I liked all three photographers but Matt seems to have an ability to see things that a lot of people can not. I checked out his Instagram and his style reminds me of Saul Leiter.
I love seeing how people can find images when there seems like nothing to shoot, it's like being in the woodland and looking for intimate details. I can see how shooting street would help improve your photography skills, great job by all thanks for sharing Gareth.
Great video Gareth! And Happy birthday. I agree with the guys....nice to join up with friends and see other ways of shooting / catching up (can also help with getting out of a rut)...but solo is when you take the time and keep your eyes open for shots more. The four of you have four different styles so it was a great mix.
I admire your infinite patience (cough) ;) 2 minutes must be a Danks record. Great follow up video. Always look forward to your vlogs, landscape, street or whatever.. F8 is a great way to see other peoples work and the thought process that goes with it.
Working a scene can be a learning process. So it's not just about spotting something and taking the photograph: the working of the scene can take you out of your usual vision and help you to discover new things you may not have thought of, if you had just walked on by.
Definitely interesting to see a variety of styles/ways of seeing in this video. It goes to show that there is no single way to do "street" photography.
Thanks for sharing your experience out with other photographers....I am like you in some ways as I struggle to see compositions when out in the streets...I am learning so much more when I watch videos like this... cheers from Australia 😀
Excellent stuff! Very inspiring. I do a lot of street parade photography here in Peru, exciting, very fast pace inside traditional dances, very close-up with equiv 27mm on my old Canon 50D & I get hit around a bit with ropes, clothing etc, nice colourful images capturing moments, but I need to start thinking more abstractly & how to isolate subjects, some top ideas here.
Thank you for 2 very thought provoking videos. There is no doubt that these layered techniques can produce amazing often abstract compositions…one thing I struggle with is subject versus composition…an amazing pattern,so to speak can please the eye, but a strong subject matter that requires some concentration and thought to understand can keep longer attention… maybe? Of course when you get both the results are outstanding. Just a thought … not a criticism.
Great video, I'd love to work with street photographers in my region, but so far have not managed to network with any, northumberland is rather sparsely populated! Nice to see that you are all Fuji shooters too, what lenses did you all use on the day? Looked like Matt was on the 56mm F1.2, but was hard to tell from the video!
Thanks! I'm in a local camera club, however like most clubs, members are often elderly and have little interest in trips out doing street photography, although I'm hoping to change that with a talk at the club later this month! Thought i'd take the 56mm out for a spin tonight too, just local, with a cinesoft filter!
Hi Nathalie, there are a few Street photographers around Newcastle, check out Nostalgia Kid on Instagram, he seems to get involved with other photographers in the area particularly in and around Pilgrim Street.
I know gear was downplayed as a factor but I would really like to know the focal lengths that Matt & Mark prefer for street photography. I loved both of these videos. Thanks!
Insightful post. We all see things differently. Our personal styles grow organically, w/influence from others a part of the mix. Q. Gareth, when you give your card to a subject and he/she requests pic via e-mail, how do you match up the (faceless) e-mail sender w/the correct photo?
As of September 5, 2021, my area is in the worst part of the pandemic to-date plus my typical street photography route seems to have gun violence almost every day so one tends to stay in. However that means there is time available for learning from others, be it from books of photos from decades past or from RUclips vids such as these. I sure enjoyed this video in particular as seeing others’ techniques and philosophies of practice is very helpful in training one’s sense of observation. Thank you from goofy Portland, OR.
Great video as always mate! Keep up the good work. Love this style of realife photography, rather than the standard "5 tips that will help you improve......blah blah blah" You videos are a joy to watch. 👍
Great to learn from others that's how we all grow my photos are pretty much point and shot my try and do more abstract shots Great video as per usual 😊
I have to admit when I saw matt peaking through the glass of the phone box to get a shot I was wondering what planet he was from but I eat my words the shot was good I would have missed that :)
Gareth I have to say I really loved these 2 videos, seeing how Mark & Matt work, it actually got me curious if all 4 of your like the same focal length or you all prefer different lenses/focal length for your types of shots
Hi Gareth,,, as a follow up from your day out with Matt and Mark,,, go out solo on a sunny day and see what you get,,, Now that you have seen the type of photo's they take then see if you can replicate them,,, with what you learnt,,, be an interesting watch for us guys,,, even if you don't get anything it will be good to see and hear your thoughts. Best wishes
You waited 2 whole minutes? Wow. Yes if I was looking for those kind of shots. But I don’t look for those kind of shots. You can’t find the things you’re not looking for. But you’ve said the thing. “Maybe you’re doing the wrong style”. And that’s where it dies. When you’re shooting for a style.
