Making Candid Portraits in Street Photography (feat. Dawn Eagleton)

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  • Опубликовано: 4 фев 2025

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  • @Swampberry
    @Swampberry 2 года назад +69

    Found this a little more emotional than anticipated, both thanks to your editing, with Dawn’s beautiful shots and encouragement about photography helping connect with others. I’m going out with my camera for the first time tomorrow! Thank you both for the inspiration

    • @artivism4068
      @artivism4068 2 года назад

      Thats amazing. Where in the world r u shooting?

    • @damianturner7710
      @damianturner7710 Год назад +1

      How’d it go?!

    • @zacklarez
      @zacklarez Год назад +1

      been 7 months. how is your photography doing?

  • @Indrakusuma_a
    @Indrakusuma_a 2 года назад +17

    Candid is the reason I get into street photography. Been doing it for years since high school with my phone, long before I got my own camera. Capturing people in their natural state, mostly without being known being photographed, is the most rewarding satisfaction for me.

    • @h00k57
      @h00k57 Месяц назад

      Same, it's taken me awhile to embrace this as my favorite style. But it also is exhilarating photographing on the street

  • @sellingcastlerock1329
    @sellingcastlerock1329 5 месяцев назад +1

    Great interview. This was so inspiring!

  • @alexlee3227
    @alexlee3227 Год назад +6

    1:49 minutes into this video, at the start of Dawn's story (I've paused the video to make this comment before continuing) I suddenly recognise: a tree on a lawn, in front of an old building with a long, low wall separating foreground and background. I've sat under that tree. I've walked here countless times. This is my hometown, Exeter! I've not lived there for at least 20 years and haven't been back more than two or three times but some places stay in your memory. I'm in China now and it's lovely to see a place so dear to my heart in one of Sean's videos. A beautiful surprise and a reminder of who I am and where I'm from. I'll continue to watch the video now, and look forward to hopefully seeing some more shots of Exeter. I love your videos Sean, every second of every video has meaning.

    • @seantuck
      @seantuck  Год назад

      Glad I could show you a little bit of home:)

  • @daryljohnson9010
    @daryljohnson9010 2 года назад +10

    Highest compliments Sean for sharing Dawn’s story and images. Lovely, just lovely.

  • @fflecx5187
    @fflecx5187 2 года назад +4

    That sudden realization that every person has whole life story behind them. Her pictures capture exactly that.

  • @ShirazChanawala
    @ShirazChanawala Год назад

    Dawn is an amazing story teller. Her photos are very very good and her use of the light is immaculate.

  • @chrisclarke3443
    @chrisclarke3443 2 года назад +10

    Nice work Dawn. It’s always encouraging to hear of others doing similar things . Its nothing to do with being a guy or a gal but all to do with stepping out of comfort zones and having empathy with the person who has just discovered they are being photographed . As a tall guy - i always make sure that I always do a smiley laugh afterwards as if saying - “ caught me “ and then offer them payment in the form of a copy of the image. Most want to know what you will do with the image. Look like a person first and a photographer second .

  • @RolandKaufmann
    @RolandKaufmann 2 года назад +17

    Some absolutely stunning portraits! I am a street photographer as well and struggle with the idea of candid street portraits. It’s a very interesting idea, but it asks a lot of random people and makes a lot of assumptions. I much prefer taking portraits only after asking people if they’d like one. If they say no I happily move on. The people I’ve met and photographed is very fulfilling. Knowing that they were willing to be part of the photo makes me feel a lot better about the whole thing.

    • @timskinnercanada
      @timskinnercanada 2 года назад +3

      I concur. For me the best part of portraiture is the opportunity to meet really interesting subjects and hopefully get a relevant shot that reflects who they are in some meaningful way.

    • @RolandKaufmann
      @RolandKaufmann 2 года назад +3

      @@timskinnercanada exactly! Plus everyone gets to leave the interaction knowing what just went on. It makes my day when I show someone their portrait and they laugh with joy ☺️

    • @suisinghoraceho2403
      @suisinghoraceho2403 Год назад +1

      Tried both approaches. I think prior interaction does lead your subject into “acting up”. An alternative is to take a picture, then chat with them, show them the picture and get their consent in using the image.

