PHOTOGRAPHER AND SUBJECT

[FUJI]

People often wonder how I can get so very close to my unsuspecting subjects, during my searches for , my mono Candids; shots which are unposed, completely, natural and spontaneous .

Here , then is the answer, my newish camera, is small, I’m not striking a, photographers pose.   I shoot blind, without using the viewfinder or the back screen.

Yes! I miss quite a few, but the occasional number are real winners . 
 

My subjects don’t need to be behind a cafe window, but I am pleased this lady was, because I am featured in mid-shot….. fascinating stuff ?

 

FUJI

[skullfunkerry]

I love that photo! The slight angle makes it, for me - and the fact that you caught yourself in it too is an excellent bonus

I quite fancy having a go at some street photography, and now that I have a smaller camera I think it might be time to give it a try.

[FUJI]

Hi, I thank you for your kind words and observations.

That is so good to learn, the more you practice the more skillful you will become.

The golden rules are.   Try to become invisible, leave camera and lens bags behind, likewise tripod or monopod, travel light.

Shooting from the hip is the term, for not using viewfinder or rear screen, yes; you will get many crooked , or unusual angles, but, as you say, they can add dynamism and drama.

The late great Gary Winogrand made them, his trademark…..I use many of his , techniques during my outings. He became an expert, in looking as though he was simply testing his camera settings, whilst pressing the shutter…. I am also a huge fan of the enigmatic Vivian Maier ….

 

 

[Fogey]

I can see this type of photography leading to a punch in the  ear.

 

[FUJI]

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[Ryewolf]

Great shot Cyril after watching you in Stratford a few years ago I'm still amazed by how many good shots you post without actually looking through the viewfinder or rear viewscreen.

[FUJI]

1 hour ago, Ryewolf said:

Great shot Cyril after watching you in Stratford a few years ago I'm still amazed by how many good shots you post without actually looking through the viewfinder or rear viewscreen.

Thank you Rye,

praise indeed, much appreciated.

So much water has gone under the bridge, since that amazing TIPF Day Out, I still treasure the pics we shot that day.

I thank God, that I’m still able to go for my daily shoot, with the occassional, proper Street Shoot, in Leamington, Coventry or Stratford, my great photographer pal Brent , is my willing driver and carer for the day; we always end up with a great lunch.

He has adopted my old GX8 , my GX9 is used with my large vintage lens collection, with my lovely X 100V being my go-to camera now.

 

FUJI

 

 

[vanguard]

A clever shot, reminds me of a vivian maier image.