Hi Gareth, would you please confirm that you've received my recent email? I sent a few days ago regarding the video from my daughter's wedding. Please let me know ASAP. Wedding was 8th March 2020. Thank you
For really good examples of street photography look up: Walker Evans, Robert Frank, Garry Winogrand, Fan Ho, and Dorthea Lange. What you're seeing here is just BS snapshots. No meaningful content, and nothing that stirs any emotions. Unfortunately RUclips is full of this stuff.
Thanks for the comment Guy. There’s no denying that their work is great, they’re well renowned for a good reason but their work is of their time. Street photography has moved on, progressed, cherry picked inspiration from those mentioned and many more to form sub genres. I personally see this as a good thing. If you’re not a fan then maybe just ignore all contemporary street photographers and revisit them in 25 years?
Yeah, most of us know all of those names and even more. In fact, Garry Winogrand (my favorite) didnt even like the term street photography. But knowing all of them doesn't mean I can't like and understand other types of street photography. There are many ways to do it, more and more with time and that is just lovely. You can't take shots like the ones those you mentioned took in their days. Everyone is different, everyone has its own vision. The world is constantly changing. And speaking about emotion... I do feel many emotions when I look at Matt photos. And Mark photos too. But that's just me. If you don't feel anything looking at their works, I can't -and don't want to- do anything at all about that.
@@snapsbyfox I'm willing to bet he isn't :) There were some great shots in this vid. But of course beauty is always in the eye of the beholder. The whole video has inspired me to try some slightly different ways of shooting.
wow, just loved that, looking at getting back into photography again, and looking at peoples work is so energising, thanks for sharing
Looked like a fun day with those guys! Thanks for the share.
Brilliant stuff. Full of lots and lots of great tips. Thanks Gareth.
Brilliant video, Gareth. So good to see how you, Matt, Mark and Roman work, Wonderful insight.
I liked all three photographers but Matt seems to have an ability to see things that a lot of people can not. I checked out his Instagram and his style reminds me of Saul Leiter.
I love seeing how people can find images when there seems like nothing to shoot, it's like being in the woodland and looking for intimate details. I can see how shooting street would help improve your photography skills, great job by all thanks for sharing Gareth.
Great video Gareth! Like You say - very inspiring to see how they work the scenes 👌👍🔝📸
I find this video more interesting than the previous one. Seeing Matt shoot different things is a delight. Really like his vision.
Thanks for the comment 😊
Great video Gareth! And Happy birthday. I agree with the guys....nice to join up with friends and see other ways of shooting / catching up (can also help with getting out of a rut)...but solo is when you take the time and keep your eyes open for shots more. The four of you have four different styles so it was a great mix.
Herzlichen Dank für's mitnehmen, es war sehr interessant Euch zuzuschauen.
So very inspiring, fabulous, got so much from this video cheers, Gareth
Great video, great lessons! Thanks so much again Gareth!
Another great educational video! Well done ! Really enjoyed these two videos with Mark and Matt
Brilliant video! There's so much I've picked up from this. I just need to remember it and try and put some of it into practice now.
Again, really insightful. Masters at work really. Cheers!
Loving these videos, goes to show you never stop learning
right, i'm off to find some dirty phone boxes haha
Really enjoyed this so inspirational to bring this together in the way you did thanks Gareth
Hey thanks for the great comment mate. Appreciate that 😊
I admire your infinite patience (cough) ;) 2 minutes must be a Danks record. Great follow up video. Always look forward to your vlogs, landscape, street or whatever.. F8 is a great way to see other peoples work and the thought process that goes with it.
Really interesting seeing the approach and results of different photographers.
Think the place is improving after years of decline.
Cheers Matey
Working a scene can be a learning process. So it's not just about spotting something and taking the photograph: the working of the scene can take you out of your usual vision and help you to discover new things you may not have thought of, if you had just walked on by.
