Photograph and Camera talk

[weftyarn]

My top 4 from today. Met with my sister in the city and took the XT4 with my manual 35/1.2 with me.
It’s so compact it fits in the hand warmer pocket of my jacket.

I love to shoot when I’m „on my way“. People are in the zone doing their thing and that’s fun to capture.
Hope you enjoy the pics.

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[Jett129]

These are by far and away my favorites that you’ve posted so far. Love Street Photography,but,for the life of me,I can not do,which makes me appreciate your work even more. Every picture tells a story. @weftyarn My current favorite Street Photographer goes by the name raveninnyc on Instagram.Check out her work I think you might like it.

[weftyarn]

@Jett129 much appreciated - it means a lot to hear that from you. I’ve always liked street photography. It makes me get lost in the moment more than any other form of photography.

Raveninnyc is absolutely amazing - thanks for making me aware.

Snapsbyfox (based in London) is also worth a follow, I really like his work

[Jett129]

You’re very welcome. I think it means a lot to any photographer when another photographer takes the time to comment on their work. I don’t think we do it enough. I get annoyed with myself sometimes for being lazy and just giving a generic like/thumbs up. On another note I’m of the opinion that you can’t teach what you do.

[weftyarn]

You’re absolutely right @Jett129 , we live in a time where you rarely get honest and thorough feedback
because giving thumbs up (or down) is what we’re used to do all day.

This forum is basically the only place where I post my photography
and this thread has made me want to take out my lenses more and get creative.

Im currently on a business trip in Frankfurt.

When I was waiting at the gate  for my train,
I took took some pictures with the 7Artisans 35mm.

Here’s my favorite:

[Jett129]

What a fucking great shot,made me smile as soon as I saw it. I was in NYC on Wednesday and I was trying to imagine what I could take a picture of if I had my camera. I guess I just need to do it. Even with the masks on you get the vibe of the interaction.

[weftyarn]

Thanks, @Jett129
The picture is growing on me, the more I look at it!

And you are absolutely right. There’s so many great situations that I wish I had me camera with me to capture.
The saying “the best camera is the one you have with you” is there for a reason

While we’re at it, here’s a cross post from this weeks photo competition:
I love the versatility of a 23mm lens. No wonder photo journalists use it so much.

[Jett129]

When I was young I was mentored by a photographer. He said to me at the very beginning. If we're to work together,the one thing you can never say to me is…I wish I had my camera. These days I guess since I always have my phone I always have a camera,but I've become more hesitant to take the random shot, which is why I enjoy your photography so much.

[weftyarn]

I can totally relate, @Jett129

I don’t know why, but a certain barrier has to be there for me to enjoy shooting.
The camera I can always have with me, will less likely be the one I actually reach for.

But I’ll also avoid taking a heavy DSLR on the streets.

I feel like APSC cameras are the sweet spot.
Maybe even fixed lens cameras like the Fuji X100V,
I’d love to have it one day.

Here’s some more 23mm street:

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[Jett129]

Really Really just straight out great. Congratulations on your contest photography.

[Jett129]

The Rain on the Train stays Mainly on the Pane. Phone photography on a rainy train ride into NYC.     

[weftyarn]

What a great shot, @Jett129

So artsy!

[Jett129]

Thanks,I was all by myself in the vestibule of the train and noticed the water streaming down the window. If anyone else had been there ,I probably wouldn't have taken the shot. After I took it I thought that's kind of interesting. A little but different for me.

[weftyarn]

Mallorca Evenings

[Jett129]

Picture and a song…     

[goosehd]

@Jett129 Very nice!! One of yours?

[Jett129]

Took the picture this afternoon. Rare attempt of Street Photography on my part.

[weftyarn]

Awesome shot, @Jett129

I love how you captured her „in motion“,
With the rear leg just barely touching the stair.

[Jett129]

Full disclosure I was waiting for 2 friends,who are usually a little late. We always go to the same Indian Restaurant across the street from the Fortune Teller. I’ve never seen anyone walk up the stairs prior to today,but I’ve always been kind of intrigued by the signs,and decided to bring my camera today. I was taking pictures of the stairs  looking up at the sign,when this woman walked by me and up the stairs. So I just started shooting. This is the only shot that worked as the very next step she took,blocked the sign. Your photography has definitely been inspiring to me,as of late,and was one of the reasons I took my camera with me today. Thanks so much for the feedback. For what it’s worth,my wife,politely told me that she thought it sucked. It didn’t  tell her anything.

[goosehd]

@Jett129 I really like everything in that picture.  The light and shadows play very well to make the picture.  The graffiti, shop signage, dirt on the steps,…everything.  I think that the picture definitely tells a story...

Why was she there?  Delivering something to the shop, going to speak to a long lost relative, looking for guidance on her future...

I like that the picture lets the observer decide the story...it provokes me to make that assumption.  In my opinion, that is the definition of art and I think that you captured it wonderfully.

Good job!!