My first attempt at street photography. I was very uncomfortable with this and then when I got home, I saw both of the gentlemen in my photo were looking right at me! Yikes....feedback please, what you like and don't like. I do really want to get over this feeling of discomfort, I really like this type of photography! Help! Thanks...hope you all had a great day!
I agree. It can be a bit disconcerting. I've had very little experience with it, but no hostility so far. Shots involving kids can be very sensitive, though
I shy away from photographing people I don't know, unless it's a crowd or from behind--some way they aren't identifiable. I just don't feel right.
But I have heard a number of people defend it: 1-if you are out in public, you are, in a sense, giving consent to be seen & photographed.
2-one guy I know secretly takes the picture, and then asks permission, then takes another, but uses the first.
I don't like taking photos in public, even if I am not taking it of anyone in particular. I just feel really self conscious, unless it's in a tourist place then it's ok. I like this photo, the street looks interesting, but I am not keen on people in it. They are probably lovely people, but I am not drawn to their characters, if you know what I mean.
@sketch2 thanks Dave ! @colleenculhane haha! Sneaky friend! @emma78 I totally agree about feeling self conscious! I feel that way too sometimes but very much so in an urban setting. I want to get over this feeling! Not sure why I even feel that way! I took a few shots of the empty street but it seemed too boring. @joansmor thanks Joan! I think when it gets warmer I'm just going to sit on a bench in the middle of the old port and "shoot till I get over it!"
@dianen Good plan. I do it in Deering Oaks when I go there for my lunch. With all the cell phones people just don't bother so much. But if I have my camera I usually don't hide it and if someone asks me not to or turns always I oblige. I even ask permission sometime.
I think you did very well! Most people are alright with it, but I've got some stares, abusing sometimes. The more you do it, the easier it gets, I promise. This photo in particular is lovely. I love the light and I think the b n w make the bright day stand out :)
This is a nice photograph - you even got a friendly smile!
I always say that I have to either love or hate what I am photographing. One can't be neutral.
Master of street photography, Henri Cartier Bresson, used a small Leica that he pulled out of his pocket in a second when he saw the right moment. I understand that he was stalking at length until he saw something developing there. The "decisive moment".
I suggest that you get a small point and shoot camera so if anyone sees it, it looks so harmless that no one pays any attention to you. My favourite is a Nikon Coolpix P300 where I use 'pet setting', that is, no shutter sound and no light meter signal light. In our writing class and discussion groups I have been taking pictures without anyone noticing.
I can relate, too, to your feelings of being uncomfortable - on the other hand, I think the one looking at you is ok with it - he's smiling and saying get a good shot of me, Lady. Looks pretty natural though.
Nice job breaking out of your comfort zone. This is a nice candied street shot. I'd say unless someone approaches you don't worry about it- if the.do apologize and offer to show them the photo or delete it
But I have heard a number of people defend it: 1-if you are out in public, you are, in a sense, giving consent to be seen & photographed.
2-one guy I know secretly takes the picture, and then asks permission, then takes another, but uses the first.
I always say that I have to either love or hate what I am photographing. One can't be neutral.
Master of street photography, Henri Cartier Bresson, used a small Leica that he pulled out of his pocket in a second when he saw the right moment. I understand that he was stalking at length until he saw something developing there. The "decisive moment".
I suggest that you get a small point and shoot camera so if anyone sees it, it looks so harmless that no one pays any attention to you. My favourite is a Nikon Coolpix P300 where I use 'pet setting', that is, no shutter sound and no light meter signal light. In our writing class and discussion groups I have been taking pictures without anyone noticing.
Good luck!