Great to see how others see potential photos. What an interesting video, thanks Gareth.
Just love these vids. Could learn a lot about photography from this.
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Definitely interesting to see a variety of styles/ways of seeing in this video. It goes to show that there is no single way to do "street" photography.
Thanks for sharing your experience out with other photographers....I am like you in some ways as I struggle to see compositions when out in the streets...I am learning so much more when I watch videos like this... cheers from Australia 😀
For a moment I thought I was watching Jim Jeffries.
Agree. No pressure shooting alone. Take your time....or speed up.....
Always good to watch your street photos. Some cool images.
Excellent stuff! Very inspiring. I do a lot of street parade photography here in Peru, exciting, very fast pace inside traditional dances, very close-up with equiv 27mm on my old Canon 50D & I get hit around a bit with ropes, clothing etc, nice colourful images capturing moments, but I need to start thinking more abstractly & how to isolate subjects, some top ideas here.
Enjoyed this, thank you.
Pffff 2 seconds…. I last at least 5
Very interesting to see how other people get their images! and the secret has been blown! go out alone and get the job done!....thank you...
Haha. Indeed. Tho I do agree 😊
Thank you for 2 very thought provoking videos. There is no doubt that these layered techniques can produce amazing often abstract compositions…one thing I struggle with is subject versus composition…an amazing pattern,so to speak can please the eye, but a strong subject matter that requires some concentration and thought to understand can keep longer attention… maybe? Of course when you get both the results are outstanding. Just a thought … not a criticism.
Thanks everyone, that was great👍🏻
Thanks for the comment sue 😊
Great ideas, inspiration and golden humor all in one video.
Great video, I'd love to work with street photographers in my region, but so far have not managed to network with any, northumberland is rather sparsely populated!
Nice to see that you are all Fuji shooters too, what lenses did you all use on the day? Looked like Matt was on the 56mm F1.2, but was hard to tell from the video!
Thanks Natalie. Reach out to some camera clubs? I'm sure they'll be up for it. Yes 56mm 18-55, 35mm and I had a 18-55 in this vid
Thanks! I'm in a local camera club, however like most clubs, members are often elderly and have little interest in trips out doing street photography, although I'm hoping to change that with a talk at the club later this month!
Thought i'd take the 56mm out for a spin tonight too, just local, with a cinesoft filter!
Yeah and it goes against.many of their old fashioned ‘rules’ too. Good luck
Hi Nathalie, there are a few Street photographers around Newcastle, check out Nostalgia Kid on Instagram, he seems to get involved with other photographers in the area particularly in and around Pilgrim Street.
Thanks Sue! I'll check them out.
I know gear was downplayed as a factor but I would really like to know the focal lengths that Matt & Mark prefer for street photography. I loved both of these videos. Thanks!
Matt uses a 56mm and mark a 18-55. Roman a 35mm all Fuji 😊
85mm (FFE) 👌🏻
Insightful post. We all see things differently. Our personal styles grow organically, w/influence from others a part of the mix. Q. Gareth, when you give your card to a subject and he/she requests pic via e-mail, how do you match up the (faceless) e-mail sender w/the correct photo?
This is a real eye opener 👌
Fascinating!
Thanks mate 😊
love this - thanks for the hot tips
As of September 5, 2021, my area is in the worst part of the pandemic to-date plus my typical street photography route seems to have gun violence almost every day so one tends to stay in. However that means there is time available for learning from others, be it from books of photos from decades past or from RUclips vids such as these. I sure enjoyed this video in particular as seeing others’ techniques and philosophies of practice is very helpful in training one’s sense of observation. Thank you from goofy Portland, OR.
Awesome video. Great tips. Top lesson is to take your time, I think. Really work a scene.
Great video as always mate! Keep up the good work.
Love this style of realife photography, rather than the standard "5 tips that will help you improve......blah blah blah"
You videos are a joy to watch. 👍
I feel like Matt is so heavily influenced by Saul Leiter. It’s so reminiscent but also fresh. I love it. (Because Saul is my favorite by a LONG shot)
Thanks for sharing❤. Very inspiring
You are so welcome!
