I don't really do street photography, but my first career was journalism, so I have mixed feelings on these things. I think people have a right to their likeness and security in many ways, but also that we have a delusion of extreme privacy? And needlessly so. So I'm all over the place, but I would have to say it depends majorly on the situation for sure. That might even be a shot-by-shot analysis. Love the photos! Thank you for sharing.
I think your comment sums it up nicely, I have mixed feeling about it as well. Most of the times I like to catch "raw" moments as they are, because I think capturing them is a form of art. But that also means in some regards stepping into somebodies privacy area. So I think we have to carefully weight out if it's the price we want to pay. And thanks for the support, Jamie. :)
This reminds me of a Daniel Armold quote on answering the question why he doesn't ask for permission: "It ruins the picture." "Because then they start thinking. They start lying." "I think the implication is just that they don't expect to be watched. Which, in public, is an unreasonable expectation."
I almost never do street photography because of the reasons you mention and also because I'm maybe just not the type to do it ... But I think a pride event like in this video is the PERFECT moment to do street photos ... I mean, this is not your regular situation where some stressed people rush to their underground in the rain. I'd think many of these folks visit such an event to enjoy themselves, their friends, the atmosphere, and also to be seen! And whenever Karin approaches any of the persons shown in this video, it seems they all also like and enjoy to be photographed ... so I really enjoyed watching this video !!
what a lovely video 🤩 thank you for sharing! also I think I'm similar in that if I feel like the photo is focusing on a person or group vs the entire scene I'm more likely to ask if they are comfy with me taking that photo. but I think at events like this it makes sense to lean into that even more since acceptance is such an important aspect of the celebration ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍
I prefer to stay unnoticed for candid street shots/portraits and I consider this to be my strength when it comes to do street photography. I am never good taking posed photo/portrait, and the other big reason that I prefer candids because then I get to capture real expression of a person and not a posed one. But lately, I have been trying to interact the people on streets before or after taking their pictures. I am trying to merge the two as one, that I somehow get to capture real emotion and that the other person get to see it too.
you got right in the middle of it and the whole atmosphere looked great to photo. Thanks sharing the journey ! loved the photo at 3,32 with the guy just taking it all in and the chaos just all around him.
Great photos! A nice mix of candid slice-of-life (and wide slices) along with casual posed shots, both approaches resulting in appropriate captures. The fan, flag and sunglasses helped to make unique moments. I am impressed with the X-Pan results, but a spread-out event in the street really is an ideal application.
Thanks so much for your comment, I appreciate it a lot! I need some more practise with the XPAN on the streets, since this was the first occasion where I used it for street photography. But it surely has a lot of potential. :)
Splendid video Karin! The photos both from the M6 and the XPAN were so beautiful. I usually try to stay discreet on the streets but often when I get involved in any confrontation and ask for consent it turns out to be a nice experience. Keep up the great work! ♥
Same here, I only had one or two uncomfortable conflicts on the streets so far, most of the time it ended up in interesting conversations and nice chats. Thanks for your comment Rashik! :)
Wow, those Kodak Gold colors are popping. Amazing content and great to see wonderful people back in the streets for events. Time to shoot now people. Let’s go!!
Great video Karin :) I think I recognised a few images you’d previously posted on your Insta account (e.g. man with the ballon ‘crown’, the deflated Kitty ballon and the group of ladies one of whom was using walking sticks).
Another great video, Karin. I do look forward to them! I'm more of the unobtrusive type of street photographer, but I agree that at "events" like this one, I'm more likely to ask, as many people are obviously performing and a part of a larger event. Keep these coming - you're well over 10,000 subscribers now, so you must be doing something right! Andy
Thanks for sharing your approach Andy! I am currently editing some more videos, also some more street photography related content - can't wait to bring them out. :)
So many familiar locations! I miss Berlin! I plan to be back for 6 months in 2022. Danke für deine schönen Fotos von schönen Menschen bei einer schönen Veranstaltung!
As a general rule for street and event photos, I ask permission to take photos. A little conversation before shooting puts the subjects at ease and their facial expressions are more genuine and friendly. This way I get some personality in the photos, rather than shooting posed statues. I see-in your subjects they show a connection to you. As always, I enjoy seeing your work. Thanks.
Interesting approach, thanks for your comment! When it comes to street portraits I also think that talking to the people and building a connection helps to improve the images. However, when trying to catch candid moments instead of portraits the question can be a bit more tricky. Thanks for the support, keep on shooting! :)
@@KarinMajoka I forgot a couple things I wanted to say. If the lighting is strong, I will underexpose a little. If light is not strong, I will overexpose. Of course the film stock may change this. Concerning candids, after taking a street portrait(s), I ask if candids are OK if I see them walking about later. Refusals are rare. :)
Thank you, Jay! :) I same here, every time I shoot with it I feel like a terrible photographer, but most of the times the XPAN shots surprise me in the end.
Great video, very dynamic interesting photos! I also like doing street photography at events like this. I think it’s always easier because everyone around you takes photos as well. It’s expected, so people don’t mind being photographed.
I like very candid shots , sometimes I take 2 images after asking permission & will use the 2d image if a person poses, still other times I do it unnoticed if I can , but in my option U can never B invisible . think U got some images of everyday people enjoying themselves, sometimes hard to do in these times .