  • @bobbyjett7047
    @bobbyjett7047 3 месяца назад

    This is brilliant. Dawn is a treasure. I got quite emotional at the end looking at her photos with the soundtrack. They are amazing

  • @Muchtoobizy
    @Muchtoobizy 9 месяцев назад +2

    This is a superb documentary as allowing Dawn to talk without constant questions gave us a real insight into her story and approach. Her photographs are superb and powerful in their ability to capture a moment that combines beauty, sensitivity but also a tension that keeps the photo memorable.
    I am a street photographer too, (male). I’m constantly having to think and rethink my approach and the ethics of it. The problem when photographing people through windows is it’s a safety barrier for the photographer, but a consent barrier for the subject. It’s not easy for them in that brief moment to say “please - I’d rather not be photographed right now”. Then, as the photographer walks off with a little smile or a nod of thanks, the subject is still left wondering why the picture was taken and what is going to happen with their image.
    I’m not saying it’s wrong to do it, just how important it is to always question our approach and make sure we’re putting ourselves in the shoes of our subjects when we are taking candid pictures of people in the streets.

  • @ActualCounterfactual
    @ActualCounterfactual 2 года назад +1

    One of the better interviews I have seen in a long time, addressing all the pertinent questions and techniques in this photography field.
    I love the quality + ambience in her work as well.....

  • @andrewmontague9682
    @andrewmontague9682 2 года назад +3

    She takes some beautiful photos and the historian in me really appreciates how much will be saved by photographers who capture this kind of "honest" portrait in a world obsessed with presenting only what you want people to see.

  • @charleshodge1223
    @charleshodge1223 Год назад

    Three things, she is lovely - so thoughtful and self aware. Secondly you were right about 'story first then images at then end', don't listen otherwise. Her photos are extraordinary, not just one, or even two, but all of them. Master of timing.

  • @freedompanda9438
    @freedompanda9438 Год назад

    Absolutely phenomenal episode. Inspired by Dawn’s work and her love for what she fell into…what a beautiful story. The sensitivity and respect she has for those she photographs is evident. As a man, yes, it could be more difficult in some ways. I just look at us as a challenge. I’ve met some wonderful people with street portrait work.

  • @bnquick74
    @bnquick74 Год назад +1

    She is just awesome. What a great teacher.

  • @andychandler3992
    @andychandler3992 Год назад

    I prefer the format of building a story. I'm new to photography, but the more and more I have been immersed in the community, the more I find that photography is really a case of "eye of the beholder" and its fascinating to see how someone got to a point where they see value in the situation they captured an image of.
    I loved this.

  • @davidjones8070
    @davidjones8070 9 месяцев назад

    What a wonderful attitude she has and her portraits are fantastic. Im developing a love for street photography having explored other types of..there’s just something about making an image in all its spontaneity that draws me in. I really enjoyed this .Thanks.

  • @archer41eh
    @archer41eh 2 года назад +3

    I really like how all of these candid portraits have been framed. Dawn is a talented photographer. Thank you for sharing this story.

  • @millbaybobski1223
    @millbaybobski1223 Год назад +1

    In my opinion . . many interesting looking people have usually spent some time creating their interesting “look” . . and the experience of someone wanting to capture their look in an image is not new to them, and a high percentage simply take the process in stride . . and many appreciate your recognition of their uniqueness. I did event photography for years and this was the most common reaction I got from subjects.

  • @WoodenChickenHead
    @WoodenChickenHead 2 года назад +2

    I think this is right up there with my favourite subgenre of photography. Dawn is incredible.

  • @louiskremser5588
    @louiskremser5588 Год назад

    It is this kind of videos of yours that I love and enjoy the most. The way you are able to portray people and introduce the audience to their stories is simply unique and irreplaceable. Please keep making these videos if you can! Thank you!

