Man, I love that I've found this channel! Absolutely brilliant. Thank you for these amazing tips!
I love your background setting. It makes me feel so comfy. Also the scenes you have chosen to us to show what you are saying are very well picked 🎉
Good post man, appreciate your experience and tips shared 🔥
In the sea of street photography tips videos i've seen, these are really genuine thoughtful tips. Subscribed!
On the money. I love the way you've crafted this entire message. The calm delivery is engaging; so many videos just have too much noise and volume, really gets in the way of the actual message. Your soft, warm, whisper-tech approach reels me in, invites me to listen and take a closer look. Next, totally agree on the strap: I've been looking at longer (around the neck) straps since Xmas, but I never pull the trigger because I love my braided wrist strap - that's where the camera has to live to capture the essence of street photography, not lose those fleeting moments. Third, my personal jury is still out on how much I want to make uninvited photos of people, right up in their face. I think there are ethical issues we all need to explore here, and it can often be elucidated most easily when you ask yourself: how would I feel if I just realised someone had snapped a pic of me? Finally, beautiful work - and I think you've woven the images in here, in tandem with the POV cam footage, expertly. This is a win. Looking forward to more.
This is beautifully done video from start to finish. Incredible storytelling, music and production, man. I felt it on an emotional & spiritual level.
Beautifully made film! Looking forward to seeing more of your work in future
This is the first video of yours I’ve seen and it’s been super helpful! Loving your content already!!
Your voice literally is so relaxing! Thanks for the fab advice.
Thanks, Faizal. Great tips! It makes me realize that I should practice in different modes and just experiment to see what happens.
Great tips Faizal, was looking for something like this!
The quality of the shots is on another level!
Thanks for your work, very inspiring and comforting in a period full of doubt !
The note about when to shoot with others and when not is so important. I’m still finding my photo tribe (lol) but once I went on a nature walk with someone and took my film camera. I noticed that we were attracted to different things. I gravitated toward fell trees, shrubbery, tunnels, and mysterious things, while he kept pointing out animals and insects. I started bending toward his eye, and realized that what I was shooting was not what I wanted to shoot. I learned that it’s actually more important than we realize to shoot with folks that share your style or aesthetic in some way, or learn how to shoot more on your own, so when you do meet up with folks, you are more confident and intentional on what you want to shoot. Great vid. Thank you.
I needed to see this, especially the end. Wow. Thank you for creating this.
Faizal Westcott- Unusual name ...... but so matured and simple a video for such a young man- right on the nail .Well done! Look forward to more such wise words!!
Thank you! Incredibly happy this video showed up on my home page.
Thank you so much for this video. I only started photography two months ago and I am super passionate about it and what you are saying here gives my support and encouragement! I started to be focused on everything I see on the streets as on possible composition and search for interesting metaphors or sugets and at some moment I just stopped see it. I think I little over concentrate on that and it's so nice to know that I am not alone in this. I will remember your advice!
thank you for this video. just what I needed! subscribed!
So easy to listen to and great advice thanks.
I loved everything about this video but what stood up to me more was the video it self! I loved everything, from the video takes to the sound track. Very informative and inspirational.
I've been an abandoned urban explorer photographer for decades and your tip about shooting alone is, at least in my experience - very integral. Having others with me has always proven to be far too much of a distraction. The number of shots I get with others is generally much, much lower - and the quality composition isn't there. I feel rushed, I'm not nearly as observational...my framing is off. And generally every time by the end of the day I regret having gone with someone else. Often I've revisited a location alone to re-shoot...knowing I missed many shots first time around. Good tips...good video.
Thank you so much for this, and for the raw honestly! This video felt very warm and uplifting
How beautiful this video is! Those street shots 😍
Absolutely in love with your vibe!
Amazing video and beautiful shots. Been watching your channel for a while, but this was one of the best.
hey thank you so much for gathering this video, I can tell every second of this was helpful, cheers
Thanks so much Faizal, you have been a great help 💗
Thinks for your helpful advices. I’ll try to use them for my next outing.
Amazing content like always. Love your videos man.
I'm a big fan of Roman Fox in the UK where I live and I am so glad he did the video with you in New York which exposed me to your work. As a beginner photographer, I follow a lot of street photographers on CZcams for guidance, I find your video's enjoyable to watch and they are full of useful tips, which I will take on board in my street photography journey.
Love to see it, keep the inspiration coming my man.
Great tips man! Love this video a lot. Currently gear whoring. Things are tough just getting out to shoot here in Detroit. Losing motivation and redirecting efforts into gear. Love how all your video is part shooting and part
philosophy. Changing mind set and head space is indefinite.
Great tips and love your sincerity and natural humility. Subscribed!
This is one the most useful tips for street photographers. Thank you for sharing your experiences.
Thank you so much for the last tip. I needed it.
I'd like to say, your tips are great and the commentary section here feels very nice and warm. Thanks a lot 🙂
Great tips, thanks for sharing your experience!
I love the 80 or 90s kinda vib that I get from the camera or effect that you're using :)
What an amazing video! I really loved it as you showed an interesting part in this process of learning street photography.
I must say after this video I fell more motivated and encouraged about it. Thank you so much for your content.
Dude I've just happened across your videos and I've gotta say your photography is so so good. Subscribed and can't wait to see more. Keep it up!
Another great and inspirational video.
Hope you are healing well, Brother Faizal.
I wanted to take a second to thank you for what you do. Your insight and tips and your genuine enjoyment in teaching what you’ve learned has been so incredibly helpful to me. I even find myself seeing things while out and about and saying “Faizal would probably take a photo of that” lol (specifically said this the other day when I saw a cool reflection in a puddle). You are a big influence and I just wanted you to know I appreciate you. Maybe if I find myself out your way one day, we could take some photos together and I could pick your brain even more about your process. Take care!
Truly can't thank you guys enough for even caring to hear what I have to say!
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Super dope, interesting, and helpful vid dude keep it up
I love this video. So calm and eye opening. You and serr have very similar demeanors and I love itttt.
You have motivated me to not give up, Thanks!
….I’ve seen a lot of your YT shows..this is by far the best..the tips are more organized, to the point,, I would say very helpful..keep up the good work!!
This new video has some great new quality, appreciate the effort!
Glad you noticed! Spent a lot of time editing this haha
Man how did I not know you before ? You're great !! Thanks for the inspiration. Gonna make a marathon out of your videos now.
this video makes me happy i love this omg
Thank you so much for all the tips Faizal - especially the last one. I am in that phase and you helped me a bit with this video.
DUDE your quality on content is getting better and better its soooooo goooood
Faizal, thank you for this video. You gave a lot of useful info that has not been touched on, and you made me think!! Take care and be safe out there
This is the one video I hope all new photographers watch ☝️
Nothing but the truth, it’s an art and only practice will help you improve 🙏🏼
Love your content!
Hi Faizal, many thanks a wonderfully inspirational video. I'm usually sceptical about "Tips for " videos, yours how ever was wonderfully down to earth and personal. I loved your tip about having a Website to show people instead of some random Instagram page. Keep up the great work.
Tip #1 is pretty insightful. Thanks man
Thanks I really needed that last tip
Your video feels comforting. Subscribed!