Thanks for sharing your approach! :) I think it's very hard to be invisible, but depending on the shooting technique and the crowdedness of the place it can sometimes be possible.
I always feel so scared asking to take a random persons photo or even having someone surrounding a photo I want to take. As a man I do not want to come across overly voyeuristic. I've tried to break that pressure by asking my friends to pose for photos when out. I want to branch my portfolio from static buildings haha but I love the way you went about your method of street photography here!
I always have a mixed feeling about street photography. If you ask before the shot, the moment is then not natural any more, then Mark Cohen´s word come cross my mind, "it is art" I guess XD
The asking consent question is an important one; thanks for bringing it up. I have mixed and evolving feelings on it. I've definitely in the past gone down the try-to-be-unnoticed route, but more recently I've increasingly taken to asking for consent -- or, sometimes, not shooting. Not sure I've figured it out well enough to really say much more, except that I value that you asked the question of your viewers -- and the consent of many of your subjects.
Thanks for your comment, I appreciate it a lot! It's really interesting to hear about other peoples' experiences. For me it really depends on the context. If I feel like the situation feels right to shoot unnoticed, I will. But in more vulnerable situations I will rather get the consent and ask than appear disrespectful.
Nice one! this would have been fun to shoot! I wish I had more time in Berlin, I'm definitely planning another trip again there maybe next year! Loved watching this, thanks for sharing! I'm going to release my Berlin street photography vlog soon too, I tested out the Lomography Berlin B&W 400 35mm film.
Thanks for your comment, I appreciate it! :) The image quality has nothing to do with the camera body itself. The M6 works more like a light box (with great user experience!) but the lens in combination with the film is usually responsible for the overall look :)
Looks like an amazing atmosphere and a street photographers dream. I miss events like that here in the UK, hope they come back soon, but with Autumn here and slowly getting colder, I imagine it might not be until next year now. Would like to see more of the Xpan in your street photography videos, they look so mesmerising to look at and look at all of the details and interactions between people in such a large frame.
I hope I can bring the XPAN on more street strolls like this one - it's a challenging yet super fun format for street. :) Fingers crossed that you will get some more street photography opportunities in the near future!
Those shots came out amazing ! I love your perspective on asking people or not. I don't take that much street photos, but I mostly ask people beforehand. Sometimes not. I guess it depends on the situation and if you made eye contact 1st with the person. If I can be sneaky, I won't ask. I'm not 100% set on this :)
Even though I dont usually shoot street, I enjoy the photos!! always curious and liked the image from xpan! Also, miss the crowded place (sydney is still in lockdown..)
I have to admit that I have never been to those places besides living in Germany. Maybe I should check them out as well haha. What interests you about them?
Damn, liebe das Video. Hab deinen Kanal gerade erst gefunden und komm selber aus berlin, war auch bei christopher street day 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈, und liebe photography. Der Algorithmus funktioniert wohl
Awesome video! I really want to go to Berlin. As to your question about permission I'd say it depends. If I'm shooting with my TLR it is easy to be sneaky since everything is reversed at waist level. With a "regular" camera I sometimes ask permission since it is so obvious I am taking a picture.
Thank you, Edward! Oh true, a TLR is probably the perfect tool to take pictures without being noticed. And as you say, other than that I also think it makes sense to make that decision based upon the situation.
It depends I think, If what I aim is the candid, I won't ask but if I want a portrait of the subject/person, I would ask directly to get a nice portrait.
I'm a trans woman and before I came out (I was around 15), I did attend a Pride event and had my photo taken without my consent. I understand street photography, but it was terrifying to have happen. Since it was my first event, it was also my first time wearing a dress in public. As you can imagine, I felt incredibly anxious and vulnerable, and yet I had to chase down that photographer and ask them to delete it. That would be impossible if it were a film camera, meaning I'd have to trust a total stranger to remember not to use that image anywhere. I do my own street photography nowadays and do take photos at a distance or from the hip, but I'd never take a single image at an event where people are vulnerable without their consent, even if that means I don't take any Either way, I still love your videos, but asking consent at Pride, protests, or any gathering of people that might get backlash from family or workplaces for being there I feel is an absolute must
I do not see any hypocrisy at all, she was simply telling about her own experiences and her own approach, which I absolutely respect. Therefore @Peyton: Thanks for sharing! I am sorry to hear that your first pride experience was connected to fear and uncertainty because of that photo. And I also agree with some of the point of your opinion on this topic, it simply is different taking street images on an event like the pride in comparison to the regular streets since we don't know how "safe" it is for some of the people to be there and be photographed. Some people might not be out yet or be from countries where there is still a penalty on homo- or transsexuality. Therefore, I absolutely respect your opinion and think that this is also what motivated me to ask for consent so many times.
It's hypocrisy by default, actually. She can feel vulnerable and not wanting to be photographed, though. Not saying that she can't or anything like that. I do see where you are coming from; I simply don't agree. I'm all for equal rights too.
As a member of the lgbtq+ community, Ive never liked being so bold and brass about it. To me its nothing else but just a thing. Its not a personality trait, nor something to be shunned or praised. But as long as everyones happy its all good.