  • @hbbmalik.visual
    @hbbmalik.visual 2 года назад +7

    This is really insightful. The documentary/storytelling aspect of this really hits deep. Personally, this pleasantly helps push towards making more photos than finding excuses not to. Thank you 😊

  • @newotto56
    @newotto56 Год назад

    Love your story Dawn and your images are awesome. Thank you, Sean, for introducing her to us. I have since followed her work on and Instagram, and I have been following YOU on RUclips for years, love your format..

  • @combin8
    @combin8 2 года назад

    Well done Dawn, it’s great to hear how you got into this style of photography & I know that many people will take inspiration from this documentary, not just photographers, because you speak from the heart. I’ve always admired how you turn negatives into positives & I’m very proud of you sister. Respect to Sean for great filming & editing as well.

  • @KevinChaires
    @KevinChaires 2 года назад +2

    I loved this episode! Really incredible work from Dawn!
    I agree, the way these are edited to see the photos at the end is more impactful.

  • @retropixer
    @retropixer 2 года назад +3

    This is the reason why I picked up the camera and gotten serious with it - to connect and understand the world, humans in it included. The camera is not a barrier between me and my subject, it’s a conduit.

  • @gregsimmons1709
    @gregsimmons1709 2 года назад +5

    I loved this video, and related strongly on many of Dawn’s points and comments.
    Most of my street photography is in SE Asia, where locals are used to Westerners with cameras and where English is often not spoken. A smile accompanied by a reassuring nod, a thumbs up or a small bow is usually all it takes for that ‘thank you’ connection. Sometimes, depending on their reaction, I feel it might be appropriate to show them the pic. A lot of my stuff is monochrome, which elicits delight in a world of smart phones and computational photography. Often my subjects will pull out their phone to photograph the pic I took of them as it is shown on the LCD of my camera. It’s very novel, and relaxes a potentially tense moment.

  • @taoistpunk
    @taoistpunk 2 года назад +2

    Close to my heart and close to my own body of work here in Philadelphia. Trying to capture and collect candid street portraits has been both incredibly challenging and very rewarding. Thanks for sharing this story Sean.

  • @almostgreen9498
    @almostgreen9498 2 года назад +1

    There’s so much more artistry to these portraits than just the facial expressions. The out of focus backgrounds fit the portrait like a bespoke glove. What I would give to be able to do that.

    • @CharlieHagedorn
      @CharlieHagedorn 2 года назад +1

      We're all playing with the same ground-rules. With enough time and practice, similar technique is available to you, too.

    • @almostgreen9498
      @almostgreen9498 2 года назад +1

      @@CharlieHagedorn Thanks Charlie. Nice of you to believe in me.

    • @artivism4068
      @artivism4068 2 года назад

      I believe in you too. Where can i see your work?

    • @user-pg5rt7ju4f
      @user-pg5rt7ju4f 10 месяцев назад

      @@CharlieHagedorn In the late 60' /early 70's, there was a theoretical physicist named
      Hagedorn (not a common name, to me) who publ. a book on ....... any relations?

  • @ravenrockspaper
    @ravenrockspaper Год назад

    So nice, great attitude, approach-it is a gift to take the image and be there to receive it. Thanks Sean. As ever, an inspiration, yourself.🥰

  • @GeorgeHolden
    @GeorgeHolden 2 года назад +1

    Always loved these interviews and this didn't disappoint

  • @robertnelson3179
    @robertnelson3179 2 года назад +1

    Great story here. I am glad you hold pictures till the end Sean it does help to put the thoughts into context for me.

  • @jenniferwilliams3650
    @jenniferwilliams3650 Год назад +2

    Thanks Sean for featuring Dawn and her wonderful work. Very inspiring. Just followed her on IG.

  • @jimtipton8888
    @jimtipton8888 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful, intelligent and talented! Thanks for sharing Dawn Eagleton and her work Sean!

  • @jevgenijbalezin
    @jevgenijbalezin 2 года назад

    These are my favourite series since day 1. Always incredible to see so many amazing photographers. Much love Sean.

