This article outlines the best techniques for taking photographs of everyday life, including shooting tips we can learn from the pioneers in street photography.
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In-camera shooting aids for low light photography
How in-camera pre-sets can assist with low-light shooting.
Fine-tune your editing workflow
A step-by-step guide to ensure your images are optimised for display and printing.
Polarised positions
Polarising filters should be one of the first tools in the camera bag for an outdoor photographer, as they suppress reflections and reduce the effect of atmospheric haze. Landscape photographers often fit polarisers to darken the sky and make white clouds more prominent. And they are also handy when you want to subdue glare from reflective surfaces like water and glass.
Equipment for street photography
The equipment you choose will depend on how you approach street photography. If, like Henri Cartier-Bresson, you prefer keeping a low profile, you will tend to choose smaller, less conspicuous equipment. On the other hand, if you’re a confident photographer who is happy to engage with subjects (like Diane Arbus), the visibility of your equipment will be irrelevant. The following tips will guide you to the best types of gear for street photography, whichever of the approaches you take…
Scanning hard copy photos
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How far can you rely on a smartphone camera?
They say the best camera is the one you have with you but could your smartphone ever replace a ‘proper’ camera?
What is street photography?
Although anyone with a smart-phone can take candid pictures in public places, most of these photos are little more than snapshots and easily forgotten. True street photography requires a lot more than point-and-press picture-taking.