Your point of view is totally valid and it's more than okay to not be bold and brass about it! I respect that! :) Me, as a member of the LGBTQ+ community as well do the same in my everybody life - however, every now and then I like to visit events like the pride in order to signify that we still don't have all the rights cis-straight people have. There is always more work to do to fight for more equality and pride events can be a tiny little way to do so
To answer your question, I'd have to know the reason or ultimate use of the photos. If you are just going to pack them away, use them commercially, or to put in a RUclips video (quasi commercial). If the reason for the. photos are for video exposure, I'd ask permission, particularly if the subjects are watching you and seem concerned.
Actually the XPAN was a little bit more fun this time - but maybe it was because I used it for street photography for the first time. However, I felt more insecure about how my shots would turn out
@@KarinMajoka Almost exactly the same thing eduardo pavez goye says whenever he has used his xpan. :D Unsure until he has seen the results. every xpan image is a little wow factor. :D
Well, it's all about equal rights and everything. So I wouldn't see a reason to threat people on this public event different than random people in any other street ;)
I understand both points. I also agree that people should not be treated differently! But on the other hand there might be people attending pride who are not out to their families yet or come from a country where homosexuality is still punished and therefore do not want to have their photo on this event taken. So I think we have to take that into account as well, since having a photo taken on an event like that might not be as "safe" for everybody as having their photo taken on the regular street.
Thanks for sharing! :) I think it's also because I want the people to feel safe, which is why asking feels more respectful for me at such an event as the pride.
AAh no, one week before the pride I was in Berlin!! To bad I missed it. I'm also mostly shooting unnoticeable, but at these kind of events or special day's I'm always asking for permission. It keeps the fibes much better, and most of the times they like to be photographed.
If I'm Far Enough Away To Not Disturb A Moment, I Just Take The Photo However, If I'm Close Enough, I Ask For The Photo It's Part Of The Gig With Journalistic Style Photography We Have To Document What The World Was Like During This Time At Its Most Authentic
More street photographers should ask for permission, I think. It’s more respectful and also builds a relationship, which shows in your pictures. Great work as always!
Thanks so much, I appreciate it! :) I think there are some candid moments that would not be possible when interacting with the subject, so I think it really depends on the situation. But when it comes to street portraits, I totally agree!
You mean *unlike me, because I support LGBTQ+. It’s about equality - I have no idea where the thought about it causing confusion comes from. Nonetheless thanks for your words about my photography.
@@KarinMajoka ok i see I respect your opinion about it but think about it if a child with LGBT and who will be his father or mother in his registration (birth certificate) ? In school? In marriage? In Health insurance, death certificate, etc. there's so many conflicts if both men are into marriage life or vice-versa both women also. Even if the human law permits it, it will be conflicts I hope you get my point or explanation here because that's also the problem in Japan or other countries the law said it is man and woman gender not same sex. The role of gender of being mother and father to that child in family. But still nice street photography i like the colors like how you look at it and how you take the pictures 🙏👍😁💯📸
@@junichinomura4810 That's interesting, because you are pointing towards a very important issue, that the LGBTQ+ community is actually fighting for: equal rights for queer families, also in front of the law. It is still complicated or even forbidden in some countries to marry somebody of the same sex, to adopt children together, or even to visit their partner in the hospital etc. - but this is a social issue that needs to be changed and not the fault of queer people. You seem like somebody who maybe did not have a lot of encounters with people from the LGBTQ+ community so I do not blame you at all and appreciate that you are open for conversations. :) Maybe to make it a bit more understandable: imagine that you are not able to marry the person that you love just because of their gender. It is love and love is one of the most beautiful things in the world - and as long as it is consensual I do not see any reason why love should be illegal or forbidden. In your comments between the lines I also read some concern about the upbringing of children in rainbow families. I work as a psychologist and read psychological research on a daily basis. I can assure you that so far there is not a single paper showing that growing up in a family with two mothers or two fathers has a negative impact on the child, in fact it's just the opposite. If you are interested in learning some more about this topic, just hit me up and I can provide you with some reliable scientific sources.