  • @morganmccartan6075
    @morganmccartan6075 2 года назад +1

    I was really touched by Dawn's story and very impressed with the quality of her work. Thank you for this video

  • @sararice3978
    @sararice3978 Год назад

    Really enjoyed this video. As always the pace of your videos are wonderful as well as the structure leans one to enjoy the entire program. Thank you.

  • @TNrick
    @TNrick 2 года назад +2

    I always enjoy your videos. This one is one of your best. Thanks so much for all you do for our photographic community.🙏

  • @34136TS
    @34136TS Год назад

    The Xf35mm 1.4 - I'm not surprised at all, it's my go-to as well. Natural first reactions are defensive, so many of the first moment expressions are hostile in the eyes so when I view back I sense this and can't connect. The secret is the eyes, if eyes connect with warmth then that's the keeper. Agreed, easier as a woman as men are more likely to be open, women too if a male photographer is visually interesting to them. For the rest of us there's the street girls or street cats as both have an optimistic incentive to respond warmly... I enjoy the elderly and discovering the stories behind the creases on a withered face. Lovely stuff Sean as always.

  • @dawgyv72
    @dawgyv72 2 года назад

    Shooting through a cafe window...wow! So create. So inspire. So much innovate.

  • @ruff1draft
    @ruff1draft Год назад +1

    I follow this lady on Instagram. I am glad that you did a piece on her. Been following her for a couple of years

  • @victorcarmelo8606
    @victorcarmelo8606 2 года назад +2

    I would never go up to a person and photograph them at close quarters, too intimidating for me and probably for some subjects. I love shop windows and reflections and loved the images Dawn took with subjects in shops and cafes and having the glass as a form of barrier would certainly give me courage to shoot this way. I spent a lot of time in Exeter shooting street so it was lovely seeing Dawn working in a familiar place. Lovely images very striking, thanks for sharing,

    • @HHTV60
      @HHTV60 Год назад

      I use a small mirrorless camera with a tiny 28 mm f/2.8 lens and it's on a strap around my neck. When I see somebody interesting, I just walk towards them, look in the different direction while my right hand index finger keeps pushing the shutter. I find that most people don't pay you any attention as long as: 1) you have a small camera 2) the camera has a small lens ('pancake'), and 3) you don't raise the camera to your eye. Locations with lots of tourists are the best, as everyone is taking pictures either with their cell phones or camera.

  • @jackielee2580
    @jackielee2580 Год назад

    Another amazing jewel of a video. You put so much care and craftsmanship into each of these documentaries. Ms. Eagleton’s work is just wonderful - that one unguarded moment she is able to capture is just so moving.

  • @RodrigoM
    @RodrigoM 2 года назад +2

    Thank you, Sean. You've positively impacted my artistic journey for many years now. Keep doing what you're doing.

  • @changingconversations
    @changingconversations Год назад

    Beautiful case study. Loved hearing about her process. Wonderful portraits.

  • @TheFilmFellow
    @TheFilmFellow 2 года назад +1

    Indeed if you can capture the photo at the first moment a person looks up you usually get the real emotion of the moment. Great episode!

  • @bastienhuet656
    @bastienhuet656 2 года назад +3

    Such a great video! Dawn's work is amazing. I have always been interested in candid street portraits but it takes a lot out of me. This is really inspiring...

  • @MrBumpinuglieez
    @MrBumpinuglieez Год назад

    Loved hearing Dawn’s story. Makes the photos much more beautiful. Has more meaning.

  • @michaelschmitt5413
    @michaelschmitt5413 2 года назад +1

    Very much enjoyed this video and Dawn's approach to street portraits. Thanks !!!

  • @TLM823
    @TLM823 2 года назад +1

    Those are really interesting perspectives... thank you for sharing others' thoughts and work. Much appreciated!

  • @muzicgr8
    @muzicgr8 Год назад

    Wow such an amazing story, and amazing photos. Thank you Sir for all you do

  • @taehunan4302
    @taehunan4302 2 года назад +1

    Great video again! Absolute legend you are

  • @diabeticonboard6459
    @diabeticonboard6459 2 года назад +1

    Thanks, Sean. Brilliant!