Fantastic. Thumbs UP
Some good shots from various styles all round there
Super vlog mate and great images
i rally love your video i learned so much thanks a lot
Great to learn from others that's how we all grow my photos are pretty much point and shot my try and do more abstract shots Great video as per usual 😊
What cameras and lenses were used if you can remember and don't mind sharing? Thanks!
Some nice ideas for shots.
I have to admit when I saw matt peaking through the glass of the phone box to get a shot I was wondering what planet he was from but I eat my words the shot was good I would have missed that :)
Interesting video 👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks mate. Hope to catch up soon 😊
Love this type of content!
Welcome to my home town, Enjoyed both vids.
So creative!!
Great video Gareth 👍
Wow 👏😮👏 Sif beautiful
great video Gareth
Thanks Andy 😊
You missed the shot of the two ladies walking with their Zimmer's as you left the centre and passed the Old Kent Market... The race was on.
which lens is Matt shooting with? 56mm?
Schiiiiet! Sold off my 56mm, can I ever do a street shoot again? 😂
Any plans on coming to Edinburgh? We have some great places to shoot here.
Funny enough. I’m in Scotland end of the month (assynt) will see if I can swing past haha
@@GarethDanks Awesome, Assynt is beautiful. Give us a message if you come by, I'll show you around.
Gareth I have to say I really loved these 2 videos, seeing how Mark & Matt work, it actually got me curious if all 4 of your like the same focal length or you all prefer different lenses/focal length for your types of shots
Matt uses a 56mm and mark a 18-55. Roman a 35mm I'm a 23 and 50 shooter. all Fuji 😊
@@GarethDanks Thanks Gareth, that's actually pretty interesting how you guys have your different preferences 😊
Hi Gareth,,, as a follow up from your day out with Matt and Mark,,, go out solo on a sunny day and see what you get,,, Now that you have seen the type of photo's they take then see if you can replicate them,,, with what you learnt,,, be an interesting watch for us guys,,, even if you don't get anything it will be good to see and hear your thoughts. Best wishes
Building at 1:30 1:35 is amazing for a photograph!
Great! Inspirational 🤓
Thank you Cindy 😊
You waited 2 whole minutes? Wow. Yes if I was looking for those kind of shots. But I don’t look for those kind of shots. You can’t find the things you’re not looking for. But you’ve said the thing. “Maybe you’re doing the wrong style”. And that’s where it dies. When you’re shooting for a style.
Why does Matt have the lens hood reversed on his camera?
Hi Gareth, would you please confirm that you've received my recent email? I sent a few days ago regarding the video from my daughter's wedding. Please let me know ASAP. Wedding was 8th March 2020. Thank you
Hi teri i cant see anything from you.. Call me anytime or txt.
Roman is more spray and pray you mean.
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What a lame approach to photography - as if it’s some kind of jigsaw puzzle or pattern knitting competition
For really good examples of street photography look up: Walker Evans, Robert Frank, Garry Winogrand, Fan Ho, and Dorthea Lange. What you're seeing here is just BS snapshots. No meaningful content, and nothing that stirs any emotions. Unfortunately RUclips is full of this stuff.
I bet you’re fun at a party 🥱
Thanks for the comment Guy.
There’s no denying that their work is great, they’re well renowned for a good reason but their work is of their time.
Street photography has moved on, progressed, cherry picked inspiration from those mentioned and many more to form sub genres. I personally see this as a good thing.
If you’re not a fan then maybe just ignore all contemporary street photographers and revisit them in 25 years?
Yeah, most of us know all of those names and even more. In fact, Garry Winogrand (my favorite) didnt even like the term street photography. But knowing all of them doesn't mean I can't like and understand other types of street photography. There are many ways to do it, more and more with time and that is just lovely. You can't take shots like the ones those you mentioned took in their days. Everyone is different, everyone has its own vision. The world is constantly changing. And speaking about emotion... I do feel many emotions when I look at Matt photos. And Mark photos too. But that's just me. If you don't feel anything looking at their works, I can't -and don't want to- do anything at all about that.
@@snapsbyfox I'm willing to bet he isn't :) There were some great shots in this vid. But of course beauty is always in the eye of the beholder. The whole video has inspired me to try some slightly different ways of shooting.
Pretty sure they're more influenced by Saul Leiter than Dorothea Lange etc, the modern world and it's art and photography arrived a while ago...