@@KarinMajoka I'm open to it but even in scientific explanation the gender genes Typically, biologically male individuals have one X and one Y chromosome (XY) while those who are biologically female have two X chromosomes. That being said man is being man, and woman is being woman, You can't mixed up the two to create something new it is not a human being anymore and even you check that gay or lesbian scientifically the result is man and woman. Science, Religion, Law,,etc. speaks that there's a conflicts not the social or people's interests, likes,, or how you understand it. It is already there when you are born beforehand you can't choose what gender you will be or ask by your parent if you like to be boy or girl or in between, because it is already destined before you will be born by God or Creator if I sound like a some kind of religion person. Or universe or fate. I hope you get it and I understand what you like to point out to me but it is difficult that's why government or many people still don't accept it and even in history there in Europe theologians and philosopher said if you don't accept who you are and what you are (it is the gender and the whole being of you) then you definitely denying your existence. The big difficulty is the Natural law. Even Plato in his writing In the Laws, Plato applies the idea of a fixed, natural law to sex, and takes a much harsher line than he does in the Symposium or the Phraedrus. In Book One he writes about how opposite-sex sex acts cause pleasure by nature, while same-sex sexuality is “unnatural” (636c). Aristotle law of non-contractors etc. And also about your issue of social something. For this is the best explanation. Social Justice Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society Equity the quality of being fair and impartial Equality the status of being equal, especially in status, rights or opportunities. Now that's explanation, rights and opportunities are for both man and women because that time it is established is there's no law against or law that defend a gays or lesbians. I hope you understand what I'm trying to say it's long hope you read and understand it well thanks and I will wait for your next street photography video 👍😁💯📸
@@junichinomura4810 Oh boy, where shall I start. To be honest I have a very hard time understanding what you are trying to say, so I might have also misunderstood some things. First of all: I think you are mixing up sexual identity (e.g. being heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, etc.) with gender identity (e.g. beging a cis or a trans person). If you are not very familiar with these terms I understand why it can be challenging to distinguish, but maybe some research about the different concepts of gender and sexuality might help you out to understand it better. Referring to old texts by philosophers is pretty risky territory if you ask me. Some centuries ago women were "worth less" than men or black people were held as slaves - and I hope we agree that both is simply untrue and unequal due to today's standards. So quoting a text referring to homosexuality from those times does not make sense at all. Honestly, I do not want to go further into the the discussion, all I am saying is that homosexuality and other forms of consensual sexual identity just as well as transsexuality is absolutely normal and should be normalised by society and law. And if you think otherwise: check your sources. Scientific literature is more reliable and valid than 3000 year old outdated texts. I hope I do not sound too harsh and I hope you understand my point, I just do not want to leave room for any form of the slightest homo- or transphobia on my channel, which is why it is an important issue for me to spread knowledge about this topic. Regarding my photography I appreciate your kind words though.
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Wooow that photograph at 08:35 of the guy with the huuuge rainbowflag is amazing!😵💪🏼
Lovely video Karin!🤗
Thanks Teo, I appreciate it! :)
Super good images, love the Leica M6 and XPAN shots!
Thanks you Elmar ☺️
I don't really do street photography, but my first career was journalism, so I have mixed feelings on these things. I think people have a right to their likeness and security in many ways, but also that we have a delusion of extreme privacy? And needlessly so. So I'm all over the place, but I would have to say it depends majorly on the situation for sure. That might even be a shot-by-shot analysis. Love the photos! Thank you for sharing.
I think your comment sums it up nicely, I have mixed feeling about it as well. Most of the times I like to catch "raw" moments as they are, because I think capturing them is a form of art. But that also means in some regards stepping into somebodies privacy area. So I think we have to carefully weight out if it's the price we want to pay. And thanks for the support, Jamie. :)
This reminds me of a Daniel Armold quote on answering the question why he doesn't ask for permission: "It ruins the picture." "Because then they start thinking. They start lying." "I think the implication is just that they don't expect to be watched. Which, in public, is an unreasonable expectation."
I almost never do street photography because of the reasons you mention and also because I'm maybe just not the type to do it ...
But I think a pride event like in this video is the PERFECT moment to do street photos ... I mean, this is not your regular situation where some stressed people rush to their underground in the rain. I'd think many of these folks visit such an event to enjoy themselves, their friends, the atmosphere, and also to be seen! And whenever Karin approaches any of the persons shown in this video, it seems they all also like and enjoy to be photographed ... so I really enjoyed watching this video !!
Great video and some amazing shots! So colourful!
Thank you, Phil! :)
what a lovely video 🤩 thank you for sharing! also I think I'm similar in that if I feel like the photo is focusing on a person or group vs the entire scene I'm more likely to ask if they are comfy with me taking that photo. but I think at events like this it makes sense to lean into that even more since acceptance is such an important aspect of the celebration ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍
Would love to try shooting street on a xpan! Super chill vibes in this one 👌🏻
It's super challenging, yet a lot of fun - I am sure you would enjoy it! Thank you, Ivan. :)
I prefer to stay unnoticed for candid street shots/portraits and I consider this to be my strength when it comes to do street photography. I am never good taking posed photo/portrait, and the other big reason that I prefer candids because then I get to capture real expression of a person and not a posed one.
But lately, I have been trying to interact the people on streets before or after taking their pictures. I am trying to merge the two as one, that I somehow get to capture real emotion and that the other person get to see it too.
I Shot Braunschweig pride on a praktica and my digital camera. That was fun.
My favorite street photography video yet. You captured so many amazing photos in this one! The ultrawide lens was so fun for this too.
The ultra wide is a lot of fun to shoot indeed! Thanks for your comment :)
you got right in the middle of it and the whole atmosphere looked great to photo. Thanks sharing the journey ! loved the photo at 3,32 with the guy just taking it all in and the chaos just all around him.
Great street photography. You have a keen eye. And your videography as well is looking better and better.
Thank you! :)
Great photos! A nice mix of candid slice-of-life (and wide slices) along with casual posed shots, both approaches resulting in appropriate captures. The fan, flag and sunglasses helped to make unique moments. I am impressed with the X-Pan results, but a spread-out event in the street really is an ideal application.
Thanks so much for your comment, I appreciate it a lot! I need some more practise with the XPAN on the streets, since this was the first occasion where I used it for street photography. But it surely has a lot of potential. :)
Wieder einmal sehr schön. Mach doch mal Fotos bei ner Rabennacht im Hyde Park in Osnabrück. Ich glaube, am 8.10. ist die nächste.