  • @johananGR
    @johananGR 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the wonderful pictures!

  • @mattd59
    @mattd59 Год назад

    This was a really great video. I felt so connected to Dawn’s beautiful images and it was so inspiring for my own work. It was also great that it was filmed in Exeter… my home city. 👍👍👍

  • @christophertan3707
    @christophertan3707 2 года назад +1

    Thanks! This was great!!

  • @Christo_Fogui
    @Christo_Fogui 2 года назад +2

    Lovely post Sean, I really look forward to that slightly more interactive approach to street photography.
    I agree with you stating images being kept at the end are more impactful.

  • @RibandKurd
    @RibandKurd 2 года назад +1

    Thanks Sean! loved her art and words! Well done Eagleton!

  • @deathbystereo-
    @deathbystereo- Год назад

    Just clicked on this and straight away realised my home city, Exeter. Awesome

  • @maxwilsonphotos
    @maxwilsonphotos 2 года назад

    Excellent Job Sean! What Dawn says at 11:30 is so true. She is really a beautiful authentic photographer.

  • @mvvassy
    @mvvassy Год назад

    great inspiration. Thank You Sean for this Documentary.

  • @EvigPoesi
    @EvigPoesi Год назад

    I loved this. Thank you both!

  • @Mpactpics
    @Mpactpics 2 года назад +2

    Very interesting document. Some insightful moments, with an interesting story. Dawn has captured some fantastic images. I will definitely look deeper to see more of her creativity.
    Thank you.

  • @herwarthaug
    @herwarthaug Год назад

    awesome interview. thank you so much. ❤ Dawn's photography is even better here in RUclips, because not so tiny as in instagram. 😉

  • @walk_dont_walk
    @walk_dont_walk 2 года назад +1

    Great video again Sean! Dawn is very inspiring.

  • @tititatiti
    @tititatiti 2 года назад +6

    Dawn's photos are jaw dropping! Very much like Sean's channel. I think that the key to her success is her honest attitude and her love towards her subjects. Thank you very much Sean for introducing to us another great artist!

    • @kennethmyrez
      @kennethmyrez Год назад

      you can actually notice the photoshops done on the subject's photos though lol

    • @Fudgethecat123
      @Fudgethecat123 Год назад

      She's my auntie

  • @cnhoffman
    @cnhoffman Год назад +7

    I really appreciate all of her experience and wisdom. That said, I WOULD NEVER attempt the style of photography that she does. I've already gotten random accusation when I'm shooting LANDSCAPES about people not wishing to have their picture taken. It would take just one false accusation of something heinous for me to never want to touch my camera again. Again, she's a master at what she does but I don't think she truly gets the fear that some men like me feel.

  • @Tedwill-home
    @Tedwill-home 2 года назад +1

    Very helpful as always Sean. Thank you!

  • @katy_dphoto
    @katy_dphoto 2 года назад

    Just fabulous! As ever, you make the most beautiful documentaries about really interesting people. I’ve not come across Dawn’s work before so thanks so much for the introduction.

  • @saxz99
    @saxz99 2 года назад

    What a great interview. Really liked how insightful she was when addressing how being a man or a woman has different challenges.

  • @mariomalino
    @mariomalino Год назад

    it has definitely inspired me, I am going out to the streets asap! thank you for this interview!

  • @Galshaer
    @Galshaer 5 месяцев назад

    Great portraits. Insightful talk. Thank you.

  • @ValkiriStudio
    @ValkiriStudio 2 года назад +3

    This interview is so enjoyable, really interesting, and also such beautiful portrait work she takes! I would love to see more conversations with you and Dawn Eagleton. :D

  • @E1226G
    @E1226G Год назад

    Thank you. Great information and beautiful photographs.

  • @JR-xn4gl
    @JR-xn4gl 2 года назад +1

    Lovingly produced and inspiring . . .

  • @Distramutarkal
    @Distramutarkal 2 года назад +1

    Excellent episode!

  • @shaunbailey4952
    @shaunbailey4952 2 года назад +2

    Following in the footsteps of the great Vivian Maier. "Keep going"

  • @davidburton2294
    @davidburton2294 2 года назад +1

    Great video Sean and great images from Dawn :)

  • @patriciawedding2879
    @patriciawedding2879 Год назад

    Absolutely love Street Photography.Loved her story and how intimate the interview was. Thank you both for the inspiration!❤

  • @kevinhind6064
    @kevinhind6064 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic, well done and as a Exeter street photographer I really appreciate this 👏👏

  • @bijakbijak4024
    @bijakbijak4024 9 месяцев назад

    Beautiful images!

  • @sharonloudon9678
    @sharonloudon9678 Год назад

    Finally got around to watching this wonderful video. Dawn, your work is so beautiful. Such great tips and philosophy here. (Even for us older women, ahem...) ;-) Thank you for bringing so much great work to our attention through your videos, Sean. Really, really love these. Your talent as a videographer is so appreciated in a time when most videos feature loud noises, images popping one after another...enough to make one's head spin. Your music, intentionality, slowing down, deep dives - balm to the soul. Bravo all around.

  • @denisesavage2382
    @denisesavage2382 2 года назад

    Beautiful story sharing. Thank you. Dawn has some wonderful images captured - of us as humanity.

  • @dennislee8253
    @dennislee8253 2 года назад

    Thank you for the introduction to Dawn, this was indeed inspiring. You are the master. Please keep these great interviews coming. 🙂

  • @mjfalcon007
    @mjfalcon007 Год назад +2

    That was beautiful Sean, thank you for sharing Dawn’s story and her amazing work with us! Truly encouraging 🙏

  • @katarzynapracuch5050
    @katarzynapracuch5050 Год назад

    What a brilliant content, thank you

  • @er.mannov5735
    @er.mannov5735 2 года назад

    Sean, I absolutely love this kind of videos. You put a lot of hard work in it to make this beautiful and inspiring. Thank you!

  • @davidkissman9179
    @davidkissman9179 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video. Thank you

  • @FrendaFung
    @FrendaFung 2 года назад

    Thank you for making another inspirational video. I enjoy watching them every single time! Looking forward to the next one!!

  • @AntmystaTV
    @AntmystaTV 2 года назад +1

    Wow that was an incredible video.. amazing story on how she came into photography and the images she captured are equally amazing and incredible

  • @chrisburnard5157
    @chrisburnard5157 Год назад

    Thank you for sharing the great work that Dawn is doing Sean.

  • @johnjacob7287
    @johnjacob7287 Год назад

    Inspiring.. thanks for sharing 🙏🏽

  • @matei16
    @matei16 Год назад

    What a beautiful film ❤

  • @colinthecameraguy
    @colinthecameraguy 2 года назад +1

    That was just such a lovely video, which is not something I usually say about RUclips!

  • @daviddyephotography
    @daviddyephotography 2 года назад +1

    beautiful story, well presented, Inspiration to improve my own style thankyou

  • @petersmitham8273
    @petersmitham8273 2 года назад +1

    What a lovely lady and what terrific photographs!…. ❤

  • @jewels.72
    @jewels.72 2 года назад

    I enjoy watching your videos Sean. They are very informative and thought provoking. Learning from Dawn was a special treat! Thank you!!

  • @anartmaker
    @anartmaker Год назад

    Thank you for introducing us to this lovely street artist. I appreciate her point of views. Her work is eloquent and moving...

  • @melcass7409
    @melcass7409 2 года назад +1

    This was a very interesting journey. Beautiful shots Dawn. I love seeing them on your facebook page. I still haven’t been brave enough to get out yet having chatted to you a while back about how you got in to this type of photography. I am fired up now and will be getting out there tomorrow to try my hand at it. I think one of my favourites you have taken is the beautiful lady on the underground. Thank you both for sharing and will keep watching you both and hope to share some of my shots … soon. PS Charlie says Hi. He’s 10 now and still a cheeky Schnauzer xx