Danke :) Die Veranstaltung sagt mir nichts, aber ich frage mal Mr. Google, danke für den Tipp!
@@KarinMajoka Gerne! Ist im Prinzip eine große Gothic Party.
@@captainbackflash Klingt spannend, danke! :)
Splendid video Karin! The photos both from the M6 and the XPAN were so beautiful. I usually try to stay discreet on the streets but often when I get involved in any confrontation and ask for consent it turns out to be a nice experience. Keep up the great work! ♥
Same here, I only had one or two uncomfortable conflicts on the streets so far, most of the time it ended up in interesting conversations and nice chats. Thanks for your comment Rashik! :)
Wow, those Kodak Gold colors are popping. Amazing content and great to see wonderful people back in the streets for events. Time to shoot now people. Let’s go!!
Thanks for your comment 🤍
I think you covered this very respectfully and made yourself known when the situation called for it.
Thanks for your feedback, I appreciate it!
People from Berlin are beautiful.
Great video Karin :)
I think I recognised a few images you’d previously posted on your Insta account (e.g. man with the ballon ‘crown’, the deflated Kitty ballon and the group of ladies one of whom was using walking sticks).
Thank you, Kevin! :) Yes, good memory, I shared some of them already.
I love watching other people street photography POV. It's amazing how different people see the world. What a nice video
Same, I love seeing other peoples' POVs as well, it's so interesting to see how people move and interact on the streets. Thanks for your comment. :)
Another great video, Karin. I do look forward to them! I'm more of the unobtrusive type of street photographer, but I agree that at "events" like this one, I'm more likely to ask, as many people are obviously performing and a part of a larger event. Keep these coming - you're well over 10,000 subscribers now, so you must be doing something right! Andy
Thanks for sharing your approach Andy! I am currently editing some more videos, also some more street photography related content - can't wait to bring them out. :)
So many familiar locations! I miss Berlin! I plan to be back for 6 months in 2022. Danke für deine schönen Fotos von schönen Menschen bei einer schönen Veranstaltung!
Danke für die tollen Worte ♥️ That's awesome, Berlin must be a wonderful place to live in! :)
Ok, loading film into an M6 looks like a dream!!! I might have to trade in my M3 LOL. Nice pictures too btw.
The "quick loading" system of the M6 is real haha. Thanks for your comment! :)
As a general rule for street and event photos, I ask permission to take photos. A little conversation before shooting puts the subjects at ease and their facial expressions are more genuine and friendly. This way I get some personality in the photos, rather than shooting posed statues. I see-in your subjects they show a connection to you. As always, I enjoy seeing your work. Thanks.
Asking for permission is also a good idea for legal reasons, particularly in Europe.
Interesting approach, thanks for your comment! When it comes to street portraits I also think that talking to the people and building a connection helps to improve the images. However, when trying to catch candid moments instead of portraits the question can be a bit more tricky. Thanks for the support, keep on shooting! :)
@@KarinMajoka I forgot a couple things I wanted to say. If the lighting is strong, I will underexpose a little. If light is not strong, I will overexpose. Of course the film stock may change this. Concerning candids, after taking a street portrait(s), I ask if candids are OK if I see them walking about later. Refusals are rare. :)
the Xpan shots are awesome! something about the wide aspect ratio gets me every single time!
Thank you, Jay! :) I same here, every time I shoot with it I feel like a terrible photographer, but most of the times the XPAN shots surprise me in the end.
Great video, very dynamic interesting photos! I also like doing street photography at events like this. I think it’s always easier because everyone around you takes photos as well. It’s expected, so people don’t mind being photographed.
Thanks for your comments and for sharing your experiences, I appreciate it! And: very cool username :)
Great work,thanks for share,keep going.
Thank you, I appreciate it. :)
I like very candid shots , sometimes I take 2 images after asking permission & will use the 2d image if a person poses, still other times I do it unnoticed if I can , but in my option U can never B invisible . think U got some images of everyday people enjoying themselves, sometimes hard to do in these times .
Thanks for sharing your approach! :) I think it's very hard to be invisible, but depending on the shooting technique and the crowdedness of the place it can sometimes be possible.
I always feel so scared asking to take a random persons photo or even having someone surrounding a photo I want to take. As a man I do not want to come across overly voyeuristic. I've tried to break that pressure by asking my friends to pose for photos when out. I want to branch my portfolio from static buildings haha but I love the way you went about your method of street photography here!
I always have a mixed feeling about street photography. If you ask before the shot, the moment is then not natural any more, then Mark Cohen´s word come cross my mind, "it is art" I guess XD
Yes, by asking you "destroy" a candid moment that has been there - but by asking you also create a new moment you have with the person. :)
The asking consent question is an important one; thanks for bringing it up. I have mixed and evolving feelings on it. I've definitely in the past gone down the try-to-be-unnoticed route, but more recently I've increasingly taken to asking for consent -- or, sometimes, not shooting. Not sure I've figured it out well enough to really say much more, except that I value that you asked the question of your viewers -- and the consent of many of your subjects.
Thanks for your comment, I appreciate it a lot! It's really interesting to hear about other peoples' experiences. For me it really depends on the context. If I feel like the situation feels right to shoot unnoticed, I will. But in more vulnerable situations I will rather get the consent and ask than appear disrespectful.
@@KarinMajoka Genau. :)
Und auch Gerne. :)
Nice one! this would have been fun to shoot! I wish I had more time in Berlin, I'm definitely planning another trip again there maybe next year!
Loved watching this, thanks for sharing!
I'm going to release my Berlin street photography vlog soon too,
I tested out the Lomography Berlin B&W 400 35mm film.
Thanks for your comment!
Would be interested to hear your thoughts on the 15mm Voigtlander if ever you were considering putting out a review
Interesting video idea indeed! I shot a lot on the 15mm recently, so I will consider making a video about it. Thanks! :)
Your photos look so sharp, well metered and great developed, it astonishes me!
Would you say that's due to the Leica M6 and it's lens?
Thanks for your comment, I appreciate it! :) The image quality has nothing to do with the camera body itself. The M6 works more like a light box (with great user experience!) but the lens in combination with the film is usually responsible for the overall look :)
@@KarinMajoka Thanks for the explanation! Did you shoot with a Leica lens or a Voigtländer?
@@nick-w Voigtländer Nokton 35mm F1.4 :)
When you have an Xpan, why would someone use any other camera, including an M6??!!! Great video, btw.
Richtig gutes Video!
Vielen Dank ⚡️
Looks like an amazing atmosphere and a street photographers dream. I miss events like that here in the UK, hope they come back soon, but with Autumn here and slowly getting colder, I imagine it might not be until next year now. Would like to see more of the Xpan in your street photography videos, they look so mesmerising to look at and look at all of the details and interactions between people in such a large frame.
I hope I can bring the XPAN on more street strolls like this one - it's a challenging yet super fun format for street. :) Fingers crossed that you will get some more street photography opportunities in the near future!
Those shots came out amazing ! I love your perspective on asking people or not. I don't take that much street photos, but I mostly ask people beforehand. Sometimes not. I guess it depends on the situation and if you made eye contact 1st with the person. If I can be sneaky, I won't ask. I'm not 100% set on this :)
It's absolutely okay to experiment and see what works in which situation. Thanks for sharing your approach and thanks for your kind words! :)
Even though I dont usually shoot street, I enjoy the photos!! always curious and liked the image from xpan! Also, miss the crowded place (sydney is still in lockdown..)
Thank you, I appreciate it :) Honestly, it was very strange to be in such a crowd of people again.
@@KarinMajoka One more week to go for sydney to get bit more freedom!! I can shoot more content !!!
Do you scan your negatives or are they done at a lab?
Germany is one of those places I’d always wanted to go to, specifically some of the smaller places like Rothenburg and Monschau.
I have to admit that I have never been to those places besides living in Germany. Maybe I should check them out as well haha. What interests you about them?
... actually Rothenburg is a "tourist trap"... check out Nördingen or Dinkelsbühl ;-)
That deflated hello kitty pic is the best.
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Greetings from Sunny California Karin!! Great way to start my Sunday.
Greeting back from rainy, dark Germany haha. Thanks, have a great Sunday! :)
@@KarinMajoka Wish I was there :D
Damn, liebe das Video. Hab deinen Kanal gerade erst gefunden und komm selber aus berlin, war auch bei christopher street day 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈, und liebe photography. Der Algorithmus funktioniert wohl
Ach wie cool, dass du auch da warst! :) Danke fürs vorbei schauen ✌🏼
Awesome video! I really want to go to Berlin. As to your question about permission I'd say it depends. If I'm shooting with my TLR it is easy to be sneaky since everything is reversed at waist level. With a "regular" camera I sometimes ask permission since it is so obvious I am taking a picture.
Thank you, Edward! Oh true, a TLR is probably the perfect tool to take pictures without being noticed. And as you say, other than that I also think it makes sense to make that decision based upon the situation.
Karin which voigtlander are you using?
In this video I shot with the Voigtländer Nokton 35mm and the Voigtländer 15mm Ultra Wide Heliar.
It depends I think, If what I aim is the candid, I won't ask but if I want a portrait of the subject/person, I would ask directly to get a nice portrait.
Thanks for sharing your approach! :)
I think it’s much easier for a female photographer to do this type of event than a male photographer, or am I wrong?
It would be an interesting discussion to have for sure!
Wonder why it happens that the best shots happen at the beginning of the day.
So good to see a busy and vibrant Berlin. #BravoBerlin #BravoKarin
Thanks so much, I appreciate it. :)
2:56 Ramen + Berlin = Monsieur Vuong!
Thanks! Now I know where I will be going when in Berlin next time... :D
I'm a trans woman and before I came out (I was around 15), I did attend a Pride event and had my photo taken without my consent. I understand street photography, but it was terrifying to have happen. Since it was my first event, it was also my first time wearing a dress in public. As you can imagine, I felt incredibly anxious and vulnerable, and yet I had to chase down that photographer and ask them to delete it. That would be impossible if it were a film camera, meaning I'd have to trust a total stranger to remember not to use that image anywhere.
I do my own street photography nowadays and do take photos at a distance or from the hip, but I'd never take a single image at an event where people are vulnerable without their consent, even if that means I don't take any
Either way, I still love your videos, but asking consent at Pride, protests, or any gathering of people that might get backlash from family or workplaces for being there I feel is an absolute must
I'm sorry, but do you see the hypocrisy? Who determines when someone is vulnerable?
I do not see any hypocrisy at all, she was simply telling about her own experiences and her own approach, which I absolutely respect. Therefore @Peyton: Thanks for sharing! I am sorry to hear that your first pride experience was connected to fear and uncertainty because of that photo. And I also agree with some of the point of your opinion on this topic, it simply is different taking street images on an event like the pride in comparison to the regular streets since we don't know how "safe" it is for some of the people to be there and be photographed. Some people might not be out yet or be from countries where there is still a penalty on homo- or transsexuality. Therefore, I absolutely respect your opinion and think that this is also what motivated me to ask for consent so many times.
It's hypocrisy by default, actually. She can feel vulnerable and not wanting to be photographed, though. Not saying that she can't or anything like that.
I do see where you are coming from; I simply don't agree. I'm all for equal rights too.
As a member of the lgbtq+ community, Ive never liked being so bold and brass about it. To me its nothing else but just a thing. Its not a personality trait, nor something to be shunned or praised. But as long as everyones happy its all good.
Your point of view is totally valid and it's more than okay to not be bold and brass about it! I respect that! :) Me, as a member of the LGBTQ+ community as well do the same in my everybody life - however, every now and then I like to visit events like the pride in order to signify that we still don't have all the rights cis-straight people have. There is always more work to do to fight for more equality and pride events can be a tiny little way to do so
To answer your question, I'd have to know the reason or ultimate use of the photos. If you are just going to pack them away, use them commercially, or to put in a RUclips video (quasi commercial). If the reason for the. photos are for video exposure, I'd ask permission, particularly if the subjects are watching you and seem concerned.
Thanks for sharing your approach!
Sunday Leica M6 Kodak Gold POV Squad :D Such a cool and casual event and really great pictures! What did you enjoy more? M6 or Xpan?
Actually the XPAN was a little bit more fun this time - but maybe it was because I used it for street photography for the first time. However, I felt more insecure about how my shots would turn out
@@KarinMajoka Almost exactly the same thing eduardo pavez goye says whenever he has used his xpan. :D Unsure until he has seen the results. every xpan image is a little wow factor. :D
Thanks for your take on this Karin. I feel like especially the Pride is an event where you should ask people for consent :)
Well, it's all about equal rights and everything. So I wouldn't see a reason to threat people on this public event different than random people in any other street ;)
I understand both points. I also agree that people should not be treated differently! But on the other hand there might be people attending pride who are not out to their families yet or come from a country where homosexuality is still punished and therefore do not want to have their photo on this event taken. So I think we have to take that into account as well, since having a photo taken on an event like that might not be as "safe" for everybody as having their photo taken on the regular street.
Same for me at pride 2021 in Milan, I've almost always ask the permission to take pictures
Thanks for sharing! :) I think it's also because I want the people to feel safe, which is why asking feels more respectful for me at such an event as the pride.
@@KarinMajoka totally agree, nice job 👍🏻
02:41 hey! Der kickt einfach das andere Bike :)
Woah, das war mir gar nicht aufgefallen, du hast Recht 😱
The C200 Shots Are Amazing ..
Thanks! I don't shoot C200 as often, so I was also pretty surprised by the colours. :)
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You wouldnt need to spot me like you spotted the leica, you can hear my mirror steel shutter clunk miles away!
Hahahaha, I could not help but laugh, thanks for the funny comment! Hope you had fun shooting at Braunschweig pride. :)
Well done.
AAh no, one week before the pride I was in Berlin!! To bad I missed it. I'm also mostly shooting unnoticeable, but at these kind of events or special day's I'm always asking for permission. It keeps the fibes much better, and most of the times they like to be photographed.
Oh snap - hopefully you will be able to attend another time then! :) And yes, I totally agree on your approach and I keep it that way myself as well
Like the shot at 04:40.
Kodak Gold just warm magic )
Especially overexposed, the Kodak Gold colour really shine! :)
New Tattoooooo!
Yes! ♥️ (I tried to edit out the parts where it's too obvious, but it was not possible haha)
Congratulation Karin.
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Yeah, good to see some 15mm action again 😃
Thanks! It's such a fun focal length. :)
If I'm Far Enough Away To Not Disturb A Moment, I Just Take The Photo
However, If I'm Close Enough, I Ask For The Photo
It's Part Of The Gig With Journalistic Style Photography
We Have To Document What The World Was Like During This Time
At Its Most Authentic
I love your username haha. Thanks for sharing your approach! :)
@@KarinMajoka Haha It Takes Some Time For People To Catch The Play On Words
I've Had This Artist Name Since Highschool
Nice shots.
Thanks for your comments, I appreciate it! :)
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Forgot to say that being a woman, while asking to take fotos, is a huge advantage...
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why are there people who go barefoot?
So that I can take pictures of barefoot people
More street photographers should ask for permission, I think. It’s more respectful and also builds a relationship, which shows in your pictures. Great work as always!
Thanks so much, I appreciate it! :) I think there are some candid moments that would not be possible when interacting with the subject, so I think it really depends on the situation. But when it comes to street portraits, I totally agree!
The problem with asking is that people start posing. That spontaneity of a shot like the woman picking her nose would have been lost...
That's true, you have to choose if you want to have a pure, candid moment or a posed, yet consensual portrait.
I prefer OTHER kinds of spontaneity, myself. Was wondering if there would be a comment.
M6 is so easy to load...
Absolutely - and it's also super fast! :)
Wenn ich richtig verstanden habe, hat der typ nach dein Alter gefragt ? 🤣
That 15mm 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
It's a crazy challenging focal length but so much fun at the same time :)
You're shots are awesome but like you I don't support LGBT it is only makes confusion but other than that it is nice street photography 👍😁
You mean *unlike me, because I support LGBTQ+. It’s about equality - I have no idea where the thought about it causing confusion comes from. Nonetheless thanks for your words about my photography.
@@KarinMajoka ok i see I respect your opinion about it but think about it if a child with LGBT and who will be his father or mother in his registration (birth certificate) ? In school? In marriage? In Health insurance, death certificate, etc. there's so many conflicts if both men are into marriage life or vice-versa both women also. Even if the human law permits it, it will be conflicts I hope you get my point or explanation here because that's also the problem in Japan or other countries the law said it is man and woman gender not same sex. The role of gender of being mother and father to that child in family. But still nice street photography i like the colors like how you look at it and how you take the pictures 🙏👍😁💯📸
@@junichinomura4810 That's interesting, because you are pointing towards a very important issue, that the LGBTQ+ community is actually fighting for: equal rights for queer families, also in front of the law. It is still complicated or even forbidden in some countries to marry somebody of the same sex, to adopt children together, or even to visit their partner in the hospital etc. - but this is a social issue that needs to be changed and not the fault of queer people. You seem like somebody who maybe did not have a lot of encounters with people from the LGBTQ+ community so I do not blame you at all and appreciate that you are open for conversations. :) Maybe to make it a bit more understandable: imagine that you are not able to marry the person that you love just because of their gender. It is love and love is one of the most beautiful things in the world - and as long as it is consensual I do not see any reason why love should be illegal or forbidden. In your comments between the lines I also read some concern about the upbringing of children in rainbow families. I work as a psychologist and read psychological research on a daily basis. I can assure you that so far there is not a single paper showing that growing up in a family with two mothers or two fathers has a negative impact on the child, in fact it's just the opposite. If you are interested in learning some more about this topic, just hit me up and I can provide you with some reliable scientific sources.
@@KarinMajoka I'm open to it but even in scientific explanation the gender genes Typically, biologically male individuals have one X and one Y chromosome (XY) while those who are biologically female have two X chromosomes. That being said man is being man, and woman is being woman, You can't mixed up the two to create something new it is not a human being anymore and even you check that gay or lesbian scientifically the result is man and woman. Science, Religion, Law,,etc. speaks that there's a conflicts not the social or people's interests, likes,, or how you understand it. It is already there when you are born beforehand you can't choose what gender you will be or ask by your parent if you like to be boy or girl or in between, because it is already destined before you will be born by God or Creator if I sound like a some kind of religion person. Or universe or fate. I hope you get it and I understand what you like to point out to me but it is difficult that's why government or many people still don't accept it and even in history there in Europe theologians and philosopher said if you don't accept who you are and what you are (it is the gender and the whole being of you) then you definitely denying your existence. The big difficulty is the Natural law. Even Plato in his writing In the Laws, Plato applies the idea of a fixed, natural law to sex, and takes a much harsher line than he does in the Symposium or the Phraedrus. In Book One he writes about how opposite-sex sex acts cause pleasure by nature, while same-sex sexuality is “unnatural” (636c). Aristotle law of non-contractors etc. And also about your issue of social something. For this is the best explanation.
Social Justice Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society
Equity the quality of being fair and impartial
Equality the status of being equal, especially in status, rights or opportunities.
Now that's explanation, rights and opportunities are for both man and women because that time it is established is there's no law against or law that defend a gays or lesbians. I hope you understand what I'm trying to say it's long hope you read and understand it well thanks and I will wait for your next street photography video 👍😁💯📸
@@junichinomura4810 Oh boy, where shall I start. To be honest I have a very hard time understanding what you are trying to say, so I might have also misunderstood some things. First of all: I think you are mixing up sexual identity (e.g. being heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, etc.) with gender identity (e.g. beging a cis or a trans person). If you are not very familiar with these terms I understand why it can be challenging to distinguish, but maybe some research about the different concepts of gender and sexuality might help you out to understand it better. Referring to old texts by philosophers is pretty risky territory if you ask me. Some centuries ago women were "worth less" than men or black people were held as slaves - and I hope we agree that both is simply untrue and unequal due to today's standards. So quoting a text referring to homosexuality from those times does not make sense at all. Honestly, I do not want to go further into the the discussion, all I am saying is that homosexuality and other forms of consensual sexual identity just as well as transsexuality is absolutely normal and should be normalised by society and law. And if you think otherwise: check your sources. Scientific literature is more reliable and valid than 3000 year old outdated texts. I hope I do not sound too harsh and I hope you understand my point, I just do not want to leave room for any form of the slightest homo- or transphobia on my channel, which is why it is an important issue for me to spread knowledge about this topic. Regarding my photography I appreciate your kind words though.
Yikes!
Like the shot at 04:53.